Mechanical Simulation Engineer - Optical Solutions

Molex; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Molex in Fremont, California is seeking a Mechanical Simulation Engineer to join a global, multi-disciplinary team. You will perform simulations at the component and module level to predict temperature distributions, induced stresses, and deformations, guiding design optimization for reliability and performance.

You will conduct dynamic simulations (modal, vibration, shock) and work with mechanical, optical, and electrical engineers to refine layouts, materials, and tests, ensuring robust and

Qualifications

• 2+ years in telecom or related simulation focus (MS/PhD acceptable).
• Proficient in ANSYS simulation tools and 3D modeling software.
• MS in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field.
• Experience with analytical tools and data analysis.
• Fundamentals of heat transfer and dynamics.
• Be able to create/read 2D/3D models and drawings.
• Eagerness to learn and develop new methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical simulations to support product development at component/module level, predicting temperature, stress, and deformation for reliability and performance.
• Perform dynamic simulations (modal, vibration, shock, drop) and guide design optimizations at component/module/system level.
• Collaborate with mechanical, optical, and electrical engineers to optimize layouts and material choices to meet performance/reliability requirements.
• Design tests with reliability validation, correlate simulation with measurements, and verify models.

Skills

ANSYS tools

SolidWorks / SpaceClaim

Thermal analysis

Dynamic simulations

Data analysis

2D/3D drawing reading

Mechanical design fundamentals

Telecom/industry experience

Education

MS in Mechanical Engineering or related field

PhD in Mechanical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

ANSYS tools (Mechanical/Workbench/Discovery)

SolidWorks / SpaceClaim

Job description

Molex is an industry leader in transforming optical network infrastructure with an unwavering commitment to speed, reliability, and performance. We proudly engineer high-performance systems for critical, fast-growing industries including data centers, telecom, medical, and industrial automation. Our team develops an advanced portfolio of optical solutions, ranging from cutting-edge optical connectivity products-such as expanded beam connectors, fiber management, adapters, and hybrid copper/fiber solutions for medical systems-to end-to-end optoelectronic solutions featuring cages, connectors, optical transceivers, and cable assemblies. Supporting extreme data rates from 100 Mbps to 1.6 Tbps across long-haul distances up to 80km+, we deliver complete wavelength management and turnkey OEM solutions. Come join Molex and help build the future of global connectivity.

Located in Fremont, California, we are looking for a talented Mechanical Simulation Engineer to join our team. The engineer for this position will work with a global multi-disciplined team, including mechanical, electrical, optical, reliability, and production line teams

What You Will Do

• Perform mechanical simulations to support multiple product development at component or module level. The simulation includes predictions of temperature distribution as well as induced thermal stress and deformation and provide guidelines for optimization of product designs to meet specifications, alignment, and achieve high reliability.
• Perform dynamic simulation to support multiple product designs at either component, or module or system level. The simulation includes modal analysis, vibration, shock and drop with and without package and provide guidelines for optimization of product designs.
• Work with mechanical, optical and electrical design engineers to modify and optimize mechanical layout and electrical layout as well as choose proper materials (metal, non-mental, ceramic, glass, epoxy, etc.) to minimize deformation and stress and meet requirements of both performance and reliability.
• Work with reliability and design engineers to design various tests, verify the reliability and performance of product, check the correlation between simulation and measured data and verify model, etc.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• 2 or more years working experience in telecommunication industry OR experience in a PhD or Master's Degree program focused on simulation and modeling
• Proficient in ANSYS simulation tools (Mechanical, Workbench, or Discovery) and 3D modeling software (SolidWorks or SpaceClaim), etc..
• M.S in Mechanical engineering or related technical fields
• Experience with analytical tools and data analysis
• Experience in fundamentals of heat transfer and dynamics.
• Experience with mechanical design and be able to create and read 2D/3D model and drawing.
• Eager to learn and have strong ability to develop new methodologies for solving the problems.

What Will Put You Ahead

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering

For this role, we anticipate paying $150,000 - $200,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

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Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

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