On-Site FE Simulation Analyst II

Gentex Corporation; Zeeland (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gentex Corporation in Zeeland, MI is seeking an Engineering Analyst II to own simulation tasks and apply engineering analysis tools to evaluate and improve product performance. This role offers growing autonomy and collaboration across teams to support design decisions.

Location is on-site at Gentex facilities; remote work is not available. You will perform simulations, build finite element models, document results, and contribute to design reviews to drive data-driven choices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 3+ years of engineering experience.
• Experience with simulation tools such as ANSYS or similar.
• Experience with CAD tools such as CATIA or SolidWorks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Perform simulations and analyses to support product design and development.
• Prepare and run finite element models using established tools and processes.
• Document and communicate simulation results to engineering teams.
• Collaborate with engineers to interpret results and recommend design modifications.
• Maintain simulation databases and ensure data integrity.
• Participate in design reviews and provide analytical input.
• Support test correlation efforts by comparing simulation results with physical test data.
• Apply internal simulation standards and procedures with minimal supervision.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of simulation workflows and tools.

Skills

ANSYS

Engineering experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Job description

Gentex Corporation in Zeeland, MI is seeking an Engineering Analyst II to own simulation tasks and apply engineering analysis tools to evaluate and improve product performance. This role offers growing autonomy and collaboration across teams to support design decisions.

Location is on-site at Gentex facilities; remote work is not available. You will perform simulations, build finite element models, document results, and contribute to design reviews to drive data-driven choices.