Performance NVH CAE Engineer

Ford-Motor-Company; Allen Park (MI); On-site; USD 74,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Parental leave

Vehicle discount program

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Ford Motor Company’s Ford Racing division seeks an NVH CAE Engineer to lead the full vehicle simulation process from model build to issue resolution, partnering with attribute and functional teams in a fast-paced environment. This is a full-time, on-site role based at the Ford Racing offices in Allen Park, MI.

The successful candidate will bring strong organization, collaboration, problem-solving, and communication skills, with proficiency in CAE tools, MATLAB/Python scripting, and a passion for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Proficiency using Nastran, HyperWorks, ANSA to assess vehicle system performance.
• Ability to use MATLAB and/or Python scripting for data processing and automation.
• Strong understanding of NVH fundamentals and systems including source-path-receiver and modal analysis.
• Proven performance, strong communication skills, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Complete analytical assessments of NVH and Secondary Ride attributes at program milestones using CAE tools.
• Plan, build, and maintain full-vehicle CAE models throughout development and test phases.
• Lead all model-correlation activities, including test-to-CAE correlation for prototypes.
• Source CAD and meshed model data from internal teams and suppliers.
• Lead physical testing activities including mount/bushing characterization and on-road correlation.
• Deliver analytical sign-off across NVH attributes and support design/tuning decisions.
• Develop data-management and automation toolsets for the NVH team.

Skills

NVH fundamentals

Nastran/HyperWorks/ANSA

MATLAB scripting

Python scripting

Vehicle CAE modeling

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Tools

LMS

B&K

CANalyzer

Catia/3DX

Job description

Ford Motor Company’s Ford Racing division seeks an NVH CAE Engineer to lead the full vehicle simulation process from model build to issue resolution, partnering with attribute and functional teams in a fast-paced environment. This is a full-time, on-site role based at the Ford Racing offices in Allen Park, MI.

The successful candidate will bring strong organization, collaboration, problem-solving, and communication skills, with proficiency in CAE tools, MATLAB/Python scripting, and a passion for