Simulation & Analysis Engineer II

Milwaukee Tool; Town of Brookfield (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) savings plan

Education assistance

On-site wellness facility

Job summary

Milwaukee Tool seeks an experienced Simulation & Analysis Engineer II – Structural Analysis to analyze static and dynamic load cases for power tool components. You will provide fast, reliable recommendations to improve robustness and optimize weight, size and cost, with a strong emphasis on linear and nonlinear FEA.

The role requires 5+ years of mechanical design and FEA experience, with proficiency in Ansys and LS-Dyna, and CAD skills in NX or SolidWorks. On-site work in Wisconsin is expected.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering; MS preferred.
• 5+ years of mechanical design and FEA experience.
• Proficient in linear and nonlinear FEA, dynamic and fatigue analyses.

Responsibilities

• Perform FEA on components and assemblies for load cases.
• Conduct linear and nonlinear analyses and dynamic tests.
• Correlate FEA with physical durability testing (drop, vibration).
• Recommend design changes to optimize robustness, weight and cost.
• Mentor teammates and share FEA knowledge.

Skills

Finite element analysis

Mechanical design

Linear/nonlinear FEA

Dynamic analysis

Fatigue analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Ansys

LS-Dyna

CAD — NX/SolidWorks

Job description

Job Description:

Simulation & Analysis Engineer II – Structural Analysis

Come be DISRUPTIVE with us! At Milwaukee Tool, our most valued resource is our dedicated team of employees - employees who work with a passion to be the best and an unparalleled pride in their work and in the Milwaukee brand. We know that the only way to sustain growth and success is to value the growth and success of each person within the organization that’s why we invest in an individual’s growth and development from day one.

All our teams touch every step of the process, that is why our Engineering teams are some of the key contributors to our continuous innovations. The fast-paced, agile environment continuously delivers disruptive technologies by providing every team with the resources needed to excel and working directly with End Users to understand how to deliver heavy duty products with high performance. We create Best in Class products by leveraging advanced analysis tools, extensive testing regimes, state-of-the-art manufacturing processes and cross-functional agility.

Behind our doors you’ll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to design and develop the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you’ll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen.

Year after year, our team continues to make significant breakthroughs in the industry. We’re just getting started. To learn more about our story clickHERE.

The Simulation & Analysis Engineer II – Structural Analysis will use their significant design and analysis background to analyze static and dynamic load cases on power tool components and assemblies - offering fast, reliable recommendations for revisions to increase robustness and optimize weight, size, and cost. The ideal candidate will be extremely strong in mechanical design with a passion for linear and non-linear Finite Element Analysis.

You’ll also be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:

• Directly support New Product Development and Advanced Engineering projects with Finite Element Analysis of components and assemblies, with a focus on stress/strain evaluations
• Conduct linear and non-linear finite element analyses
• Conduct dynamic, modal, drop and deflection analyses
• Conduct fatigue analysis and durability calculations
• Correlate FEA models to physical durability testing, including drop tests, vibration tests, and strain gauge measurements.
• Consult with teams on loading and boundary conditions
• Consult with teams and technicians on strain gauge placement
• Estimate or verify loading conditions based on failure analysis
• Recommend geometry or material changes for design robustness as well as weight, size, and cost optimizations
• Execute analysis on competitive parts and products
• Be highly agile – use highly effective communication skills to quickly understand the depth of work required and provide trade-offs of accuracy versus time to complete analysis. Articulate and prioritize time constraints where needed
• Will receive analysis requests from a variety of team members – must be strong in prioritization, timing, and scope discussions at kickoff and efficiently document findings and recommendations at closure
• Mentor, train, and share knowledge to increase overall FEA capabilities of the department

What TOOLS you’ll bring with you:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred)
• 5+ years of mechanical design & Finite Element Analysis experience
• Proficient with linear & nonlinear FEA, dynamic analysis, and fatigue analysis
• Extensive experience with Ansys & LS-Dyna
• Working knowledge of other analysis types such as CFD, NVH, gear and transmission analysis, and analysis of rotational components
• Proficient in CAD – NX, Solidworks, or similar
• Proficient in quantifying loading and correlating failures modes to FEA simulation
• Strong root cause and failure analysis aptitude
• Ability to quickly grasp component and assembly functionality, determine load cases and constraints, and execute varied complexity levels of analysis depending on criticality and timing to New Product Development team members
• Highly motivated self-driver with never satisfied, always improving attitude

We provide these great perks and benefits:

• Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans.
• Generous 401 (K) savings plan.
• Education assistance.
• On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service.
• And many more, check out our benefits site HERE.

Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.