Simulation Engineer (Defense Industry) (M/F/D)

KREMPEL GmbH; Vaihingen an der Enz, Zwönitz; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive compensation

Profit sharing

Flexible working hours

30 days annual leave

Development opportunities

Company pension subsidy

Health management

Cafeteria

Commuting cost subsidies

Bike leasing

Convenient parking

Job summary

KREMPEL GmbH is seeking a skilled engineer to conduct simulations and analyses for high-performance technologies. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or Aerospace Engineering, along with professional experience in structural design.

The role offers extensive benefits such as attractive compensation aligned with collective agreements, profit sharing, flexible working hours, and 30 days of annual leave.

Join us in a supportive environment at our Vaihingen/Enz or Zwönitz location, where personal exchange is paramount.

Qualifications

• Completed degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent.
• Professional experience in structural design and numerical simulation.
• Strong understanding of materials science and component assessment.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural, thermal, and multiphysics simulations.
• Develop and document simulation models.
• Support development and production teams.

Skills

Structural design

Engineering mechanics

Numerical simulation

FEM/FEA proficiency

Proficiency in German

Proficiency in English

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or comparable

Tools

ANSYS

Abaqus

Nastran

HyperMesh

Job description

Do you want to use simulations and analyses to create the foundation for high-performance technologies? Then join our team and apply your expertise where it truly matters! We develop innovative technologies and know that outstanding products do not happen by chance. They are created by people who think ahead, analyze complex challenges, and work together to find solutions. Through your simulations and analyses, you provide the foundation for safe, reliable, and future-oriented technologies.

YOUR TASKS

• Simulations: Perform structural, thermal, and multiphysics simulations and calculations.
• Modeling: Develop, evaluate, and document simulation models.
• Optimization: Derive optimization measures for component geometries, materials, and manufacturing boundary conditions.
• Project Support: Support development, design engineering, testing, and production teams.
• Validation: Assess test results and correlate and validate them against simulation data.
• Technical Documentation: Prepare technical reports, verification documents, and decision-making proposals.

YOUR PROFILE

• Qualifications: A completed degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a comparable technical field.
• Experience: Professional experience in structural design, engineering mechanics, and numerical simulation, with solid proficiency in calculation and simulation methods.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of FEM/FEA, strength of materials, materials science, and laminate/multilayer theory, as well as component assessment.
• IT Skills: Experience with simulation software such as ANSYS, Abaqus, Nastran, or HyperMesh (or equivalent) is required; basic knowledge of CAD systems is an advantage.
• Language Skills: negotiation-level proficiency in German and English.

YOUR BENEFITS AT KREMPEL

Attractive Compensation: Compensation in line with the collective bargaining agreement of the chemical industry (IG Bergbau, Chemie – Papier), including holiday bonus and 13th-month salary

Profit Sharing: Shared success – our employees benefit from the company’s performance

Working Hours: 38-hour work week with flexible working hours for a high degree of flexibility

On-site Workplace: Workplace at our Vaihingen/Enz or Zwönitz location with close personal exchange within the team

Vacation: 30 days of annual leave plus additional holiday allowance

Development Opportunities: Individual training and development opportunities for both professional and personal growth

Appreciative Work Environment: A workplace where you feel comfortable, valued, and respected

Company Pension Subsidy: We take care of our employees’ future even during their working life by contributing to their pension scheme

Health Management: Comprehensive support provided by our company physicians

Cafeteria: Subsidized lunch offered by a local provider

Allowances: Various subsidies, e.g. for commuting costs

Bike Leasing: Lease a bicycle or e-bike under attractive conditions

Parking: Convenient parking spaces available at all locations