Simulation Engineer II — FEA & Design Analytics

gentex; Zeeland (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Gentex is seeking an Engineering Analyst II to own simulation tasks and apply engineering analysis tools to evaluate and improve product performance. On-site role requiring collaboration across teams to support design decisions.

Responsibilities include building finite element models, communicating results to engineers, and maintaining simulation databases. Strong emphasis on continuous improvement and adherence to internal standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Nimble learning

Effective communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

CATIA

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Job description

Gentex is seeking an Engineering Analyst II to own simulation tasks and apply engineering analysis tools to evaluate and improve product performance. On-site role requiring collaboration across teams to support design decisions.

Responsibilities include building finite element models, communicating results to engineers, and maintaining simulation databases. Strong emphasis on continuous improvement and adherence to internal standards.