Throughput Simulation Engineer

RPMGlobal; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in data analytics and simulation is seeking a Throughput Simulation Engineer in Sterling Heights, MI. The role involves estimating process capability, developing reliability models, and presenting findings to improve efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and have relevant experience in the field.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Free training on Altair products

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 2-4 years related experience; or equivalent combination.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, manuals, schematics; write reports; and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Estimate process capability and improve efficiency using simulation techniques.
• Develop tooling reliability models to estimate tooling downtime.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret safety rules

Effective communication

Basic math skills (algebra and geometry)

Problem-solving with multiple variables

Education

Bachelor's degree

2-4 years related experience

Job description

Transforming the Future with Convergence of Simulation and Data

Throughput Simulation Engineer

Job Summary:

Our client in Sterling Heights, MI is looking for a Throughput Simulation Engineer. This is a Contract position.

Estimate process capability and improve its efficiency by utilizing discrete event simulation techniques in conjunction with reliability and downtime models of tooling/equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Meet with project engineers and managers to understand customer requirements, obtain process description and data. Develop tooling reliability models to estimate tooling downtime and discrete event process models to simulate process flow and equipment downtime. Run simulations and use statistical sampling to estimate throughput.
2. Employ DOE techniques or iterative simulations to identify significant factors and bottlenecks affecting process performance.
3. Present findings to management and customers, and suggest improvements to enhance efficiency and meet process targets.
4. Communicate process analysis effectively to ensure recommendations are implemented in the engineering of the process.
5. Use feedback for continuous refinement of the process model as part of simultaneous engineering.
6. Occasional travel to customer sites may be required.
7. Follow safety & environmental regulations and identify related concerns in facilities and customer sites.
8. Adhere to the Quality System and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
9. Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree or 2-4 years related experience; or equivalent combination.
2. Ability to read and interpret safety rules, manuals, schematics; write reports; and communicate effectively.
3. Basic math skills including algebra and geometry.
4. Ability to understand and carry out instructions, and handle problems involving multiple variables.
5. Physical demands include standing, sitting, handling, talking, hearing, and occasionally lifting up to 10 pounds.

Success Factors:

• Envision the future
• Communicate honestly and broadly
• Prioritize technology and business
• Embrace diversity and risk-taking

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Benefits package
• 401(k) with matching
• Paid time off
• Employee discounts
• Free training on Altair products

Why Work with Us:

Altair is a global technology company specializing in data analytics, product development, and high-performance computing. We help organizations innovate and solve tough challenges with a team of over 3,000 professionals worldwide. Our vision is to transform decision-making through data analytics, simulation, and HPC.

Visit us at altair.com.

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