Validation Engineer (Automotive)

F.tech R&D North America, Inc.; Troy (OH); On-site; USD 64,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Group Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

F.tech R&D North America, Inc. in Troy, OH (or Troy, MI) seeks a Validation Engineer to develop modeling plans and support production startup with FEA tools such as Hypermesh, Nastran, and Abaqus. This onsite role requires 1–3 years of experience and a mechanical engineering degree.

You will collaborate with design and product development teams, document processes, and pursue continuous improvement while aligning with company philosophy and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• 1–3 years of experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Create and document modeling plans for the engineering team.
• Initiate new processes and tools using FEA and related software.
• Support mass production startup based on client and internal requirements.

Skills

FEA software

FEA understanding

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Hypermesh

Nastran

Abaqus

Job description

Validation Engineer

Location: Troy, OH or Troy, MI

Salary range: $64,000-73,000

Onsite position.

This position is responsible for the creation and documentation of modeling plans to the engineering team and the initiation of new processes and tools utilizing FEA and computer engineering programs/software. The engineer is also responsible for overall development, test and evaluating, providing support for mass production startup based on client’s requirements as well as internal requirements. The engineer has to work with design and product development teams and report problems or failures in an attempt to improve the product. These skills are used to work in cross functional teams within the organization to deliver products that meet customer and company requirements. The engineer must develop trust and teamwork, while fostering an environment of continuous improvement and achievement for all employees while utilizing F.tech R&D’s philosophy and guiding principles for decisions and actions. May be required to support multiple projects to achieve total customer satisfaction and to meet quality standards and procedures.

Education:

• Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Experience:

• 1-3 years preferred

Skills Required:

• Knowledge/experience of FEA software Hypermesh, Nastran and Abaqus
• Strong understanding of FEA
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Skills Desired:

• Experience is 3D and 2D drawings
• Experience in data acquisition systems
• Knowledge in metal fatigue

About F.tech R&D North America, Inc.:

F.tech R&D North America, Inc. specializes in the research and development of chassis, support structures, and pedal assemblies. We engineer powerful solutions that balance performance, material, cost, and manufacturability to deliver better, smoother, and safer rides. We offer a full complement of R&D services under one roof to deliver exceptional solutions that enhance the handling and safety of the next generation of automobiles. Our expertise, team-based approach, and exceptional products have made us a trusted partner for OEM’s around the globe.

F.tech R&D North America, Inc., headquartered in Troy, OH, and has an office in Troy, MI.

F.tech R&D North America, Inc. offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package:

• Medical, Dental and Vision*
• Group Term Life Insurance*
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment*
• Short and Long Term Disability*
• Paid Holidays*
• Standard Flex Schedule*
• 100% Paid Uniforms (and cleaning)*
• 401(k) with Roth Option and Company Match Standard up to 5%
• Generous Paid Time Off available after 60-days of employment
• Potential Bonus Opportunity

* Denotes coverage effective first day of employment

F.tech R&D North America, Inc. has the sole right to terminate, suspend, withdraw, amend, or modify the benefit and compensation plans in whole or in part at any time.

F.tech R&D North America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. F.tech R&D North America, Inc. is a drug-free workplace and successful completion of background screening is a condition of employment. The background screening will consist of a criminal background check, previous employment, references, education verification and drug testing. F.tech R&D North America, Inc. is an E-verify employer.