Overview
Order Ref: 38592
Position Title: Structural CAE Engineer - Crash & Safety
Duration: Permanent
Location: Coventry
Responsibilities
* Our Client is currently seeking a highly motivated engineer with a pro-active attitude, excellent problem-solving skills and solid technical engineering background.
* You will join a highly dynamic team working on new technologies in the fields of electrification and powertrain performance in the automotive industry.
* You will join the CAE & Data Science Team and co-operate closely with our established engineering team, whilst taking responsibility within our internal and customer projects.
* Your role will be focused on linear & non-linear fatigue, and structural simulation for powertrains/vehicles.
* Our engineers are typically exposed to multiple different projects during their career working with us.
* The role is therefore particularly suited to people who will enjoy the opportunity to gain experience in new areas and who can rapidly self-start, combining creative and analytical problem-solving skills.
* Support system analysis projects, across internal and customer opportunities covering a range of battery and powertrain concepts
* Perform data processing and analysis, with reporting to internal and customer teams and management
* Contribute to the design and development of powertrain components by performing structural simulations, impact analysis and optimization studies to enhance product performance
* Perform crash and safety simulations using LS-DYNA for vehicle structures, battery enclosures, and restraint systems
* Develop and refine finite element models using HyperMesh, ANSA, or similar tools and interpret simulation results and provide actionable design recommendations
* Collaborate with design, test, and regulatory teams to ensure compliance with FMVSS, Euro NCAP, and other standards
* Present results and recommendation of analysis to stakeholders
* Support internal presentations and participate in trainings and knowledge exchange
Your Profile
Essential:
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant engineering area (Mechanical, Automotive, Electric/Electronics)
* Experience in structural CAE simulations for electric powertrains and batteries, model correlation & validation against test data
* Experience in CAE simulation with a strong focus on LS-DYNA
* Proficiency in pre/post-processing tools (e.g., HyperMesh, LS-PrePost, ANSA)
* Solid understanding of crash mechanics, material modelling, and occupant safety
* Familiarity with global crash regulations and test procedures
* Excellent analytical skills with ability to make clear technical recommendations across multifunctional disciplines
* Self-starter with the ability work with high level instruction
* Ability to communicate technical information effectively
* Flexibility to work across multiple projects/locations
* Open minded, flexible 'can do' attitude
Preferable:
* Experience in Automotive battery pack impact and crash simulations and analysis
* Experience in performing damage tolerance analysis to estimate fracture life and perform steady state and transient thermal analysis for automotive components
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