Finite Element (FEA) Research Engineer
Core
Leading computational simulation efforts to develop, validate, and execute finite element analysis (FEA) models for spine, trauma, and joint reconstruction to address unmet clinical needs and optimize surgical outcomes.
Role type
Research Engineer (Computational Biomechanics)
Builds
Patient-specific spinal simulations, anatomical models, and computational protocols for medical device research.
Domain
Medical devices / Biomechanics / Musculoskeletal research
Deliverable
production ML models | research | client delivery
Required skills
Finite Element Analysis (FEA), non-linear material behavior modeling, medical image segmentation, CAE software (ABAQUS/ANSYS/CREO), micro-CT operation, animal study support, technical report generation, peer-reviewed publication writing
Preferred skills
Master's/PhD in Biomedical or Mechanical Engineering, experience in orthopedics, scientific writing, project management
Technologies
ABAQUS, ANSYS, CREO, Mimics, Simpleware, Windows, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project
Responsibilities
Develop advanced computational protocols and FEA models; validate mechanical analysis with experimental data; lead project activities involving surgeons and internal personnel; support biomechanics engineers with analytical data; ensure publication submission deadlines; operate and maintain micro-CT imaging systems; assist in the execution of animal studies.
Seniority
Mid-level (3-5 years experience)