Sr. CAE Engineer – Durability Methods
Core
Provide technical leadership in developing and advancing durability engineering methods using FEA-driven simulation to support next-generation off-road vehicle design.
Role type
Senior IC CAE/Durability Methods Engineer
Builds
Predictive durability simulation models and standardized CAE workflows for off-road vehicles
Domain
Automotive / Off-road vehicles / Structural durability
Required skills
Fatigue analysis, Nonlinear simulation, Load case development, Structural durability, CAE/FEA methods, Scripting/Automation (Python/TCL), MBD integration, Physical test correlation
Preferred skills
Vehicle systems design (chassis/suspension/driveline), Global team collaboration, Process standardization
Technologies
Abaqus, ANSYS, OptiStruct, Python, TCL
Responsibilities
Lead development and validation of advanced durability methods using commercial CAE tools; Drive innovation in FEA-based simulation approaches; Identify gaps in CAE workflows and establish standardized processes; Define modeling guidelines and load generation strategies; Collaborate with MBD and test teams to improve simulation fidelity; Improve correlation between simulation models and physical test results; Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC