Design Engineer IV - Simulation
Core
Senior technical lead responsible for performing and reviewing advanced FEA and CFD analyses to support static and dynamic mechanical designs for heavily regulated industrial water and gas distribution applications.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical simulation engineer (technical lead)
Builds
Flow control devices for water and gas distribution industries
Domain
Water infrastructure / Mechanical engineering simulation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Advanced FEA and CFD analysis, Nonlinear material behavior modeling, Contact and large deformation analysis, Modal/harmonic/transient dynamic analysis, Buckling and stability evaluation, Fatigue and life prediction, Conjugate heat transfer and turbulence modeling, Technical review and approval of simulation work, Simulation strategy definition, GD&T knowledge, Risk assessment and mitigation
Preferred skills
MATLAB and/or Python for post-processing, Iron casting and machining process knowledge, Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt, PMP certification, FE/EIT or PE certification
Technologies
ANSYS Mechanical, ANSYS Fluent/CFX, SolidWorks Simulation, SolidWorks Flow Simulation, Abaqus, COMSOL
Responsibilities
Independently perform complex FEA and CFD analyses, Define simulation strategy and modeling approach, Establish best practices for meshing and boundary conditions, Produce formal engineering analysis reports, Lead technical discussions with cross-functional teams, Mentor other engineers on simulation work, Support customers and auditors as subject matter expert
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with technical leadership