CAE Loads Durability Chassis Engineer
The loads and durability engineer is responsible for the building multi-body dynamics model to predict for loads and using them for durability analysis for chassis and body components. The Engineer will support analysis activities throughout the product development lifecycle. This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to work on some of the exciting products.
Responsibilities
- Build multi body dynamic model using ADAMS/Motionview and provide direction to Engineering team on Loads, vehicle dynamics analysis. Utilize CAE techniques with component, system and full vehicle models to assess performance in Vehicle Dynamics, Durability & Fatigue attributes.
- Develop conceptual and detailed sub-system and system Vehicle Dynamics ADAMS models to execute kinematic/compliance modeling.
- Build ADAMS Vehicle Dynamics & Loads models from Design Data & run fatigue analysis to provide design direction for Components, Systems & Full Vehicle virtual prototypes.
- Ensure CAE targets are met in virtual prototypes.
- Be able to correlate analytical predictions with physical test performance.
- Work extensively with suppliers to communicate the requirements, reviewing component DVP&R, support vehicle build, support plant in production readiness and launch.
- Mentors other CAE analysts & team members in advanced techniques of simulation. Develops and/or improves CAE methodology for increased efficiency. Responsible for CAE signoff and documentation.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent Engineering degree) from an ABET accredited school
- 3 to 5 years of experience in CAE.
- Knowledge of any simulation software ADAMS/MOTIONVIEW/nCode/DesignLife/NASTRAN/ MSC Fatigue.
- Experience at OEM/tier-1 big plus but will consider someone who has a solid background in this domain
- Fundamental understanding of vehicle dynamics and/or loads analysis for chassis components.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master of Science in Engineering or Ph.D.
- Experience with OEM product development for vehicle dynamics and/or loads
- Understanding of requirements of suspension or steering or braking systems
About Us
Caliber Technology based in motor city Detroit supports automotive industry in their mission of developing advanced technologies and provide expertise based resources. We will exceed your expectations and meet project needs as we strive to become ‘extension’ of your engineering team. Through our expertise and customer focused vision we aim to help OEMs, Tier-1’s or Start-ups achieve faster time to market with safety and quality in mind. We bring CAN DO attitude. If you are excited about working on variety of challenging engineering projects, then come join us.