HellermannTyton North America · 10 hours ago
Product Development Simulation Engineer
Milwaukee, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expHellermannTyton North America is seeking a Product Development Simulation Engineer to support the structural analysis activities in their Product Development Engineering Department. The role involves using Finite Element Analysis software to evaluate the structural integrity of plastic injection molded components and collaborating with various engineering teams to optimize designs.
Plastics
Hiring Manager
David Miller, SHRM-CP
Responsibilities
Create detailed 3D finite element models using CAD data, defining material properties, and applying boundary conditions to predict how products behave under various conditions, optimizing designs for intended performance before going into production
Identify potential failure points, stresses, deformations, and identify areas for improvement or optimization
Work with various Engineering teams to design, model, simulate, and implement innovative solutions
Collaborate with stakeholders to understand project requirements and define simulation objectives
Perform static stress analysis, modal analysis, and transient dynamic simulations to assess structural behavior under various loading scenarios
Use advanced non-linear FEA techniques for complex loading conditions like contact interactions, plasticity, and large deformations
Ensure the accuracy and reliability of simulation models through testing and data analysis
Develop and implement test plans to validate model accuracy and improve model fidelity
Identify potential design flaws and suggest improvements to optimize structural performance and minimize material
Use simulation results to guide design decisions and optimize performance, reliability, and durability
Support efforts to define material properties and material models to best simulate that material's behavior
Prepare reports and presentations summarizing findings and recommendations
Maintain accurate and complete documentation of all FEA analyses performed and results obtained
Effectively communicate across the organization to a diverse range of technical and non-technical team members
Continuously improve simulation processes and methodologies to enhance efficiency and accuracy
Conduct literature reviews to identify topics of interest for internal research and development
Work with other engineers and designers to incorporate FEA analysis into the product development process
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related field
Proficiency in FEA software (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus, Nastran) and a strong understanding of FEA principles and methods
5 years of experience in a related design field with 2+ years of relevant experience in polymer-based modeling of mechanical performance
Strong understanding of structural mechanics principles (stress analysis, beam theory, plate theory), engineering polymers, and an understanding of their associated manufacturing processes
Experience with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Catia, Creo) for model manipulation and creation
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams
Strong technical communication skills and capacity for communicating complex ideas to diverse audiences
Self-motivated, organized, efficient, process-oriented, with a strong work ethic
Ability to travel domestically and internationally
Preferred
Master's Degree preferred with 2 years of professional experience using commercial software to develop multiphysics models
Advanced degree (Master's) in mechanical engineering with an emphasis in Modeling & Simulation or similar field of study
Experience developing predictive system-level math models/simulation tools in MATLAB, MathCAD, Python, or similar
Expertise in numerical methods of optimization, statistical analysis, data evaluation, and visualization
Strong foundation in statistical design (D.O.E.) with relevant software experience
Proven ability to mentor team members as well as drive technical development roadmap
Company
HellermannTyton North America
HellermannTyton is a global leader in cable management and protection products and identification systems.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Blair Diemer, SHRM-CP
Human Resources/EHS Business Partner
Kong C. Morales
Human Resources Business Partner
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