Divergent · 1 month ago
Senior CAE Engineer
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$101K/yr - $247K/yr
4+ years expDivergent is a technology company that has developed the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) to revolutionize vehicle manufacturing using machine learning. The Senior CAE Engineer will build and manage finite element models for vehicle platforms, performing detailed engineering analysis and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient design and production processes.
3D PrintingAerospaceAutomotiveEmbedded SoftwareGreenTechIndustrial AutomationIndustrial ManufacturingSoftware
Responsibilities
Build up and analyze FE Models of Node™-based vehicle structures for aerospace flight applications or automotive use cases including validation using hand calculations and optimization
Apply cutting-edge FE/CAE methodology including nonlinear geometry / nonlinear material / implicit and explicit techniques to address complicated multi-physics problems
Present technical analysis summary/reports efficiently at meetings and to other relevant engineers
Create, refine, and execute new technical solutions for aerospace structures to support external customer programs and joint development efforts
Work collaboratively in a team environment within the DAPS Product Engineering team and cross-functionally with other disciplines to efficiently design and release structures that are optimized for mass, efficient production, and assembly
Work cross-functionally to implement cost reduction, methods and product improvements, and support prototype and production build activities
Qualification
Required
Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
BS or MS in Mechanical / Aerospace Engineering
4+ years of experience in aerospace / automotive structural analysis
4+ years of experience in analysis software packages such as Nastran, Optistruct, ABAQUS and/or LS-Dyna
4+ years of experience in non-linear, dynamic stiffness, and durability analyses of structural components
In-depth industrial experiences in the nonlinear analysis problems at least one of the followings: Explicit Full vehicle crash Analysis / Cohesive Zone Adhesive Analysis / Flutter Analysis / Random-Vibration test-correlation / Nonlinear Thermal Structural Analysis
Proficient with Altair Hypermesh or Beta CAE ANSA preprocessors
Ability to utilize hand calculations to supplement analysis results
Outstanding comprehension of solid mechanics
Solid understanding of linear/nonlinear behaviors of advanced materials (composites, adhesives, metals) to achieve lightweight structural solutions
Solid interpersonal skills and motivated self-starter who can manage personal workload and execution to tight schedule
Predominantly operates in an office environment. Some periods of time may be spent in conference room and indoor/outdoor for physical test observation for correlation work
Preferred
Material characterization and component / system-level CAE – physical test correlation experience is a plus
Experience with automotive full vehicle homologation procedure
Experience with aerospace load applications and MIL-STDs
Experience interfacing with engineering, testing, and manufacturing groups to understand system designs and the associated constraints
Supported or engaged directly with DoD airworthiness stakeholders such as Air Force Test Center (AFTC) or FAA
Experience supporting structural design and analysis throughout the design, build, and test phases of a development cycle
Benefits
Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions.
Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time.
Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.
Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint.
Company
Divergent
Divergent is a developer of Divergent Adaptive Production System a software-hardware solution to replace traditional vehicle manufacturing.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.11BKey Investors
RochefortBridge BankHexagon
2025-09-15Series E· $250M
2025-09-15Debt Financing· $40M
2024-06-27Debt Financing· $47M
Leadership Team
Kevin Czinger
Founder, Lead Inventor & Executive Chairman
Matt Manske
Senior Director, Platform Software Development, Software R&D
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