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Roush · 1 day ago

Senior CAE Analyst (Safety)

Livonia, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

Roush is a company that fuses technology and engineering to provide product development solutions across various industries. The CAE Senior Analyst (Safety) will perform Finite Element Analysis to address Crash Structural Safety problems, aiding the engineering team in the design of automotive, aerospace, and entertainment segments.

AutomotiveComputerElectronicsInformation TechnologyLogisticsManufacturingSoftwareTransportation

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Build safety models for various applications in the automotive, aerospace, and entertainment industries using commercial CAE tools such as LS-Dyna, Radioss, Abaqus Explicit

Run Safety and strength/ durability simulations, postprocess results, and provide engineering solutions

Should be able to work independently on strength or durability attributes using solvers such as Abaqus or Nastran

Able to master new CAE tools quickly. Keep abreast of new capabilities in the software

Collaborate with various groups within the CAE department to enhance predictive accuracy and reduce development cycles

Establish and refine simulation methodologies to enhance predictive accuracy and reduce development cycles

Independently execute projects, including direct communication with customers, and develop effective design solutions utilizing CAE tools

Effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables

Develop innovative techniques or processes to the advancement of the team

Provide technical support to marketing and sales teams to enhance customer engagement and business development efforts

Qualification

Finite Element AnalysisSafety modelingCrash safety FEA modelsAdvanced software skillsMechanical systems knowledgeProblem-solving abilityCommunication skillsPythonExcel VBAC functionsReal-world data integrationSafety protocols understandingCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with coursework in Finite Element Analysis, Strength of Materials, Mechanical behavior of metals

Experience in non-linear explicit complex full vehicle structural FEA modeling, analysis and correlation with test data for some of the test modes

3+ years of Safety modeling experience in building crash safety FEA models using tools such as ANSA, Hypermesh by accurately discretizing components and sub-systems

Knowledge of mechanical systems, vehicle structure for various impact modes, safety protocols, principles for crash development for various systems

Good attention to detail and ability to use hand calculations and free body diagrams to validate input and results. Ability to communicate verbal and written technical information. Take ownership of the problem and solutions

Excellent problem-solving ability with minimal need for guidance. Take initiative to research solutions when dealing with new problems

Advanced software skills in finite element pre-processors, solvers, and post-processors (Altair Hyperworks, ANSA & META, LS-DYNA)

Good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills and ability to train and mentor junior analysts

Preferred

Master of Science or Ph.D. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with coursework in Finite Element Analysis, Strength of Materials, Mechanical behavior of metals

Experience in writing process automation using python, or Excel VBA or C functions

U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident allowing for International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) compliance

Experience working on Occupant Safety models and Development of restraint system

Proficiency in FEA/ fatigue simulation software (Nastran, Abaqus, nCode etc.)

Experience with real-world data integration and experimental validation

Strong understanding of some of the Safety protocols such as FMVSS, NCAP, IIHS, EuroNCAP, CFR Part 25

Proven ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams, and present technical findings to stakeholders

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Earned sick time

STD

LTD

401K

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus program

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Company

Roush

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With a relentless spirit of possibilities, a challenge-driven culture, and an unmatched suite of capabilities, Roush creates remarkable and inspiring solutions for some of the world’s greatest organizations.

Founded in 1976

Livonia, Michigan, USA

1001-5000 employees