Lead Simulation Engineer

Lead Simulation Engineer Overview

• The Lead Simulation Engineer will oversee simulation processes for design validation and improvement, ensuring quality and efficiency across multiple projects.
• Collaborate with design teams to conduct reviews, identify potential issues, and propose solutions based on simulation results.
• Utilize advanced simulation tools, including Ansys, to perform thermal, static, vibration, and CFD analyses.
• Document lessons learned from failures, creating accessible resources for future reference and organizational improvement.
• Ensure testing fixtures meet design specifications to achieve accurate and reliable simulation outcomes.
• Balance multiple simulation projects simultaneously, adapting to varying workloads and priorities.
• Participate in DFMEA reviews and design document evaluations to enhance product reliability and performance.
• Provide technical expertise in automotive and plastics applications, leveraging seven or more years of industry experience.

Lead Simulation Engineer Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Conduct simulations and generate detailed reports to validate design changes and ensure product quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address design challenges and optimize testing methodologies.
• Manage and prioritize multiple simulation projects, ensuring timely delivery of results and recommendations.
• Perform thermal, static, vibration, and CFD analyses using Ansys software to support design improvements.
• Participate in design and DFMEA reviews, providing insights to mitigate potential risks and enhance product reliability.
• Document and share lessons learned from failures, contributing to organizational knowledge and continuous improvement.
• Ensure testing fixtures meet required specifications to achieve accurate simulation results.
• Provide technical guidance in plastics and automotive applications, leveraging extensive industry expertise.

Lead Simulation Engineer Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or a related field is required.
• Minimum of seven years of experience in simulation engineering, preferably in automotive and plastics industries.
• Proficiency in Ansys software for thermal, static, vibration, and CFD analyses is essential.
• Experience with mold flow and CAD tools such as CATIA, SolidWorks, or Creo is preferred.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills to ensure clear communication of simulation results.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, adapting to dynamic workloads and priorities.
• Comfortable participating in design reviews and sharing technical opinions effectively.
• On-site work arrangement with standard hours from 8 AM to 4:30 PM.