CAE Analyst - (Multi-Body Dynamics - MBD)

Job Summary: The CAE Analyst II (Multi-Body Dynamics - MBD) performs multi-body dynamic simulations to solve real world engineering problems in the automotive, aerospace, entertainment, and industrial segments. The CAE Analyst II (MBD) builds engineering-dynamics models, runs simulations, generates reports, and presents the results to internal customers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Build MBD models for various applications in the automotive, aerospace, and entertainment industries using commercial CAE tools such as ADAMS. • Run MBD simulations to convergence, postprocess results, and provide engineering analysis. • Develop detailed reports to support customer presentations. • Develop Python scripts for workflow automation. • Learn new CAE tools and techniques quickly. • Manage analysis files according to company data-retention policies. • Collaborate with various groups within the CAE department to enhance predictive accuracy and reduce development cycles. • Able to execute projects with minimum guidance, including direct communication with customers, and develop effective design solutions utilizing CAE tools. • Effectively handle more than one project simultaneously, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables. • Support new technology and process development.

Education and Experience (required): • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with coursework in Kinematics, Dynamics, Vibration, and Numerical methods. • Experience in Kinematics and Dynamics modeling. • 1-3 years of MBD modeling experience . • U.S. Citizen.

Education and Experience (preferred): • Master’s or Ph.D. in Engineering, Physics or Mathematics. • Experience in writing process automation using Excel VBA and C functions. • U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident allowing for International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) compliance.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities (required)

• • Knowledge of mechanical systems, 2D and 3D mechanisms, automotive suspensions, and vibration isolation principles. • Good attention to detail and ability to use hand calculations and free body diagrams to validate input and results. • Excellent problem-solving ability.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities (preferred)

• • Proficiency in multi-body simulation software (ADAMS, MATLAB, SIMPACK. etc.). • Experience with full vehicle MBD models. • Experience with real-world data integration and experimental validation.