Associate Engineer Analysis & Simulation

Job Title:Analysis & Simulation EngineerReports to: Manager Analysis & SimulationPurpose of the position:Supporting the virtual product validation by conducting CAE analysis for eDrive components andsystems (gearbox, eMotor, inverter). Product optimization by proposing design improvementsbased on analysis outcomes.Main tasks: Conducting mechanical CAE analysis: mainly static strength and fatigue analysis usingFinite-Element-Method, but also bolt analysis and thermal FEA if required Identification of boundary conditions, FE model building and result interpretation Writing analysis reports and presentation of results to the GKN development team Following and improving established GKN Ways of Working for simulation Actively proposing design improvements based on analysis outcomes Supporting product development team in design decisions Independent planning and organization of own taks, using GKN’s resource managementsystem

Requirements

Education & Experience: Completed studies in mechanical engineering, structural engineering, vehicle engineering,mechatronics or comparable degree. > 2 years experience in CAE analysis (FEA), preferably for powertrain components.Technical skills: Capability to work independently on static and fatigue CAE tasks, from identification ofboundary conditions to analysing the simulation results Understanding of eDrive powertrain systems: function, loads, force flow, boundary conditionsand typical failure modes Ideally: experience in bolt analysis acc. to VDI 2230, thermal analysis or gear analysisSoftskills: Communication skills: able to explain analysis results in a clear and understandable way tothe product development team Strong focus on internal customer satisfaction Team player mindsetTools: Proficient in using FEA tools (preferably Altair Simlab, MSC Marc Mentat, Altair Hyperviewand Femfat) Basic CAD skills (preferably Creo Parametric or Catia V5) Ideally experience with gear analysis tools (SMT Masta, Romax, Kisssoft, SABR etc.) Ideally experience with PTC Windchill Microsoft Office Standard Tools (Word, Excel, PowerPointOther: Business fluent in English Willingness to travel if needed (very limited)