Simulation Senior Associate Engineer

Career Area:

Engineering

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BACKGROUND/EXPERIENCE:

The successful candidate for this Senior Associate Engineer position must have a Post Graduate degree from a reputed institution, in an accredited Engineering curriculum (Mechanical/Design/Automobile/Aerospace) plus 4+ years of structural simulation experience related to product development/validation. He/she will be part of the Core Engines Structural Simulation team (CESCOE) which performs virtual validation related to structural durability of Caterpillar engines.Incumbents must have demonstrated

technical/analysis

competency related toStructural durability of Mechanical Systems/powertrain components, fatigue life predictions using robust simulation models. Good understanding of Fatigue assessment techniques (LCF/HCF). Sound knowledge and experience in performing Thermal/Structural Fatigue analysis. Experience in using FEA tools like Abaqus/Ansys/FE-Safe/Optistruct/Tosca/Isight etc for solving complex non-linear FEA, Multiphysics simulations related to structural durability. Engine and Powertrain system functional/design knowledge of engine cylinder Head / Block / Liner / piston / Valve train / Connecting rod / crankshaft / flywheel and other engine mounted structures. Experience as an individual contributor in performing complex validation projects/programs.

Preferred Non-Technical Skills:

• Requires a self-starter with strong technical skills
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to perform complex tasks
• Must have ability to communicate technical information effectively with team members and others in the work group
• Demonstrated excellent judgement and decision-making ability
• Demonstrated ability to independently solve problems
• Excellent Team work and collaboration skills
  

kill Descriptors

Technical Excellence

: Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.

Level Basic Understanding:

• Structural durability of Machine Systems/Sub-Systems (Test Correlation, Vibration, Fatigue, Stress)
• Expert in OMSA test correlation/ validations using full vehicle application load profiles, Shaker-table correlations
• Sound understanding of principles of vibrations, strength of materials, Bolt/Weld Fatigue
  

Problem Solving:

Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.

Level Working Knowledge:

• Demonstrated excellent judgement and decision-making ability
• Demonstrated ability to independently solve problems
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to perform complex task
  

Computer-Aided Design & Engineering:

Knowledge of tools and techniques of specialized graphics programs; ability to produce, analyze, simulate and test product design drafts.

Level Working Knowledge:

• Expertise in using FEA tools like Nastran/Abaqus/FE-Safe etc for solving complex non-linear FEA, Multiphysics simulations related to structural fatigue.
  

Effective Communications:

Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.

Level Working Knowledge:

• Must have ability to communicate technical information effectively with team members and others in the work group
• Excellent Teamwork and collaboration skills
  

Relocation is available for this position.

Posting Dates:

July 1, 2025 - July 10, 2025Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.