Simulation Senior Associate Engineer

Career Area:
Engineering:
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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 to
Structural 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 ExcellenceKnowledge 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.