Safety CAE Engineer
The CAE Safety Engineer is responsible for creating full vehicle crash finite element models using ANSA. Performing analyses using Ls-Dyna software to assess vehicle crashworthiness based on regulatory and third party assessment criteria. Using analyses results to develop design solutions to meet vehicle safety requirements. Communicating and presenting analyses results to various engineering organizations.
Basic Qualifications:• Minimum Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Excellent Knowledge of Ls-Dyna and its application in vehicle safety
• Excellent knowledge of Madymo for occupant and restraint system analyses
• Excellent Knowledge of ANSA for crash model creation
• Excellent knowledge of HyperGraph, Visual Viewer and Primer for crash data analyses
• Excellent knowledge of vehicle structures, occupant protection and restraint systems
• Very well versed with all FMVSS and third party requirements
• Excellent communication skills
• Good presentation skills
• Good problem solving ability
Preferred Qualifications:• Master of Science degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering
• Familiar with vehicle crash and sled testing
• Familiarity with crash dummies
• Ability to teach others
• Potential to lead a team
Company Description:
Chrysler Group LLC, formed in 2009 from a global strategic alliance with Fiat Group, produces Chrysler, Jeep®, Dodge, Ram and Mopar® vehicles and products. With the resources, technology and worldwide distribution network required to compete on a global scale, the alliance builds on Chrysler’s culture of innovation – first established by Walter P. Chrysler in 1925 – and Fiat’s complementary technology – from a company whose heritage dates back to 1899.
Headquartered in Auburn Hills, Mich., Chrysler Group LLC’s product lineup features some of the world's most recognizable vehicles, including the Chrysler 300, Jeep Wrangler and Ram Truck. Fiat will contribute world-class technology, platforms and powertrains for small- and medium-size cars, allowing Chrysler Group to offer an expanded product line including environmentally friendly vehicles.