FEA Analyst

Job Details

HAC (Rochester Hills) - Rochester Hills, MI

Full-Time

First Shift

Description

Responsibilities & Duties

Conduct the following types of FEM analysis on Hi-Lex products/assemblies:

Linear and non-linear

Implicit and explicit

Modal

Apply contact constraints to assembly models

Develop internal FEA methods and specifications to meet customer requirements

Provides technical feedback to customers and/or Hi-Lex engineers regarding part/assembly FEA outputs, design and optimization options

Material curve generation from raw stress-strain data

Ability to read and edit input decks (.inp, .bdf, .rad, .fem)

Qualifications

Specialized Training, Skills, Abilities, Experience:

4-year degree in mechanical engineering or engineering technology or a related field, or equivalent experience, required.

3-5 years’ experience in a FEA or automotive design function is preferred.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong problem solving skills

Computer literacy with capability in email, MS office, and related software

Proficient with the following FEA software:

Abaqus

Hypermesh

Catia V5

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:

Office environment with noise from computer peripherals such as printers and plotters.

Position requires 10% travel domestically

Sometimes works around factory equipment.

Sometimes lifts, carries or moves objects - up to 25 pounds.