Thermal Simulation Engineer

Thermal Simulation Engineer

Req number:

R8136

Employment type:

Full time

Worksite flexibility:

Remote

Who we are

CAI is a global services firm with over 9,000 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1.3 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right—whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.

Job Summary

We are looking for a motivated Thermal Simulation Engineer ready to take us to the next level! If you have expertise in Ansys Workbench and connector products and are looking for your next career move, apply now.

Job Description

We are looking for a Thermal Simulation Engineer to lead the development and implementation of complex thermal simulation models to optimize manufacturing, designs, or processes. This position will be Full-Time and Remote.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the development and implementation of complex thermal simulation models to optimize manufacturing, designs, or processes (e.g., thermal simulation of current-carrying products like connectors, busbars, and cable assemblies)

• Perform calculations and simulations on temperature distribution over systems

• Conduct thermo-mechanical and structural simulations to support design optimization, material selection, and validation from concept to production

• Simplify complex CAD geometries for efficient structural and thermal simulation analyses

• Apply in-depth knowledge of mechanical design, conductive and convective heat transfer, and fluid flow mechanics

• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and testing teams to correlate FEA results with physical testing

• Utilize DOE (Design of Experiments) and optimization techniques.

• Direct cross-functional teams to address and resolve intricate design and manufacturing issues

• Analyze complex simulation results to identify areas for improvement and drive design or process changes

• Maintain and update simulation models to ensure optimal accuracy and relevance

• Validate concept designs using simulation techniques to determine design robustness and critical-to-function requirements

• Deploy FEA Techniques – implicit and explicit approach using software tools like Ansys Workbench, LS-Dyna, Hypermesh, Simufact, Digimat, and others

• Translate actual problems into Finite Element Analysis (FEA) models, interpret analysis results, and select the best solutions, including linear and non-linear analysis under different physics

• Monitor and evaluate simulation software capabilities and industry trends

• Collaborate with design and validation teams to enhance design optimization

• Understand the influence and impact of activities on financial decisions

What You'll Need

Required:

• BE/B.Tech in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

• M.Tech in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (preferred)

• Knowledge of product design processes and methodology

• Proficiency in state-of-the-art FEA tools such as Ansys Workbench, LS-Dyna, Hypermesh, Simufact, Moldex3D, Optislang, Icepak Maxwell, and Ansys HFSS

• CAD tools such as PTC Creo and Space Claim

• Programming languages like Python, Microsoft VB-script, and Power IB

• Proficiency in MS Office tools

• Knowledge of associated manufacturing processes (molding, stamping, plating, crimping, and assembly)

• Knowledge of soldering, crimping, and welding technologies.

• Experience with technical paper publications and applying for patents

• 3-5 years of industry experience

• Expertise in Ansys Workbench

• Experience with connector products (plastic and sheet metal parts)

• Knowledge of material science (metals, resins, and hyperelastic materials) and its implementation for simulation

• Correlation of test and simulation data/results

• Expertise in CAE tools, optimization techniques, and testing methods

• Experience implementing LEAN/6 Sigma/Kaizen techniques on live projects

Physical Demands

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards

• Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor

• Must be able to communicate with customers/team members over the phone and in person

• Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.

Reasonable accommodation statement

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to application.accommodations@cai.io or (888) 824 – 8111.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Computer Aid, Inc.(CAI) not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or because he or she is a protected veteran. It is also the policy of CAI to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.

 

Employees and applicants of CAI will not be subject to harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or because he or she is a protected veteran. Additionally, retaliation, including intimidation, threats, or coercion, because an employee or applicant has objected to discrimination, engaged or may engage in filing a complaint, assisted in a review, investigation, or hearing or have otherwise sought to obtain their legal rights under any Federal, State, or local EEO law is prohibited.

$71 per hour

The pay range for this position is listed above. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and education. Benefit packages include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as 401k retirement account access. Employees in this role may also be entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.