CAE Model Build Engineer - Full Vehicle

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced CAE Model Build Engineer with deep expertise in Full Vehicle (FV) model build using ANSA, covering domains such as Crash & Safety, Durability, NVH, and Vehicle Dynamics. The candidate will be responsible for building, validating, and managing large-scale FE models, ensuring accuracy, robustness, and consistency with OEM standards and simulation requirements.

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Key Responsibilities

• Lead Full Vehicle FE model build activities from CAD data to solver-ready models.

• Execute pre-processing, assembly, meshing, and connections in ANSA for multiple analysis disciplines.

• Work closely with simulation engineers to deliver validated, clean, and consistent models for Safety, Durability, NVH, and Dynamics simulations.

• Develop and maintain model build templates, macros, and automation scripts to enhance productivity and repeatability.

• Conduct model integrity checks (mass balance, connectivity, boundary conditions, material & property validation).

• Interface with Design, CAD, and CAE domain leads to resolve geometry, assembly, and connectivity issues.

• Support solver deck generation (LS-DYNA, Nastran, Abaqus, OptiStruct, etc.) and ensure compliance with project setup guidelines.

• Participate in model correlation and validation exercises with test data where applicable.

• Manage model data, revisions, and documentation within PLM/CAE data management systems (e.g., Teamcenter, SimManager).

• Provide mentoring and technical support to junior engineers on ANSA best practices and model build methodology.

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Technical Skills Required

• Expert-level proficiency in ANSA (full vehicle assembly, connections, submodel creation, part management, scripting).

• Hands-on experience with Safety (Crash), Durability (Static/Fatigue), NVH (Modal/Frequency), and Dynamics (Ride & Handling) model build.

• Working knowledge of solvers such as LS-DYNA, Nastran, Abaqus, or OptiStruct.

• Strong understanding of FE modeling principles, element quality checks, contact definitions, and loadcase management.

• Familiar with material modeling, joints, fasteners, adhesives, and spot weld representations.

• Exposure to automation tools or scripting languages (Python, ANSA scripts, tcl).

• Experience in CAE data management systems (Teamcenter, SimManager, or equivalent).

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Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical / Automotive / Aerospace Engineering.

• Experience with OEM-level full vehicle model integration or supplier-level model build support.

• Knowledge of CAD to CAE workflows, model correlation, and DVP&R processes.

• Familiarity with multi-domain vehicle simulation environments and cross-functional collaboration.

• Prior involvement in CAE harmonization or process automation projects will be a plus.

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Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.

• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and deliver high-quality output under tight timelines.

• Strong documentation and configuration management discipline