CAE Engineer Optimal Inc. - 3.0 Plymouth, MI Job Details Contract 13 hours ago Qualifications Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering Thermal analysis MSC Nastran Fluid dynamics Stress testing simulations Data analysis reporting Performance testing in mechanical engineering Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) Automation Electromagnetic theory Mechanical Engineering Engineering process optimization Mid-level Performance testing Data summary reports Master's degree Collaboration with product development teams Analysis skills Continuous improvement Master's degree in mechanical engineering Algorithm design Structural modeling FEA Simulation tools Data collection Vibration analysis AI-driven automation Abaqus Control systems Mechanical product validation projects

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CAE Engineer Job Summary We are seeking a skilled and motivated CAE Engineer to support durability, vibration, and structural analysis activities. This role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure design integrity, performance validation, and continuous improvement of engineering processes. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with CAE tools and a strong interest in expanding into advanced simulation and automation technologies. Key Responsibilities Perform durability and vibration analysis using tools such as Abaqus, Nastran, and nCode Coordinate and/or conduct testing for load data collection and design validation Collaborate with meshing teams and perform basic meshing using HyperMesh or ANSA Prepare and present detailed CAE analysis reports Provide actionable feedback to design and engineering teams to improve product performance Conduct weight calculations for bus floor plans to support sales and engineering decisions Preferred / Developmental Skills Develop and apply basic coding skills and AI-based techniques to automate CAE processes and improve efficiency Gain exposure to and gradually perform: CFD and thermal analysis Vehicle dynamics simulations using ADAMS Support development of electromagnetic field modeling capabilities for electric vehicles (EVs) Contribute to vehicle control algorithm development (long-term opportunity for interested candidates) Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field Experience with CAE tools such as Abaqus, Nastran, and nCode Familiarity with meshing tools like HyperMesh or ANSA Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills Ability to work in a collaborative, cross-functional environment