FEA Engineer - OTR Tire Modeling

FEA Engineer - OTR Tire Modeling Yokohama TWS - North America Akron, OH Job Details 23 hours ago Qualifications Composite materials CAD software English Master's degree FEA Simulation systems

Technical Proficiency Full Job Description About Us:

We are Yokohama TWS, a leading global supplier of tires and complete wheels for the agricultural, material handling, construction, motorcycles segments. We design and manufacture tire and wheel solutions made for the future. With a combination of value, safety and ease, our solutions provide a more productive and sustainable performance our customers demand. We pair the expertise and power of our global reach with the care and knowledge of local proximity. This brings innovation, technology and sustainability together to answer the specific needs of our customers. All while continuing to reduce our and their impact on the planet. Our people take ownership to deliver on this promise every day. We are a global Company with a local reach, operating in more than 50 Countries worldwide with 6.700 employees of 40 different nationalities, 14 state-of-the-art plants and 4 innovation centers. We are part of Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., a global leader in the tire industry with 860.5 billion yen in revenues (approx. 6 billion euro), over 28,000 people around the globe and with operations in more than 120 countries. If you have an entrepreneurial mindset, enjoy taking responsibilities and getting things done in the right way, join us! We are plenty of opportunities to grow and develop in a truly dynamic and easy-going environment. SUMMARY We are seeking a highly motivated FEA Tire Modeling Engineer to join our technology center in Akron, Ohio. This critical role is responsible for the development and validation of advanced virtual tire models and simulations, supporting both new product development and field issues for Off-the-Road (OTR) Tires.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop and refine finite element models of tires and their components (e.g., rubber compounds, steel belts and ply, fabric plies) using Abaqus. Conduct structural, thermal FEA simulations to predict tire behavior under various real-world load and inflation conditions. Analyze and interpret complex simulation results to provide actionable recommendations and design improvements to cross-functional design, manufacturing, and testing teams. Collaborate with design and compounding teams to understand their concerns, address their needs in actionable ways, and help optimize tire products Validate models with lab and proving grounds testing to continually build confidence in simulation predictions Collaborate with testing teams to develop and execute test plans for physical validation of FEA models and material constitutive models (especially for hyper elastic rubber materials). Document findings through presentations for internal stakeholders such as design, compounding, testing, and field teams. Develop in-house proprietary modeling procedures that contribute to the continuous improvement of simulation methodologies and provide new capability to model phenomena which were not possible

JOB REQUIREMENTS

(Education, Experience, Skills, Competencies)

Education:

Master's degree minimum in Mechanical or Civil Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related engineering field.

Experience:

3+ years relevant experience in finite element modeling and simulation, preferably within the automotive or rubber industry.

Software Proficiency:

Expertise with Abaqus FEA software and CAD software (e.g., Catia) and the ability to rapidly learn new tools and processes.

Technical Knowledge:

Strong understanding of rubber material properties and the mechanical behavior of rubber and composites, along with knowledge of scripting languages like Python is a plus.

Soft Skills:

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple projects. Must have excellent communication and collaboration skills.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Fluent in English