Job Description
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Propulsion system Noise & Vibration CAE Engineer is responsible for creating /updating virtual electric power drive unit simulation models using commercial tools for propulsion systems in order to understand the physics for root cause analysis and guide design development from concept to production to meet Noise and Vibration requirements. This is a hybrid role, both onsite and remote. Responsibilities What You'll Do… Lead Engine/Powerplant NVH CAE design verification (DV) process in supporting programs for analytical signoff. Interpret CAE results supporting design/release activities to ensure NVH targets are achieved. Perform vibro-acoustic finite element-based analysis using set of commercial simulation tools; including Engine/ Powerplant Unit model build and meshing, loads and boundary conditions application, results analysis, root cause analysis of issues, along with data interpretation and report writing. Develop design solutions to address airborne and structure borne noise (NVH) issues and propose engineering solutions with potential roadmaps to improve performance and meet functional NVH targets. Upfront design optimization of Engine/ Powerplant Unit for NVH in consultation with cross-functional teams. As design matures, coordinate with prototype test to validate the CAE modeling/ analysis and improve the simulation accuracy through data analysis and iterations. Develop and deploy advanced analytical concepts/methodologies to simulate NVH performance to significantly reduce the need for physical prototyping, reduce time-to-market and improve product quality. Automate / Democratize existing analysis workflows or processes to increase the turnaround rate of simulations for fast design iterations. Qualifications Minimum Requirements: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or other relevant engineering discipline. 5 years of working knowledge of using CAE tools to predict Noise and vibration performance of Powertrain units. 5 or more years of relevant experience in CAE analysis for design and development of Engine/ Powerplant units with emphasis on resolving structure and airborne noise issues thru vibro-acoustic analysis with focus on optimizing. Demonstrated skills in engine engineering disciplines (calibration, component design, system engineering). Hands on technical engine knowledge and demonstrated usage of that in diagnostics or problem solving. Software Skills: Altair Hypermesh, OptiStruct (Linear Analysis/Optimization), LMS Virtual Lab (Acoustic BEM), Teamcenter, MATLAB, CATIA. Working knowledge in acoustic & vibration digital signal processing tools (e.g., LMS, Artemis, B&K). Good Problem-Solving Skills. Self-Motivated and Independent Thinker. Able to lead, multi-task, and vary approach to suit each assignment. Good interpersonal skills and enjoys working in or with teams. Good oral and written communication. Our preferred requirements: Master's in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent preferred. Experience with commercial FEA tools for Pre-processing / Processing /Post-processing to build flexible components and assemblies and perform steady state modal and dynamic response analysis. Experience with Simcenter 3D or Actran for Acoustic analysis to predict radiated noise. Matlab Scripting experience for data processing / automation. Working experience on the creation of Design of Experiments (DOE), Optimization Techniques and Robustness studies using ModeFrontier or similar commercial tools. Critical thinking skills to connect analytical tools with physical hardware and NVH attribute performance. Experience with 'CAE' to 'TEST' correlation. You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including: Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases Tuition assistance Established and active employee resource groups Paid time off for individual and team community service A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time. For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:
This position is a range of salary grades 6-8 .
Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
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