Ingeniero CAE

We are seeking a CAE Engineer with 8+ years of experience supporting structural crashworthiness and safety performance simulations. This role focuses on developing and validating full‑vehicle and subsystem FE models, interpreting crash performance, and providing design recommendations based on correlation between simulation results and physical test data.

The ideal candidate is highly proficient in crash simulation tools such as LS‑DYNA and has a strong foundation in automotive crash regulations and safety performance metrics.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of vehicle crash simulations (frontal, side, rear, and rollover) using LS-DYNA.
• Build and refine finite element models of vehicle structures and safety components.
• Interpret simulation results and correlate FE models with physical crash test data to ensure predictive accuracy.
• Identify root causes of performance issues and recommend design changes to improve safety performance.
• Collaborate with test engineers and design teams to align simulation findings with physical testing outcomes.
• Develop, validate, and tune models for restraint systems and energy-absorbing structures.
• Perform injury metrics evaluation and crash performance assessments based on regulatory and consumer test protocols (e.g., FMVSS, IIHS, NCAP).
• Utilize CAE tools such as ANSA, HyperMesh, LS-PrePost, and META for pre- and post-processing.
• Document and present simulation results in client meetings and technical reviews.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience performing vehicle safety simulations using LS-DYNA.
• Strong understanding of crashworthiness principles and safety performance evaluation.
• Hands-on experience correlating FE models to physical test results and identifying model-to-test discrepancies.
• Proficiency in mesh generation, model assembly, and debugging.
• Familiarity with automotive safety regulations and standards (FMVSS, IIHS, Euro NCAP, etc.).
• Strong communication and reporting skills for client-facing and team collaboration.
• Ability to manage simulation tasks independently while supporting cross-functional development teams.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with physical test setup review and correlation of crash test data (sled or full-vehicle).
• Working knowledge of crash dummy models and injury metrics (HIC, Nij, chest deflection, etc.).
• Experience with scripting tools (e.g., Python, Shell) to automate model build and post-processing tasks.
• Understanding materials modeling and lightweight structures in crash simulations.
• Exposure to optimization techniques and DOE methodologies for performance improvement.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
• A chance to work with advanced CAE tools and on cutting-edge vehicle safety programs.
• Opportunities for career growth and technical development.
• A collaborative team environment that values innovation and knowledge-sharing.

Be part of a team that’s shaping the future of vehicle safety through simulation