Engineer I (Medical) (San Luis Potosí)

Job Description

Team: System Engineering team within the Power Solutions division. The simulation engineer works within the system engineering group, helping our internal product development teams to derive requirements for current and future power-related components and subsystems, and to support the engineering groups with detailed analysis of the component behavior under realistic engine and vehicle scenarios, helping them understand underlying physics and cause-effect relationships. Based on a profound expertise in Finite Element Method simulation, physics, static and dynamic mechanics, thermodynamics, internal combustion, heat transfer, data science and powertrain components, develop the mobility of the future, by managing and following up activities for development of new projects, to accomplish internal and external customer requirements, according to their specifications.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for performing FEA simulation projects, for different components and subsystems using state of the art computer-based simulation software, processes, methods and standards in PS.
• Proficiency using FEM simulation software for the specific simulation task.
• Execution of linear/nonlinear, single/multi-phase, implicit/explicit simulations as required.
• Translate physical conditions and technical specifications into initial and boundary conditions, contacts and constraints definitions.
• Understand product and simulation specific requirements, related to topic under investigation.
• Successful execution, and eventual debugging, of simulation model.
• Analysis and interpretation of simulation results, providing insightful recommendations to design/product engineering team.
• Reporting simulation results, in a professional manner (e.g. clear, concise and complete), according to quality standards.
• Support project development, satisfying specific requirements and deadlines, providing design improvements and recommendations.
• Be an active part of our international team, focusing on FEA and data-driven development activities.
• Promote compliance with safety regulations and identify and report unsafe conditions.
• Promote safety health and environment protection according to ISO *****/OHSAS *****.
• Topics: Static-structural analysis.
• Dynamic analysis, e.g. modal, harmonic, random.
• Implicit & explicit analysis Materials characterization, e.g. isotropic, anisotropic, composite, etc.
• Heat transfer, i.e. convection, conduction, radiation.
• Fatigue and damage tolerance analysis.
• Durability & lifetime analysis.
• Physical testing correlation.
• Manufacturing process.
• Data Science: programming/scripting in Python, data-driven development, graphical user interfaces, automation workflows, etc.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications: Related Engineering degree, e.g. Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, Physics, etc. (Desirable Master or Ph D).
• Language: Advanced (technical & conversational) English (written and oral). (Desirable: German).
• Min. 3 years professional experience (demonstrable with references).
• International experience (Desirable).
• Required Technical Skills:
  • Mechanics solid knowledge.
  • Deep knowledge in the theory of Finite Element Methods.
  • Proficiency with specialized CAE software, solvers and models for FEM simulation, e.g. Abaqus, Ansys Mechanical, Nastran, etc.
  • Meshing skills (model discretization) & proficiency using specialized Meshing software, e.g. Ansys Meshing, Hypermesh, GMSH, etc.
  • Experience with CAD tools (e.g. NX, Catia, Solid Works, Space Claim, Design Modeler, etc.).
  • Mathematical and analytical skills (hand calculation) for basic mechanical problems, e.g. cause-effect relationship, physics of failure, product reliability and durability.
  • Perform static & dynamic analysis.
  • Materials modeling and characterization.
  • Post-processing simulation data, simulation results analysis and interpretation.
  • Requirements engineering, to translate customer requirements into CAE model and simulation results requirements.
  • Critical thinking.
• Desirable Technical Skills:
  • Experience in Data Science and Data Analysis for Engineering.
  • Experience with Optimization methods, theory & tools, e.g. Ansys Optislang, GNU Octave, Sci Lab, Opti Struct, etc.
  • Proficiency with Data Visualization & Data Analytics apps (i.e. Power BI, Power Automate, Azure Dev Ops, etc.).
  • Knowledge of product design and automotive development process (e.g. from A-sample to SOP).
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes (e.g. metal-mechanics, machining, etc.).
  • Knowledge of physical testing machines and validation techniques (e.g. vibration test benches, thermal-shock chambers, etc.)
  • Knowledge on Linux systems and shell/batch job scripting.
• Required Soft Skills:
  • Professional presentation & communication skills (in English & Spanish).
  • Communication and presentation skills (advanced, technical, in English & Spanish).
  • Excellent reporting skills (e.g. clear, concise, adequate technical content).
  • Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, in an international environment.
  • Proactive and self-driven mindset.
  • High ownership & accountability.
  • Responsible and innovative.
  • Methodical and diligent.
  • Analytical thinking and problem solving oriented.

Additional Information

In the Systems Engineering group we work as a diverse and multidisciplinary team, results oriented, driven by the technical challenges for present and future mobility problems. We work with hybrid working model and versátil hours, allowing a good balance between our professional and personal goals. We embrace diversity and promote the international cultural exchange through constant exchange with colleagues from other parts of the world.