Engineer IV - FEA Simulation
Hyster-Yale Group
Portland, Oregon
Job Description
Job Title
Engineer IV - FEA Simulation
Job Family
Job Description
Engineer III/IV – Simulation Engineer (Structural Analysis)
The structural analysis team provides advanced simulation to support product design and validation teams at all stages of development from concept ideation through final prototype testing. As part of the Applied Mechanics and Materials team, the structural analysis engineers work closely with our test lab to perform physical correlation and aid in test planning. Hyster-Yale leverages state-of-the-art tools to aid in prediction of all aspects of performance including dynamic stability, durability, cooling, and cost reduction activities.
The selected candidate’s primary responsibility will be providing Finite Element analysis and Multi-Body Dynamic simulation to support product development and concept evaluation to the functional design teams. Additional responsibilities will include working collaboratively with engineers in the lab to evaluate instrumentation plans and consult on resolutions to address durability concerns identified in physical testing.
Desired Skills:
- Experience with commercial finite element analysis (FEA) software (ANSYS preferred).
- Familiarity with multi-body dynamic simulation software a plus.
- Knowledgeable in applied stress mechanics, including application of basic fundamentals such as Mohr’s circle and Hooke’s law to practical scenarios.
- Fundamental knowledge in basic mechanical properties of materials.
- Familiarity with basic fatigue theory such as strain-life and stress-life fatigue methods. Working knowledge of nCode software a plus.
- Familiarity with NX CAD preferred.
- Basic scripting/coding abilities in matlab, python, or visual basic are preferred.
Minimum Qualifications:
- BS in Mechanical Engineering & 3-5 years of experience
- MS in Relevant Area & 1-3 years of experience
We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) plan, and profit sharing.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled
Job ID
0039
Employment Type
Full time
Work Hours
Travel Required
Primary Location
HYG US Portland, OR
Address
4000 NE Blue Lake Road
Zip Code
97024-8710
Field-Based
No
Relocation Assistance Available
No
We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled
- Health insurance
