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OSI Engineering

Mechanical FEA Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$80 - $95/hr

... is looking for a Mechanical FEA Engineer to join their team. In this role, you will use ... Perform nonlinear static and dynamic finite element analysis using Abaqus, ANSYS, or equivalent CAE ...

Apple

CAE Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

... FEA simulations are conducted with speed, efficiency, and precision. Through a comprehensive ... We are seeking a CAE Engineer to create innovative end-to-end modeling and simulation solutions ...

Chariot Defense

Mechanical Engineer

San Bruno, CA · On-site

Proven 3D CAD skills (any platform, but SOLIDWORKS preferred), as well as CAE/ FEA experience, and the ability to produce high-quality engineering 2D drawings that comply with common industry ...

Apple

CAE Engineer

San Jose, CA

$120K - $249K/yr

... FEA simulations are conducted with speed, efficiency, and precision. Through a comprehensive ... We are seeking a CAE Engineer to create innovative end-to-end modeling and simulation solutions ...

Rivian

Sr. Manager Durability CAE

Irvine, CA · On-site

$196K - $245K/yr

The ideal candidate brings a "master-level" background in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and a ... Lead and grow a large team of CAE engineers, providing deep technical coaching and defining ...

Rivian

Sr. Manager Durability CAE

Irvine, CA · On-site

$196K - $245K/yr

The ideal candidate brings a "master-level" background in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and a ... Lead and grow a large team of CAE engineers, providing deep technical coaching and defining ...

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Mechanical FEA Engineer

Cupertino, CA • On-site

OSI Engineering, Inc.
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 51 - 200 employees
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$80 - $95/hr

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Posted 7 days ago

Job description

A globally leading consumer device company headquartered in Cupertino, CA is looking for a Mechanical FEA Engineer to join their team. In this role, you will use understanding of mechanics, materials and numerical methods to play a key role in predictive engineering and directly impact the success of new products.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform nonlinear static and dynamic finite element analysis using Abaqus, ANSYS, or equivalent CAE tools.
  • Develop structural, thermomechanical, and heat-transfer models for consumer electronic products and components.
  • Build and validate models for materials such as polymers, elastomers, adhesives, and brittle materials using physical test data.
  • Analyze simulation results, identify potential failure modes, and recommend design improvements to enhance product performance and reliability.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and external vendors to communicate findings and support product development and validation.
Qualifications:
  • 3+ years of experience in FEA in large-volume consumer electronic industry.
  • Experience in running non-linear static and dynamic Finite Element Analysis using Abaqus, Ansys, or equivalent CAE packages. Abaqus is strongly preferred.
  • Expertise in structural, thermomechanical, and heat transfer modeling.
  • Experience in modeling of different classes of materials including polymers, elastomers, soft adhesives, and brittle materials.
  • Experience with calibration, verification, and validation of models through physical testing.
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact with multi-functional teams, management, and external vendors.

Preferred Skills:

  • Proficiency in Matlab, Python, and Abaqus User Subroutines is a plus
  • Experience with using CAD tools such as NX, Solid-works is preferred.
  • Additional expertise in fracture mechanics, adhesive materials, electromagnetic, acoustic, and CFD is preferred.

Type: Contract
Duration: 12 months with extension
Work Location: Cupertino, CA (100% on site)
Pay range: $80.00 - $95.00 (DOE)

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