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Braunability

Lead / Senior Engineer

Winamac, IN

$96K - $132K/yr

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will drive our VA/VE (Value Analysis / Value Engineering ... tools including FEA, DFA/M, DOE, D/PFMEA, DVP&R, problem solving (8D or similar), GD&T and ...

BraunAbility

Lead / Senior Engineer

Winamac, IN · On-site

$96K - $132K/yr

... FEA, DFA/M, DOE, D/PFMEA, DVP&R, problem solving (8D or similar), GD&T and Tolerance Stack-up. • Must be detail-oriented and a self-starter. • Possess the ability to function well under the ...

Braunability

Lead / Senior Engineer

Carmel, IN

$104K - $143K/yr

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will drive our VA/VE (Value Analysis / Value Engineering ... tools including FEA, DFA/M, DOE, D/PFMEA, DVP&R, problem solving (8D or similar), GD&T and ...

Samtec, Inc Careers

Product Design Engineer

New Albany, IN

$119K - $143K/yr

The Product Engineer designs and develops within New Product or Sustaining Product Engineering ... FEA, CFD/Thermal Modeling, etc. is preferred, but not required. * Must be able to handle multiple ...

MAKS Plastics

Plastics Design Engineer

Mishawaka, IN · On-site

$60K - $90K/yr

Engineering REPORTING TO: Director of Engineering MAKS Plastics, LLC is a rotational molding and ... Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) * Knowledge of thermoplastic materials and their ...

MAKS Plastics

Plastics Design Engineer

Mishawaka, IN · On-site

$60K - $90K/yr

Engineering REPORTING TO: Director of Engineering MAKS Plastics, LLC is a rotational molding and ... Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) * Knowledge of thermoplastic materials and their ...

jbpco

LEER - Product Engineer

Elkhart, IN · On-site

Working closely with design, test, manufacturing, and quality engineering team members to provide ... Familiarity with FEA and CFD tools. * Experience developing DFMEA's and DVP&R's * Six Sigma ...

ManTech International

Mechanical Engineer

Crane, IN · On-site

Perform engineering analysis, including stress analysis, thermal analysis, fluid dynamics, and vibration analysis, using FEA and CFD tools. * Select appropriate materials, manufacturing processes ...

MAKS Plastics

Plastics Design Engineer

Mishawaka, IN

$60K - $90K/yr

Engineering REPORTING TO: Director of Engineering MAKS Plastics, LLC is a rotational molding and ... Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) * Knowledge of thermoplastic materials and their ...

ManTech International

Mechanical Engineer

Crane, IN · On-site

Perform engineering analysis, including stress analysis, thermal analysis, fluid dynamics, and vibration analysis, using FEA and CFD tools * Select appropriate materials, manufacturing processes, and ...

Bowhead

Engineer

Crane, IN · On-site

This must include engineering and technical investigations, computational analysis, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), and performance simulations, market research ...

jbpco

LEER - Product Engineer

Elkhart, IN

Working closely with design, test, manufacturing, and quality engineering team members to provide ... Familiarity with FEA and CFD tools. * Experience developing DFMEA's and DVP&R's * Six Sigma ...

ManTech

Mechanical Engineer

Crane, IN

Perform engineering analysis, including stress analysis, thermal analysis, fluid dynamics, and vibration analysis, using FEA and CFD tools. * Select appropriate materials, manufacturing processes ...

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How much do fea engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for fea engineer in Indiana is $96,824.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,900.00 and $110,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Fea Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a FEA (Finite Element Analysis) Engineer, you need a strong background in mechanical or structural engineering, proficiency in mathematical modeling, and typically a bachelor's or master's degree in a related field. Mastery of FEA software tools such as ANSYS, Abaqus, or NASTRAN, and relevant certifications, are commonly required. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and clear communication skills help you interpret data and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams. These skills are essential to ensure accurate simulations, optimize product designs, and contribute to successful engineering projects.

What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities of a FEA Engineer?

As a FEA Engineer, your daily tasks often include developing finite element models, running simulations to predict product behavior under various conditions, and analyzing the results to identify potential design improvements or weaknesses. You will collaborate closely with design, manufacturing, and test teams to ensure simulation results align with real-world performance and project requirements. You may also be responsible for documenting your findings, presenting recommendations, and refining models based on new data or project needs. This role provides opportunities to impact product safety, reliability, and efficiency through your technical expertise.

What is an FEA Engineer job?

An FEA (Finite Element Analysis) Engineer is responsible for using computer simulations to analyze the structural, thermal, and fluid dynamics behavior of products or components. They use FEA software like ANSYS, Abaqus, or NASTRAN to predict stresses, deformations, and failures in materials under various conditions. FEA Engineers work in industries such as automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing to optimize designs, improve product reliability, and reduce costs. Their role involves interpreting results, validating simulations with physical tests, and collaborating with design teams to enhance product performance.

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Lead / Senior Engineer

Lead / Senior Engineer

Braunability

Winamac, IN

$96K - $132K/yr

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

BraunAbility rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 25 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

346th of 417 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

Job Description:

GENERAL PURPOSE:

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will drive our VA/VE (Value Analysis / Value Engineering) initiatives. The Senior Engineer will be responsible for the VA/VE as a methodology that is used to optimize product design and manufacturing processes resulting in decreased costs, increased profits, improved quality and performance, and enhanced customer satisfaction.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Responsible for executing VA/VE projects including concept, design, prototype, testing, and implementation.

Identify new innovative ideas for our Vehicle products that improve the customer experience while reducing cost.

Build pipeline of cost reduction ideas through leading internal and external VA/VE events.

Work with cross-functional team including Portfolio, Sales, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Customer Experience Group and Purchasing to develop feasible designs and business cases for cost reduction ideas.

Utilize rapid prototyping to evaluate concept designs to determine feasibility.

Coordinate with production and purchasing to implement VA/VE projects

Engineer, design and develop new vehicle conversions in CAD (Inventor)

Design Mechanism, Suspensions, Structures and Closures (doors & liftgates)

Plan for design, procurement, assembly, and validation requirements that align with overall Project Timing, Stage Gate (APQP) and Mitigation Strategies.

Ensure vehicle Designs & Systems conform to budgeted Quality and Cost targets.

Lead Low-cost Design alternatives, Common Designs and Standardization.

Constantly improve designs, processes, and timing, maintaining project specifications.

Participate in design reviews to assure all vehicle conversions are developed and engineered to meet requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

Mechanism Design knowledge is a most, expertise preferred, and how to integrate it into the design, considering all Tolerances involved.

Understanding of Vehicle Engineering and Integration. Must know what is required for a reliable design.

Proficiency in Structural Design, sheet metal fabrication, welding processes, LEAN principles.

Understanding of fuel, exhaust, cooling and braking systems, materials, and industry standards

Experience in with vehicle compartments like Closures & Suspensions.

Knowledge of materials and benefits of utilizing one type over the other

Solid working knowledge of quality, design and validation tools including FEA, DFA/M, DOE, D/PFMEA, DVP&R, problem solving (8D or similar), GD&T and Tolerance Stack-up.

Must be detail-oriented and a self-starter.

Possess the ability to function well under the demands of project due dates

Excellent written and verbal communication skills needed

Well organized, accurate and possesses a strong attention to detail

Demonstrated ability to effectively solve and analyze problems

Desire to work in a fast-paced environment

Prototype fabrication and welding knowledge preferred

Windows (computer), Outlook (email), Inventor, AutoCad, Vault, MS Office, and Epicor (ERP)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering is required.

Minimum of 7 years work experience in automotive design is required.

Previous assembly plant launch experience preferred

Dimensional Management and Understanding of GD&T required

Experience with Mechanism, Steel and Aluminum part design and manufacturing

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