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Job Title: CAE EngineerJob Description

We are seeking an experienced CAE Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in crash safety impact simulations and a strong proficiency in tools like LS-DYNA, ANSA, and Meta-Post. This role involves conducting complex vehicle system-level CAE model construction, visualization, and analysis, contributing to the safety and efficiency of our automotive designs.

Responsibilities

+ Conduct crash safety-related impact simulations using LS-DYNA.

+ Analyze simulation results to assess crash performance.

+ Benchmark simulations against NCAP, IIHS, and internal safety standards.

+ Identify and recommend countermeasures when performance targets are not met.

+ Collaborate with engineering teams to communicate findings and recommendations.

+ Generate detailed engineering documentation and simulation analysis reports.

+ Work closely with design and test engineers to support development efforts.

Essential Skills

+ Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.

+ Minimum 6+ years of industry experience as a CAE analyst.

+ Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with LS-DYNA.

+ Proficiency in pre-/post-processing tools: ANSA and Meta-Post.

+ Experience in complex vehicle system-level CAE model construction, visualization, and analysis.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Advanced degree may substitute for 2 years of experience.

+ Familiarity with automotive safety standards (FMVSS, ECE, NCAP).

+ Experience with CAE workflow automation and AI/ML integration.

+ Knowledge of optimization tools (modeFRONTIER or iSight).

+ Additional experience with Nastran, Abaqus, Hypermesh preferred.

+ Programming skills in Matlab, Python, and VBA desired.

Work Environment

Join an engineering team of over 25 professionals in an R&D environment. This is a long-term consulting opportunity.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Raymond, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Raymond,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 27, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.