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Optimal Inc. · Plymouth, MI 48170

CAE Engineer

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Job Title: CAE Engineer

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and motivated CAE Engineer to support durability, vibration, and structural analysis activities. This role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure design integrity, performance validation, and continuous improvement of engineering processes. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with CAE tools and a strong interest in expanding into advanced simulation and automation technologies.

Key Responsibilities

Perform durability and vibration analysis using tools such as Abaqus, Nastran, and nCode

Coordinate and/or conduct testing for load data collection and design validation

Collaborate with meshing teams and perform basic meshing using HyperMesh or ANSA

Prepare and present detailed CAE analysis reports

Provide actionable feedback to design and engineering teams to improve product performance

Conduct weight calculations for bus floor plans to support sales and engineering decisions

Preferred / Developmental Skills

Develop and apply basic coding skills and AI-based techniques to automate CAE processes and improve efficiency

Gain exposure to and gradually perform:

CFD and thermal analysis

Vehicle dynamics simulations using ADAMS

Support development of electromagnetic field modeling capabilities for electric vehicles (EVs)

Contribute to vehicle control algorithm development (long-term opportunity for interested candidates)

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field

Experience with CAE tools such as Abaqus, Nastran, and nCode

Familiarity with meshing tools like HyperMesh or ANSA

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Ability to work in a collaborative, cross-functional environment

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