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Job Description
Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving three primary markets – passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off-highway equipment – Dana provides the world’s original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.
Dana is searching for a skilled and motivated engineer with a proven record of innovation in the field of CAE analyses. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a deep understanding of automotive systems, model-based design tools and methods, and be recognized as an innovative problem solver that makes sound decisions and delivers high quality results. He/she will also demonstrate leadership as a team player who introduces new ideas and methods, advises on best practices and works with others to deliver new products to customers and help move the business forward.
Primary Duties:
* Conduct non-linear, structural finite element analysis of drivetrain systems, subsystems, and components
* Conduct random vibration and impact analyses of drivetrain systems, subsystems, and components
* Perform NVH and acoustic analyses for traditional and/or electrified axle product
* Interpret results, make recommendations, write reports, and present work to internal and external customers
* Interface with all internal disciplines including: Materials, Advanced, Product, Applications, Manufacturing/Assembly, Rapid Prototyping, Design, and Test & Development
* Support development of simulation procedures, methodologies, and continuous improvement activities for the department
Requirements:
* Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering with emphasis in Mechanical Design or Analysis, preferred
* 5 years of experience using ABAQUS, required
* 5 years of experience using feSafe or other fatigue code, required
* 5 years of experience with Hypermesh or Abaqus CAE, required
* 3 years of experience in electrified powertrain engineering or related field, strongly preferred
* Expert knowledge of structural finite element methods, required
* Expert knowledge of analytical NVH methods, preferred
* Working knowledge of Romax and Actran, preferred
* Proficient knowledge of materials engineering and experience in material characterization for FEA, preferred
* Strong computer skills with programming and scripting experience, preferred
* Strong workload management and follow-up skills
* Excellent mechanical aptitude and strong analytical ability
* Good oral and written communication skills
* Demonstrated technical leadership and accomplishments in previous position(s)
* Must be capable of performing duties with limited supervision
* Strong interpersonal skills to work with people at all levels within and outside of Dana in a professional manner
* Ability to work in a team environment
* Willing to work additional hours, as needed
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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