SM_102 - CAE Engineer – NVH

Location: Bangalore, India

Department: Staffing

Experience: 4-6 Years

Job Summary

Roles and Responsibilities

• Perform CAE pre-processing, solver execution, and post-processing activities as per project requirements.
• Conduct Modal Analysis to evaluate natural frequencies and mode shapes of components and assemblies.
• Perform vibration and structural dynamics analysis to assess component performance.
• Work on NVH simulations to identify resonance issues and vibration-related concerns.
• Prepare finite element models using HyperMesh, equivalent pre-processing tools.
• Work with solvers such as OptiStruct, Nastran, depending on project requirements.
• Analyze simulation results and prepare technical reports with recommendations for design improvement.
• Collaborate with design, testing, and validation teams to correlate simulation results with physical test data.
• Ensure model quality, accuracy, and adherence to project-specific engineering standards.

Required Technical Skills

• 4–6 years of relevant experience in CAE/FEA with a focus on NVH and structural dynamics.
• Hands-on experience in modal analysis, natural frequency evaluation, and mode shape interpretation.
• Good understanding of vibration fundamentals, structural dynamics, and resonance behaviour.
• Proficiency in HyperMesh for finite element modelling and pre-processing.
• Working experience with OptiStruct and/or Nastran solvers.
• Strong knowledge of meshing techniques, material properties, boundary conditions, connections, and model setup.
• Ability to interpret simulation results and prepare technical reports.
• Understanding of simulation quality checks and engineering validation processes.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in automotive or mechanical engineering NVH projects.
• Knowledge of frequency response analysis, harmonic response, and random vibration analysis.
• Exposure to experimental modal analysis and correlation between CAE simulations and physical test results.
• Familiarity with CAD tools such as CATIA or Siemens NX.

Educational Qualification

• B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good understanding of engineering fundamentals.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to simulation quality.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage project deliverables and meet deadlines.