FEA Simulation Engineer
Company : Premier Motorsport Company
Location : Santa Clarita, CA
Hourly Pay Rate : $38 - $55 / hr DOE
OverviewA premier high‑performance motorsport engineering company is seeking a skilled FEA Simulation Engineer with a strong interest in automotive design and development. As part of our Simulation Group, you will prepare, execute, and analyze FEA simulations to support engineering decisions and product development. This role offers significant technical responsibility and collaboration across engineering disciplines.
Key Responsibilities-Finite Element Analysis : Set up and run FEA simulations using in‑house tools and workflows.-Data Analysis & Reporting : Interpret simulation outputs, analyze results, and summarize findings for broader engineering teams.-Automation : Develop scripts, macros, and tools to streamline and enhance simulation processes.-Cross‑Functional Collaboration : Work closely with engineering and other internal teams to support design, validation, and development activities.-Test & Validation Understanding : Apply knowledge of testing methods and instrumentation to support simulation correlation and validation.-Technical Presentations : Prepare and deliver detailed technical presentations for engineering reviews and project discussions.
Required Experience (2-4 Years)
Technical Skills & Knowledge-Working knowledge of Dassault Abaqus; familiarity with CATIA is an asset.-Programming skills in MATLAB, Java, and Python.-Understanding of internal combustion, hybrid, and electric powertrain architectures.-Completed coursework in Statics, Dynamics, and Materials Engineering.-Familiarity with Design of Experiments (DoE) and its application to simulation / optimization is a plus.-Knowledge of control systems and their relevance to powertrain applications.
Professional Attributes-Strong attention to detail and commitment to high‑quality work, including documentation and adherence to engineering standards.-Mature, responsible, and capable of working autonomously.-Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; strong team player.
Education-Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field is required.