Battery Structural Engineer (CATIA, CAD) _ 5+yrs exp _ Onsite @ Tustin, CA

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsDirect message the job poster from Blue Chip TalentHiring - Palo Alto || Tustin, CA area|| Engine Development - Embedded/Validation/EMC Engineers _ Automotive || What You'll DoPerform durability analysis of vehicle structures using finite element tools such as Optistruct, Abaqus, and Hyperview/META.Use LS-Dyna to analyze CAD data and perform crash analyses for battery systems and components.Collaborate with design engineers and suppliers to collect accurate material properties and connection details.Post-process and interpret CAE results, communicate findings to design teams, and recommend feasible design improvements for optimization.Use simulation results to define component or material performance requirements and establish design boundaries.Develop and guide physical test plans to validate analysis results.Lead the development of robust processes and strategies for analysis, optimization, and delivery of high-quality battery systems.What You'll NeedA minimum of a BS degree with 7+ years, MS with 5+ years, or PhD with 3+ years of experience in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.Hands-on experience with Optistruct, Abaqus, Hyperview/META, and LS-Dyna applied to automotive structural analysis.Strong background in solid mechanics, materials science, and structural analysis principles.Proficiency in CATIA and experience building FEA models from CAD data.Demonstrated experience designing and developing component and subsystem tests.Proven ability to prepare and deliver formal reports summarizing analysis results and recommendations.Solid understanding of material properties relevant to automotive structures.Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.Deep understanding of first-principles physics related to automotive body structures and energy management.Familiarity with automotive design, development processes, and system-level requirements.Seniority level Seniority level AssociateEmployment type Employment type ContractJob function Job function DesignIndustries Motor Vehicle ManufacturingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Blue Chip Talent by 2xInferred from the description for this job Medical insuranceVision insurance401(k)Get notified about new Structural Engineer jobs in Tustin, CA .Long Beach, CA $80,000.00-$200,000.00 1 week agoIrvine, CA $110,000.00-$130,000.00 5 days agoLong Beach, CA $97,000.00-$124,300.00 5 days agoOrange, CA $80,000.00-$100,000.00 1 week agoLong Beach, CA $108,000.00-$138,000.00 5 days agoIrvine, CA $85,600.00-$107,000.00 2 weeks agoHuntington Beach, CA $80,000.00-$140,000.00 5 months agoSan Clemente, CA $90,000.00-$105,000.00 2 weeks agoMechanical Design Engineer II - Seat Complete Irvine, CA $85,600.00-$107,000.00 6 days agoIrvine, CA $125,000.00-$169,800.00 1 day agoSanta Fe Springs, CA $85,000.00-$109,000.00 2 weeks agoIrvine, CA $80,000.00-$95,000.00 2 weeks agoLong Beach, CA $97,000.00-$124,300.00 3 days agoManufacturing Engineer - New Product Introduction (NPI) We're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.#J-18808-Ljbffr