We are currently recruiting an experienced Durability Loads Analysis Engineer to join our team supporting our client in the automotive industry.
NOTE:
- Will be required to drive a company car. Valid driver’s license is required as well as a clean driving record
- Must be willing and able to travel to the USA, without restrictions, effective on the start date
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provides all durability load data to perform Finite Element Durability Analysis (chassis, body, powertrain), design components and develop durability bench test parameters
- Performs the calculation of vehicle suspension component loads, frame/body attachment loads and engine mounts loads using ADAMS, along with using Motion View and nCode tools
- Performing Loads Analysis (which is the calculation of vehicle suspension component loads, frame/body attachment loads and engine mounts loads) using ADAMS
- Use MotionView and nCode tools
- Building/modifying ADAMS (multi-body dynamics) models, which include full vehicle and suspension
- Review engineering data (geometry, bushing rates, etc.)
- Review road load data (time history data)
- Run durability models, which include full vehicle, 1/2 suspension and powertrain
- Output component loads, attachment loads, powertrain mount loads, etc. Post-processing data (statistics-max/min values, equivalent damage, loads comparisons, histograms)
- Technical report writing. Upload load data into project database
REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree from an accredited University or equivalent
- Master of Science in Engineering preferred
- Prefer candidates with at least 3 years of experience. Candidates with less experience may be considered
- Must have experience with ADAMS
- Must have experience with Analytical Dynamics (which includes Rigid Body Dynamics and Vibration)
- Strongly prefer candidates with a background in the auto industry or those who possess a good knowledge of the automotive industry
- Experience in reviewing Road Load Data to ensure data fidelity
- Ability to review and interpret data to address durability concerns
- Experience with Motion-View, UNIX/Linux workstations, chassis/suspension design and functionality
- Experience using nCode/GlyphWorks/Ice-flow data analysis software.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Involvement in formula SAE challenge
- Good understanding of vehicle architecture, suspension types and powertrain subsystems
- Demonstrated ability to review and interpret real world and simulation data to ensure model fidelity
- Ability to communicate the results and understanding to an engineering audience
- Must have a VALID clear driver's license
- Must have the ability to travel to the US for meetings and training without restrictions
- Hybrid position- a min of 3 days on site.
OTHER PERKS & BENEFITS:
- Paid Benefits after 90 days (individual and family) – extended medical, out-of-country coverage, dental etc.
- Pension eligibility, with employer match, after 1 full year of work (open enrollment every October)
MEDA offers an excellent referral bonus. Great candidates know great candidates
MEDA Limited is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of any of the protected reasons as described in the Ontario Human Rights Code. We are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities, as described in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Accommodation requests will be reviewed and granted to those that request assistance during our hiring process.
