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    Mechanical Engineer III - Foster City, United States - Blackhornvc

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    Blackhornvc Foster City, United States

    1 week ago

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    Job Summary:
    Motiv is looking for a smart, enthusiastic Mechanical Engineer to join us in transforming an industry.

    In this position, your primary responsibility will be to analyze and optimize the performance of chassis and interconnecting structural brackets as part of developing Motiv's very first chassis.

    You will collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to improve our existing designs while developing our nextgen technology.


    A successful candidate understands the challenges associated with developing cost-effective solutions that are developed with quality and a focus on durability.

    We are looking for a self-motivated, creative thinker that is looking to make a significant impact in the electric truck market, helping to define the direction of design and style for this industry.

    This position reports to the Mechanical Engineering Manager and is located in Foster City, CA.


    Supervisory Responsibilities:
    None.


    Duties/Responsibilities:
    Develop highly predictive finite element models in collaboration with a team of design Engineers to satisfy program and industry requirements

    Provide CAE support via FE models that have been built to the finest details and achieve optimal performance

    Perform structural (static and modal) analysis to evaluate mechanical systems, components and assemblies for our trucks and recommend design solutions that balance the needs of engineering, manufacturing, suppliers and program management

    Use existing analytical tools in addition to identifying potential new tools that will enable fast and accurate solutions/methodologies with a focus on performance and cost

    Develop and apply advanced analysis techniques to drive innovation into Motiv products

    Supporting design progression and evolution within the ME Team based on your analysis

    Analyze simulation result data and compare to benchmark data to ensure mechanical integrity, durability, reliability and other key parameters are met

    Generate design and analysis reports documenting modeling assumptions, boundary conditions, results, conclusions and recommendations

    Develop and support subsystem level and full vehicle correlations inline with standard protocols and best practices

    Conduct optimization studies by utilizing optimization tools, including DOE/DFSS techniques on components, assemblies, chassis to meet performance requirements with the constraints of mass and cost

    Develop highly predictive models of materials and processes to enable good correlations with physical tests

    Provide input in the creation of component specification, component DFMEA, and other technical design documents where analysis plays a pivotal role

    Participate in developing next generation ideas and state of art technology in the heavy-duty electric vehicle industry

    Participate in design reviews with the engineering team and cross functionally

    Develop your skills and help improve Motiv's engineering expertise

    Strong advocacy for rigorous engineering discipline throughout the organization

    Mentor junior engineers


    Required Skills/Abilities:
    Deep knowledge of Finite Element Analysis, Applied Solid Mechanics, Material Science and Computational Numerical Methods within a product development environment in a transportation industry

    Excellent knowledge of optimization tools and techniques to predict system performance, stress/strain values, vibration characteristics and other behaviors

    Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards for automotive safety and performance

    Demonstrated ability to work independently on pioneering and challenging problems with good logic and analysis, root-causing and resolving correlation issues

    High proficiency with CATIA and Ansys

    Understanding of ANSI Y14.5 drawing standards and their application through GD&T

    Strong knowledge of automotive product development systems and design disciplines

    Strong understanding of FMA, FMEA, DVP, Process Control Plan, DFM, DFA, root cause analysis techniques

    Excellent communication skills and the ability to excel in a team environment

    Ability to interpret complex simulation data sets and clearly communicate key takeaways

    High level of accuracy; ability to work with tight schedules and managing competing demands


    Education and Experience:
    BS in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) and 8+ years of relevant experience leveraging CAE simulations for mechanical system design and analysis within the automotive industry; Master's degree preferred

    Excellent applied experience in CATIA, ABAQUES and ANSYS

    Strong experience in the structural analysis (static and modal) of sheet metal brackets, assemblies and vehicle chassis under various loads/dynamics

    Strong experience in applying CAE techniques to automotive systems such as chassis and body structures

    Experience with optimization algorithms and techniques for design space exploration and parameter optimization

    Experience designing for rugged or automotive environments

    Experience working with or leading contractors, vendors, and remote team members


    Salary Range:
    $130, , Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and training.)

    This is a regular full-time position based in Foster City, CA.
    Candidates only please; no recruiters.

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