REQ ID: 119457
JOB TITLE: CAE Project Engineer
SALARY: £50,000 - £58,000

POSTING START DATE: 15/04/2024
POSTING END DATE: 29/04/2024
LOCATION: Gaydon
 
We’re re-examining our vehicles and what a vehicle means in the emerging world of automation, connectedness, electrification and the shared economy. New ideas, new technology, and new approaches to mobility are our business. Join a team of next generation thinkers.

WHAT TO EXPECT 

Within Body-Chassis, the Subframe Engineering team is responsible for design, validation and release of Subframes for JLR products from initial concept to product launch.

As a CAE Project Engineer you will work within a design and development team, leading the design simulation and analysis to deliver efficient components that meet performance targets and deliver robust Engineering sign off. 

The role requires a high level of product design engineering knowledge, analytical and communication skills.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Subframe model creation and standard analysis
• Working across steel and aluminium subframes
• Results collation, processing and reporting
• Correlation to physical component test data
• Incorporation of material characterisation data
• Investigation of alternative modelling methodologies
• Identification of controlling parameters and model sensitivities
• Enhance generic loads to capture semi-analytical RLD identified issues
• Documentation and updating of processes

WHAT YOU NEED

• Abaqus, Hyperworks and n-code experience
• Meshing of complex structures for FEA in both shell and solid tetra
• Weld connection generation with Shell and Solid elements
• Durability analysis in Abaqus solver
• Knowledge of structural component design (ideally of fabricated, cast, pressed metal components and assemblies).
• Experience of component design to deliver performance attributes (durability, stiffness, NVH, weight, cost)
• Effective communication and team working skills.

SO WHY US?

Bring all this to the home of premium innovation, and you’ll find the opportunities to further your career with a world-class team, a discounted car purchase and lease scheme for you and your family, membership of a competitive pension plan and performance related bonus scheme. All this and more makes JLR the perfect place to continue your journey.

This role may offer the opportunity for hybrid working where you can split your time between working from home and in the office. At JLR, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees with more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work, if suitable for their role. Further details can be discussed with the Hiring Manager at interview stage. 

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.