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CFMOTO Powersports Inc lists this Chief Engineer, Analysis opportunity in brooklyn park, Minnesota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview
The Chief Engineer – Analysis is responsible for coaching an international team in the use of computer-based design analysis tools. Together, the CAE team will guide new product designs to deliver powersport products quicker, at less cost, and of a higher quality. CAE analysis tools such as ANSYS FEA/multi-physics modeling techniques/CFD/MBD/Damage Modeling/Life Predictions will be within the scope of this work. This Chief Engineer will support company growth through infrastructure improvements, methodology development, analysis procedures, and correlation efforts to accelerate improvements.
Key Responsibilities
Develops detailed FEA models to evaluate vehicle durability, focusing on fatigue life, vibration endurance, and load-bearing capacity for complete vehicle systems under diverse operating conditions
Performs road load data analysis to determine component and system damage levels, using this data to inform structural design enhancements and optimize vehicle durability
Correlates load data with CAE fatigue predictions, utilizing tools like Ncode and Abaqus to establish accurate cyclic load predictions and simulate real-world operating conditions
Configures and validates durability models to accurately predict cyclic loads and correlate these with damage levels experienced in actual road scenarios, ensuring the highest level of predictive accuracy
Collaborates with design, materials, and testing teams to identify and implement material and structural improvements that enhance component durability, extending vehicle lifespan and reducing maintenance requirements
Optimizes complete vehicle durability by assessing structural load paths, material fatigue thresholds, and road load transfer mechanisms for components such as chassis, suspension, body structures, and powertrain mounts
Validates simulation models against physical testing data, refining models based on real-world load conditions, including road, terrain, and environmental impacts to accurately replicate in-service conditions
Develops and implements durability test plans for specific vehicle components and systems, including frame, suspension, body structures, powertrain, driveline, CVT and other key load-bearing components
Develops and implements procedures that capture best practice approaches to an analysis-led design mindset. This includes the analysis itself, the communication of results, the correlation of physical and analytical tests, and report writing
Qualifications
Master of Science degree in Engineering, PhD preferred
Clear written and verbal communication skills
15+ years CAE experience on powersports products
Self-directed/self-motivated
Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously
10+ years of experience leading international engineering teams
Ability to make data driven decisions and demonstrate strong analytical skills
Passion for problem solving with the ability to identify root cause issues by following first principles approach
Able to travel internationally up to 6x/year
Software / Hardware Experience
SMT MASTA, ROMAX, MATLAB preferred
Hypermesh
Abaqus
FEMFAT
AVL Excite
Base pay range
$150,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr
Additional benefits include: medical, dental & vision insurance, 401K Match, Vacation & Sick Time, Life Insurance and Employee Purchase Discounts and opportunities.
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