Performance/Simulation/Application Engineer

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When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Job Description

Role Definition

Solve challenging engineering problems involving products, systems, and components using advanced simulation techniques and analysis.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with customers and leadership to scope and execute projects that meet the needs of the business.
Experience as an individual contributor in performing complex validation projects/programs, technical coaching/mentoring other team members

Degree Requirement
Degree required

Post Graduate degree from a reputed institution, in an accredited Engineering curriculum (Mechanical/Design/Automobile/Aerospace) and 4 to 8 years of industry experience.

Skill Descriptors

Technical Excellence: Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.
Level Basic Understanding: 

• Structural durability of Machine Systems/Sub-Systems (Test Correlation, Vibration, Fatigue, Stress)
• Expert in OMSA test correlation/ validations using full vehicle application load profiles, Shaker-table correlations
• Sound understanding of principles of vibrations, strength of materials, Bolt/Weld Fatigue 
• Experience in using statistical methods for uncertainty quantifications and the sensitivity of the simulation results due to variations in the input parameters/process
• Experience in structural health monitoring using big data and remaining useful life predictions using robust simulation/mathematical models

Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
Level Working Knowledge: 

• Demonstrated excellent judgement and decision-making ability
• Demonstrated ability to independently solve problems
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to perform complex task

Computer-Aided Design & Engineering: Knowledge of tools and techniques of specialized graphics programs; ability to produce, analyze, simulate and test product design drafts.
Level Working Knowledge: 

• Expertise in using FEA tools like Nastran/Abaqus/FE-Safe etc for solving complex non-linear FEA, Multiphysics simulations related to structural fatigue.

Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
Level Working Knowledge: 

• Must have ability to communicate technical information effectively with team members and others in the work group
• Excellent Teamwork and collaboration skills

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