CAE ENGINEER RESUME EXAMPLE

The Computer-Aided Engineering analyzes structural and thermal design concepts to ensure validation against FCM and customer specifications, providing autonomous recommendations based on FEA and thermal simulation results. The role involves preparing technical reports, presenting findings to global stakeholders, and maintaining high-quality standards through rigorous reviews and tracking of simulation metrics. Additionally, the engineer supports the continuous improvement of calculation methodologies and the development of innovative calculation techniques, contributing to professional networks and internal team training within the FCM framework.

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1. CAE Engineer, BAE Systems, Nashua, NH

Job Summary:

  • Refine methods by evaluating measurements and test results
  • Conduct shape/parameter optimizations to obtain ideal product geometries
  • Execute sheet metal forming simulation for disc and rim processes (steel)
  • Post-process all simulation variants, interpret the results and complete projects by generating a comprehensive FEA (finite element analysis) report
  • Introduce new optimization and calculation tools
  • Improve internal and external reporting format and content
  • Alignment with global FEA center for way of working as well as reporting
  • Cooperation with the stakeholders internally / externally
  • Benchmarking of layouts with products in series from Maxion Wheels as well as competition
  • Programming for optimization in Hyperworks and Excel


Skills on Resume: 

  • FEA Simulation and Analysis (Hard Skills)
  • Optimization Techniques (Hard Skills)
  • Reporting and Documentation (Hard Skills)
  • Tool Implementation (Hard Skills)
  • Stakeholder Collaboration (Soft Skills)
  • Benchmarking (Hard Skills)
  • Software Proficiency (Hard Skills)
  • Standardization and Alignment (Soft Skills)

2. Computer-Aided Engineer, Dassault Systemes, Waltham, MA

Job Summary:

  • Define and document the critical inputs for simulation.
  • Identify the success factors of the product design being evaluated.
  • Interface with quality and product designers to offer advice/guidance on technical matters relating to the performance of product.
  • Correlate model outputs with physical data, adjusting models as appropriate.
  • Create customized reports, prepare presentation materials, conduct analysis meetings, and inputs into analysis applications.
  • Communicate as requested with product designers and customers to explain model results and the rationale behind proposed product improvements.
  • Plan an active role in NPI, Sustaining and Advanced Development projects.
  • Guide and mentor CAE crash simulation engineers from model build to reporting on full vehicle programs
  • Perform structural crashworthiness and occupant safety analysis using LS-DYNA and MADYMO
  • Use FE analysis to guide physical tests plan


Skills on Resume: 

  • Technical Documentation (Hard Skills)
  • Analytical Skills (Hard Skills)
  • Interpersonal Communication (Soft Skills)
  • Data Analysis and Model Correlation (Hard Skills)
  • Reporting and Presentation (Hard Skills)
  • Project Management (Soft Skills)
  • Mentorship and Leadership (Soft Skills)
  • Specialized Software Proficiency (Hard Skills)

3. CAE Engineer, Johnson & Johnson, New Brunswick, NJ

Job Summary:

  • Prepare statements of work for outsourced activities in the UK and abroad
  • Report the status of all CAE activities at the project meetings
  • Support failure analysis from track, road tests and actual service with appropriate inputs to root cause analysis and design resolutions
  • Implement lessons learned into verification standards and processes
  • Review and support durability issue management system and support trade-off discussions with other attribute owners
  • Develop test matrix and correlate test results with simulation results
  • Work closely with the crash test engineer and support the following activities
  • Develop test plan/set-up, attend, and conduct test
  • Test data analysis, teardowns/inspection, and reporting
  • Design and lead new technology and future requirement projects
  • Supported by HATCI or HQ staff


Skills on Resume: 

  • Project Management (Soft Skills)
  • Reporting and Communication (Soft Skills)
  • Analytical Thinking (Hard Skills)
  • Process Improvement (Hard Skills)
  • System Review and Support (Hard Skills)
  • Technical Testing and Simulation (Hard Skills)
  • Collaborative Engineering Support (Soft Skills)
  • Leadership in Technology Development (Soft Skills)

4. CAE Engineer, Baxter International, Deerfield, IL

Job Summary:

  • Analysis of design concepts for Structural and Thermal specification as per FCM /customer specification or measurement data for design validation
  • Autonomous recommendations based on FEA and thermal results to program team
  • Rsponse analysis, fatigue life predictions and/ or thermal management simulations e.g. heat transfer & thermal fatigue simulations etc. 
  • Provide design solutions and recommendations
  • Technical report preparation and presentation to global stakeholders
  • Support and/or active participation in internal & external professional networks in FCM (incl. documentation)
  • Identify and share the lessons learned and best practices
  • Support internal CAE team-level trainings
  • Maintain, and track quality & on-time delivery metrics for all work requests
  • Quality review of the simulations executed by FE Analysts, GETs and PGETs
  • Support standardization, harmonization and documentation of calculation methodologies, including working procedures
  • Supporting COE/COA for development and/or introduction of new calculation methods and workflows in the field of FEA / Thermal analysis of product development according to PMS / IPMS
  • Implement/Coordinate of basic research projects for the expansion of the company's know-how in the field of FEA and product innovation according to PMS / IPMS
  • Participate in the optimization of IT hardware structures and simulation processes / IT environment as well as implementation


Skills on Resume: 

  • Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Thermal Simulation (Hard Skills)
  • Design Validation and Solution Recommendation (Hard Skills)
  • Technical Reporting and Presentation (Soft Skills)
  • Professional Network Engagement (Soft Skills)
  • Best Practices and Lessons Learned (Soft Skills)
  • Training and Development (Soft Skills)
  • Quality and Delivery Metrics (Hard Skills)
  • Standardization and Methodology Development (Hard Skills)

5. Computer-Aided Engineer, Medtronic, Minneapolis, MN

Job Summary:

  • Complete the required analysis on chassis components allocated for all program milestones
  • Escalate any issues discovered through the analysis
  • Assist D&R with part design progression
  • Participate in escalation forums 
  • Present and file results in report format
  • Build and launch the best service for the customer.
  • Build finite element models of various structural scenarios, considering accuracy, model quality and re-usability
  • Develop vehicle and component structural models for predicting component failure, impact, vibration, fatigue performance, and other cases
  • Pro-actively suggest customer improvements to improve vehicle structural performance and structural component performance
  • Understand and explain to others the limits of analysis and the level of confidence of various results, based on correlation and other factors
  • Produce & simulation reports, presentations and engineering project reports
  • Post process and present results at regular review meetings, and generate reports on work


Skills on Resume: 

  • Analytical Skills (Hard Skills)
  • Technical Expertise (Hard Skills)
  • Problem-Solving and Escalation (Soft Skills)
  • Communication and Presentation Skills (Soft Skills)
  • Project Management (Soft Skills)
  • Customer-focused Service Design (Soft Skills)
  • Innovative Thinking (Soft Skills)
  • Technical Proficiency (Hard Skills)