CAE ENGINEER SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS

Updated: Oct 13, 2024 - The (CAE) Computer Aided Engineering Engineer with extensive expertise in thermal analysis, 3D thermal/CFD simulation techniques, and product development support using advanced CAE software tools such as StarCCM+. This position is proficient in CAD geometry cleanup, simulation model building and meshing, and post-processing, with a strong foundation in scripting languages and crash testing methodologies. This role exhibits excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills, capable of fostering robust relationships across team boundaries, and adept in Microsoft Office and Dynamics.

Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout CAE Engineer Resume
  • Finite Element Analysis
  • Computational Fluid Dynamics
  • Solid Modeling
  • Stress Analysis
  • Multibody Dynamics
  • Software Proficiency
  • Thermal Analysis
  • Optimization Techniques
  • Material Science
  • Programming Skills
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Problem-Solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Creativity
  • Time Management
  • Adaptability
  • Project Management
  • Critical Thinking

Summary of CAE Engineer Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume

1. BA in Mechanical Engineering with 6 years of Experience

  • Automotive or general industrial CAE experience with an in-depth knowledge of plastic applications associated with structural systems, including injection molding processing and plastic mechanical behavior.
  • Experience using 3D CAD design tools such as SolidWorks, CATIA, and/or Unigraphics.
  • Experience with structural FEA tools including Abaqus and Hyperworks.
  • Experience with engineering injection molding simulation tools for thermoplastics such as Autodesk Moldflow.
  • Effective in delivering complex technical presentations to large groups of industry professionals or non-technical executives.
  • Knowledge in plastic product design and tooling design.
  • Computational fluid dynamics knowledge is preferred.
  • Computer skills including Microsoft Office, engineering simulation software packages, windows, and others
  • Communication and customer relations skills are required to effectively build and grow customer relationships.
  • Sound knowledge of engineering mechanics
  • Demonstrated ability to lead projects, work in teams, and deliver results
  • Ability to problem solve, make decisions within guidelines, work independently, set and handle multiple priorities
  • Collaborate and build strong relationships with diverse teams

2. BS in Aerospace Engineering with 3 years of Experience

  • Self-motivated, team player, strong communication skill, attention to detail, and analytical skills are required.
  • Experience in matlab scripts and knowledge in vehicle dynamics.
  • Hands on experience in Catia is preferred.
  • Knowledge in vehicle CAN protocol and communication is desired.
  • Problem solving, and decision making
  • Teamwork, leadership, creativity and innovation
  • Time Management, and Communication Skills
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
  • Experience with FE pre and post processing software, ideally ANSA and META
  • Experience with FEM solvers, ideally LS-DYNA, ABAQUS, OPTISTRUCT
  • Working knowledge of safety/crash regulations and testing specifications

3. BS in Civil Engineering with 4 years of Experience

  • Experience using MSC ADAMS
  • Experience using MATLAB/Simulink
  • Experience using AVL Excite and SimDrive
  • Experience working with dynamic model integration
  • Experience in crankshaft damper tuning and optimization
  • Experience in problem-solving, troubleshooting, and quick thinking
  • Knowledge of driveline system functionality
  • Knowledge of gear train dynamics preferred
  • Ability to interact with CAD systems, like NX for input to simulation models
  • Preferred computer programming skills, such as C/C++ Visual Basic, Java, Python, Matlab
  • Proficient in MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Technical writing and presentation skills.
  • Self-motivated, demonstrates initiative, and able to work independently.

4. BS in Electrical Engineering with 3 years of Experience

  • Experience in an Automotive of similar occupant crash simulation industry is strongly preferred.
  • Experience with Dynamic and highly non-linear simulations
  • Both explicit and implicit simulations
  • Simulating and validating non-linear materials.
  • Demonstrated success in actively driving structural designs with analysis that highlights performance, cost, and reliability trade-offs.
  • Possess exceptional command of both the theoretical and practical aspects of structural analysis.
  • Ability to effectively manager several time sensitive projects and deliver reliable results that meet demanding and aggressive schedules.
  • Outstanding listening and communication skills
  • Adept at communicating complex FEA concepts, terminology, and information both verbal and written to a non-FEA audience.
  • Possess drive and passion for virtual simulation and product design.
  • Perseveres despite opposition, difficulty, or limitations
  • Resourceful and able to effectively identify and solve complex and challenging problems.
  • Highly collaborative with exceptional team-building approach
  • Able to work well within diverse groups and cross-functional teams to achieve common goals.

5. BS in Computer Science with 4 years of Experience

  • Experience in thermal analysis and 3D thermal / CFD simulation techniques.
  • Experience in thermal analysis supporting product development.
  • Computed Aided Engineering (CAE) software tools for heat transfer analysis, such as StarCCM+ and CAE model building software tools such as Ansa and Hypermesh. 
  • Working experience in CAD geometry cleanup for CAE, simulation model building and meshing, CAE model setup, model running and post-processing. Knowledge of scripting languages preferred.
  • Strong analytical and good inter-personal skills. Good organizational and problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Great teammate, the ability to build relationships and trust within and across team boundaries
  • Adept user of Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics
  • Knowledge of Communication, negotiation, interpersonal relationships, Motivation
  • Knowledge of Crash testing methods and Crash measuring instruments
  • Knowledge of new emerging trends in occupant simulation and vehicle designs

6. BS in Materials Science with 5 years of Experience

  • Understanding of finite element analysis. 
  • Experience with solvers such as ABAQUS, NASTRAN and OPTISTRUCT. 
  • Pre- and post-processing tools like ANSA, META, HYPERMESH and HYPERVIEW & fatigue tools such as nCode DesignLife
  • Proficient in geometry preparation and meshing, using such tools as ANSA & Hypermesh
  • Extensive and demonstrable experience in the field of durability CAE at an established OEM
  • Experience in vehicle-level durability testing and data processing would be advantageous
  • A knowledge of and enthusiasm for (or belief in) the sector of the industry in which NIO operates
  • Excellent written and spoken communication skills
  • Demonstrates high level of personal motivation to join a start-up organization and sees development opportunity in doing so, takes a proactive approach to self-development
  • Demonstrates alignment to NIO values such as Honesty, Care, Vision, Action.
  • Ability to maintain the highest standards of confidentiality in all aspects of work
  • Ability to travel to China to support program work

7. BS in Physics with 3 years of Experience

  • Knowledge of CAE Software like Hypermesh, Primer, LS-Dyna, Madymo Hyperstudy.
  • Knowledge of Finite Element Method.
  • Knowledge of buiding full vehicle FE-model and submodel for occupant analysis.
  • Knowledge of restraint design modelling.
  • Knowledge of Material Properties, Stiffnesses
  • Knowledge of Occupant analysis Trends .
  • Knowledge of Automotive Systems.
  • Knowledge of Crash Regulations and NCAP.
  • Knowledge of Crash CAE to Test Correlation.
  • Knowledge of vehicle systems.
  • Knowledge of Occupant Behaviour.
  • Knowledge of occupant-related failure Mechanism
  • Knowledge of competitor vehicle restraint design .
  • Knowledge of Vehicle Manufacturing techniques.
  • Knowledge of Technical Documentation

8. BA in Applied Mathematics with 3 years of Experience

  • Experience with PLM systems and CAD management packages (Siemens Team Centre preferred)
  • Experience with CFD Meshing (Beta CAE ANSA preferred)
  • Experience with 3D CAD Surfacing (CATIA V5 preferred)
  • Be familiar with OEM product development systems
  • A creative approach to problem-solving with the ability to resolve issues and innovate where required.
  • Good initiative, with the ability to manage own time and priorities.
  • Strong communication skills (written, verbal and aural)
  • Good collaboration skills, and the ability to work effectively across teams within the organisation.
  • Proficient with all Microsoft Office tools.
  • Familiarity with UG-NX CAD & CAE tools as well as MATLAB
  • Familiarity with Windows and/or UNIX Based systems

9. BS in Computer Information Systems with 9 years of Experience

  • Experience with CAE and CAD
  • Understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of mechanical/electrical mechanisms
  • Exhibit appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with business partners to meet mutual goals
  • Specific knowledge of engineering subject area (e.g. mechanics, physics, metallurgy, manufacturing methods, electronics, software, control systems) within the job-related area
  • Proficiency with MS Office applications
  • High level of oral and written communication skills
  • Experience with CAE modeling tools such asHyperWorks &/or ANSA
  • Familiarity with CAE analysis codes such as NASTRAN, OptiStruct, Abaqus, Adams
  • Experience with component and sub-system test development and execution including real-time and block cycle testing
  • Familiarity with Weibull analysis and other statistical evaluation methods
  • Experienced with structural fatigue theory, tools, and methods such as DesignLife/nCode 
  • Familiarity with structural optimization tools and methods such as OptiStruct & iSight 

10. BS in Electrical Engineering with 5 years of Experience

  • First-hand experience in developing vehicle structures from concept to launch
  • Strong understanding of physical hardware and its CAE representation
  • Proven expertise in structural and vibroacoustic analysis methods such as Modal Alignment / NTF / ACF / TPA and FEA tools such as NASTRAN / Optistruct / HyperMesh / NVH Director / HyperView / ANSA / META or equivalents
  • Experience in Test-Simulation correlation in the component/sub-system/vehicle level NVH models
  • Understanding of various BiW manufacturing processes and NVH design best practices
  • Experience but not limited to steel and aluminum structure
  • Design and development of component and sub-system tests
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver analysis results in a tight schedule within a collaborative team environment
  • Creative mindset with the ability to create practical work-around solutions when necessary
  • Open-minded with a desire and aptitude to work in a team environment with individuals having diverse backgrounds and experience
  • Innovations shall be part of day-to-day working and desire to convert it into patents, technical paper
  • Strong work ethic and a commitment to excellence and data-driven decision-making
  • Self-driven with a concentration on execution.