Simulation Technical Expert

We are seeking a highly skilled Simulation Technical Expert to join our team at Ford. As a Simulation Technical Expert, you will be responsible for using and operating in MATLAB, Dassault, and Siemens signature flagship platforms to manage model configurations and maintain synchronized, traceable connectivity between CAD, PLM, and CAE/CFD tools.

You will also serve as the core simulation expert supporting the Mechatronic Systems team, acting as the go-to technical SME to develop and facilitate simulation needs and ensure mechatronic feature decisions are grounded in rigorous, well-validated simulation data.

Responsibilities:

• Act as the subject matter expert for adopting generative AI and multidisciplinary design optimization (MDAO) in simulation workflows.
• Support System of Interest projects with subsystem- and vehicle-level analysis using Dassault 3DEXPERIENCE, Siemens platforms, Altair HyperWorks, Inspire/SimSolid, LS-DYNA, ADAMS, and MATLAB.
• Develop proprietary algorithms and translation methods that convert data between disparate data sets and solvers.
• Support the development and writing of advanced scripts, macros, and automation pipelines.
• Use MATLAB and the Dassault and Siemens flagship platforms to manage model configurations and maintain synchronized, traceable connectivity between CAD, PLM, and CAE/CFD tools.
• Optimize vehicle systems across cost, weight, and performance using tools such as ModeFRONTIER, 3DX Abaqus/Tosca, and Altair OptiStruct.
• Serve as the core simulation SME for the Mechatronic Systems team and develop and facilitate their simulation needs.
• Confirm that system requirements are applicable and challenge requirements that lack clear legacy reasoning.
• Create virtual models on integrated platforms such as 3DX to bridge 3D CAD and CAE.
• Identify and develop novel simulation methods, algorithms, and tools with patent potential.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Automotive Engineering, or related field.
• 15+ years of experience in CAE, FEA/FEM, and simulation-driven design/testing within the automotive or similar industry.
• Proven expertise in tools such as Dassault 3DX, Siemens platforms, Altair Hyperworks/Optistruct, LS-Dyna, ANSYS, MATLAB, ModeFRONTIER.
• Demonstrated experience developing custom scripts, macros, or proprietary simulation methods.
• Strong communication skills to bridge technical and cross-functional teams.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience applying AI/machine learning techniques to CAE/CFD workflows, simulation data processing, or predictive analytics for design optimization.
• Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or other scripting languages beyond basic tool operation.
• Hands-on experience with ESTECO, Siemens & Dassault toolkits or similar optimization frameworks.
• Prior exposure to simulation of mechatronic, electrified, or software-defined vehicle features.