Drop Test Simulation Lead-Abaqus Explicit - Consumer Electronics

<strong>Job Requirements </strong><br><p>At Quest Global, it’s not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place—to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster.</p><p> </p><p>We are known for our extraordinary people who make the impossible possible every day. Questians are driven by hunger, humility, and aspiration. We believe that our company culture is the key to our ability to make a true difference in every industry we reach. Our teams regularly invest time and dedicated effort into internal culture work, ensuring that all voices are heard.</p><p> </p><p>We wholeheartedly believe in the diversity of thought that comes with fostering a culture rooted in respect, where everyone belongs, is valued, and feels inspired to share their ideas. We know embracing our unique differences makes us better, and that solving the worlds hardest engineering problems requires diverse ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds. We shine the brightest when we tap into the many dimensions that thrive across over 21,000 difference-makers in our workplace.</p><br><br><strong>Work Experience </strong><br><p><strong>Required Skills & Qualifications</strong></p><p><strong>Role Summary</strong></p><p><strong>We are looking for a Drop Test Simulation Engineer</strong> with strong expertise in <strong>Abaqus/Explicit</strong> to support <strong>virtual drop, impact, and shock durability assessments</strong> of <strong>consumer electronic products</strong> such as smartphones, tablets, wearables, accessories, and compact electronic assemblies.</p><p>The role involves building <strong>high‑fidelity explicit FE models</strong>, correlating simulations with <strong>physical drop tests</strong>, and providing <strong>design recommendations</strong> to ensure product robustness and compliance with industry standards.</p><p style="text-align:center;"> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Simulation & Analysis</strong></p><ul><li>Perform <strong>explicit dynamic simulations</strong> using <strong>Abaqus/Explicit</strong> for:</li><li>Free‑fall drops</li><li>Edge, corner, and face impacts</li><li>Shock / impact response</li><li>Package vs bare‑device drop scenarios</li><li>Develop detailed <strong>FE models</strong> including:</li><li>Enclosures (plastic, metal, composite)</li><li>PCB assemblies</li><li>Displays, glass, and brittle components</li><li>Fasteners, adhesives, gaskets, and connectors</li><li>Define and validate:</li><li>Nonlinear material models (plasticity, damage, failure)</li><li>Contact interactions, friction, and damping</li><li>Initial conditions and boundary conditions</li><li>Evaluate:</li><li>Stress, strain, acceleration, contact forces</li><li>Failure risk for glass cracking, solder joint damage, housing failure</li></ul><p><strong>Correlation & Validation</strong></p><ul><li>Correlate <strong>simulation results with physical drop test data</strong></li><li><strong>Support DOE studies</strong> to assess sensitivity to:</li><li>Drop height</li><li>Orientation</li><li>Material and thickness variations</li><li>Recommend <strong>design improvements</strong> to enhance drop survivability</li></ul><p><strong>Design Support & Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Work closely with <strong>industrial design, mechanical design, and test teams</strong></li><li><strong>Provide clear engineering insights</strong> to support:</li><li>Design trade‑offs</li><li>Weight and thickness reduction</li><li>Material selection</li><li>Prepare <strong>simulation reports</strong> with:</li><li>Assumptions and methodologies</li><li>Correlation plots</li><li>Risk assessment and recommendations</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Technical Skills</strong></p><ul><li>Strong hands‑on experience with <strong>Abaqus/Explicit</strong></li><li>Solid understanding of:</li><li><strong>Explicit dynamics theory</strong></li><li>Contact mechanics</li><li>Nonlinear large‑deformation behavior</li><li>Experience modeling:</li><li>Plastics, metals, elastomers</li><li>Brittle materials (glass, ceramic)</li><li>Adhesives and foam components</li><li>Meshing expertise for:</li><li>Impact and drop events</li><li>Balance between accuracy and solve time</li><li>Knowledge of <strong>consumer electronics drop standards</strong>, such as:</li><li>IEC / JEDEC / internal OEM drop specifications</li></ul><p><strong>CAD & Pre/Post Tools</strong></p><ul><li>Working knowledge of CAD tools such as <strong>Creo / NX / SolidWorks</strong></li><li>Experience with:</li><li>Abaqus/Hypermesh CAE pre‑processing</li><li>Post‑processing and automation (Python scripting – preferred)</li></ul><p style="text-align:center;"> </p><p><strong>Domain Experience (Preferred)</strong></p><ul><li>Smartphones, tablets, wearables, earphones</li><li>Compact electronic housings and assemblies</li><li>Fragility assessment of <strong>glass and display stacks</strong></li><li>PCB and component shock response</li></ul><p style="text-align:center;"> </p><p><strong>Education</strong></p><ul><li><strong> Master’s degree</strong> in:</li><li>Mechanical Engineering</li><li>Automotive Engineering</li><li>Mechatronics</li></ul><p style="text-align:center;"> </p><p><strong>Nice to Have</strong></p><ul><li>Experience 6 to 12 years </li><li><strong>LS‑DYNA (added advantage)</strong></li><li>Material characterization for impact loads</li><li>Exposure to:</li><li>Thermal–mechanical coupling</li><li>Reliability or durability simulations</li><li>Ability to mentor junior engineers</li></ul><p style="text-align:center;"> </p><p><strong>Behavioral Competencies</strong></p><ul><li>Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills</li><li>Ability to work in <strong>fast‑paced consumer product development cycles</strong></li><li>Clear communication with cross‑functional teams</li><li>Detail‑oriented with strong documentation discipline</li></ul><p style="text-align:center;"> </p><br><br>