Senior NVH Analytical Engineer

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Job Posting Title

Senior NVH Analytical Engineer

Job Description Summary

Use computer-aided engineering (CAE) tools, including finite element analysis (FEA), Boundary Element (BE), Multiple Body Dynamics (MBD) and any other analytical tools to performance up-front design optimization for NVH, evaluate product NVH performances, identify NVH risks, and provide design solutions to ensure product meeting NVH requirements. Correlate model predictions to physical test results to continuously improve modeling accuracy and efficiency.
Develop new analytical modelling methodologies and tools to support new product development. Coordinates NVH analytical requests and sets up priorities. Provide training for NVH analytical and project engineers. Communicate model results to both internal and external customers.

Job Description

• Develop CAE models, including FEA, BEM, MBD and other CAE tools for automotive driveline and powertrain system NVH
• Conduct modeling and analysis to identify NVH risks of designs
• Participate and contribute to program peer reviews, analytical DVP&R, design best practices and lessons learned documentation.
• Perform design iterations and optimization studies to identify best design solutions to meet internal and customer NVH requirements.
• Correlate NVH CAE model results to vehicle and lab data. Continuously improve NVH model accuracy and modeling parameter database.
• Assist NVH project engineers in reviewing customer technical specifications relative to NVH performance and CAE modeling needs.
• Develop new NVH CAE modeling methodologies and new procedures.   
• Assist in setting up priorities to properly support program timing.
• Create and present analytical reports to internal and external customers.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Education

• Master of Science - Engineering or closely related field
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in NVH engineering activities and/or academic research and hands on experience of Finite Element Analysis focusing on NVH and/or Dynamics

Preferred Skills and Education

• Knowledge of vibration, acoustics, dynamics, and Finite Element Theory.
• Knowledge of driveline system functionality, system dynamics and integration
• Knowledge of and experience with eMotor noise or functionality preferred
• Preferred NVH CAE software experience includes Siemens SimCenter (NX CAE), Masta, Romax, Nastran, Altair HyperWorks Suite, Adams, Ansys, etc.  
• Experience with NVH data acquisition/analysis software preferred (LMS Test Lab, B&K Pulse, Ideas, AB Plato, etc.)
• Knowledge of gear train dynamics preferred (Hypoid, Bevel, Spur, Planetary, etc.)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Preferred computer programming skills, such as C/C++ Visual Basic, Java, Python, Fortran, Matlab.

About AAM:

As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Headquartered in Detroit with over 80 facilities in 18 countries, we are Bringing the Future Faster for a safer and more sustainable tomorrow. To learn more, visit AAM.com.

Why Join #TeamAAM:

As a member of #TeamAAM, you’ll get to make a difference on day one. From your first day with us, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, embrace challenges, build your skills, and bring your authentic self to work every day, all while helping to shape the future of mobility for AAM…and the world.

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