FEA Engineer

Overview

On Site
$90K - 100K (Flexible)
Contract - W2

Skills

Bolted Joint Analysis
Static Linear/Non-linear Analysis
Dynamic Analysis (Modal
Frequency
Transient)
Abaqus

Job Details

Job Title: FEA Engineer with CFD

Location: Tucson, Arizona (Onsite)
Duration: 2 Years Contract
Remote/Relocation: Non-local candidates will be considered

Language Requirement:

Candidates must be fluent in English and proficient in Mandarin and Cantonese, to effectively collaborate with a global team and contribute to cross-functional engineering initiatives.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a skilled FEA Engineer with strong CFD experience to join a high-impact team supporting the virtual product validation of earth-moving and mining equipment for Caterpillar. This role is primarily onsite in Tucson, Arizona, with responsibilities including simulation modeling, analysis, and result-driven design recommendations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform FEA and CFD simulations to support product validation for heavy machinery.

  • Co-ordinate offshore simulation activities with technical leadership support.

  • Define loads and boundary conditions, solve simulation models, and perform debugging.

  • Analyze results, propose new design improvements based on simulation insights.

  • Prepare technical reports and present findings to internal teams and customers.

Must-Have Skills & Tools Experience:

  • 5 8 years of experience in FEA and CFD simulations for automotive, construction, or mining industries.

  • Strong expertise in:

    • Abaqus (Required)

    • Fluent or STAR-CCM+ (Required)

    • NX Nastran

    • NX Meshing / Modeling

    • HyperMesh

  • Good-to-have: Experience with ANSYS

  • Deep understanding of:

    • Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)

    • Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

    • Vibration analysis

    • Bolted joint analysis

  • Ability to interpret simulation results and recommend actionable design changes.

Educational Requirements:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

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