Computer Modeling & Simulation Staff Specialist/Engineer

London, ON, Canada

Full-time

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Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 29, 2026
Experience: 5+ years of related experience in CAE field, preferably in automotive, defense or aerospace industry
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 13, 2026

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Computer Modeling & Simulation Staff Specialist/Engineer P55

Job Description

Perform fluid flow analyses using ANSYS FLUENT
Perform buoyancy analyses using Rhino/Orca
Perform structural analyses using NX NASTRAN and/or Altair suite of FEA tools
Perform fatigue analyses using Glyphworks/NCode
Research new CAE areas, products and methodologies and implement them in GDLS-C common procedures
Perform test data analyses and simulation validations
Work in small temporary project teams with other engineers and provide an ongoing CAE support
Build and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external customers

Key Job Elements

Perform advanced computer simulations of military vehicles and subsystems
Conduct research of new simulation techniques applicable to GDLS-C products
Perform vehicle mobility studies
Perform vehicle dynamics simulations
Perform structural analysis
Conduct material fatigue simulations
Create advanced controls system models to evaluate various controls algorithms and strategies for automotive systems
Interact with design teams and provide efficient and timely simulation support to product development, drive design solutions based on simulation results
Develop in-house software to solve dynamic problems using high level programming languages
Write technical reports
Provide support for R&D validation testing (i.e. prepare test plan/report, perform data reduction/analysis)
Provide technical support and guidance, within field of expertise, to Design Engineers during design development, e.g. advising on structural design
Support new product development with simulations and analyses

Required Qualifications

University degree in Engineering
5+ years of related experience in CAE field, preferably in automotive, defense or aerospace industry
Knowledge of CAE software applications for FEA, CFD and fatigue analyses
Knowledge of automotive subsystems
Knowledge of stress analyses, mechanics, dynamics and mathematics
Demonstrated written and oral communication skills
Superior organizational skills with the ability to be agile, set priorities and multi-task under pressure
Self-motivated and effective working in a team-oriented environment
Ability to travel (10% Canadian, 5% US & International) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced University degree
Familiar with NX NASTRAN, Altair suite of FEA tools, ADAMS, MATLAB
Experience with heavy off road vehicles engineering
Experience dealing with defense design standards
Professional Engineer (PEO) or eligible to become P.Eng.

Working Conditions:

Physical Conditions and Hazards:

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Physical Environment: Office
Hazards: NA

Physical Demands Description:

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Usual mobility demands required are standing, walking, sitting, and stair climbing to access upper offices.

Equipment Utilized:

This section describes the type of equipment an employee is required to use:

Computer

Phone

Mobile device

Medical Surveillance

May include: Anthropometrical Size Restrictions depending on task

Personal Protective Equipment:

Applicable when interacting with shop floor (safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection. extraction coveralls)

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Responsibilities

Perform advanced simulations and analyses of military vehicles and subsystems, including fluid flow, buoyancy, structural, fatigue, mobility, dynamics, and controls studies. Support product development through design-team collaboration, simulation validation, technical reporting, software development, and research into new CAE methods.

Requirements

A university degree in engineering and at least five years of related CAE experience are required, along with knowledge of FEA, CFD, fatigue analysis, automotive subsystems, stress analysis, mechanics, dynamics, and mathematics. Candidates should have strong communication and organizational skills, work effectively in teams, and be able to travel; advanced education and experience with specified engineering tools or heavy off-road vehicles are preferred.

Skills

Computational Modeling And Simulation
Computational Fluid Dynamics
Finite Element Analysis
Fatigue Analysis
Vehicle Mobility Analysis
Vehicle Dynamics Simulation
Structural Analysis
Controls System Modeling
Test Data Analysis
Simulation Validation
High-Level Programming
Technical Report Writing
Automotive Systems
Engineering Communication
Project Teamwork

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Keywords

CAE
ANSYS FLUENT
Rhino
Orca
NX NASTRAN
Altair FEA
Glyphworks
NCode
ADAMS
MATLAB
Finite Element Analysis
Computational Fluid Dynamics
Fatigue Analysis
Fluid Flow Analysis
Buoyancy Analysis
Structural Analysis
Vehicle Mobility
Vehicle Dynamics
Controls Algorithms
Automotive Systems
Military Vehicles
Heavy Off-Road Vehicles
Simulation Validation
Test Data Analysis
Research And Development
Technical Reporting
High-Level Programming Languages
Defense Design Standards
Professional Engineer
Product Development

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