As an Engineer - Engines (FD) within our Product Development team, your primary responsibility will be conducting finite element modelling (FEM) of engine and transmission components and systems to support the Farm Division's product development efforts. This involves detailed analysis and simulation using state-of-the-art tools to ensure the strength, durability, and performance of powertrain components under various operating conditions.
Your key deliverables will include:
- Performing finite element analysis (FEA) on engine 5C's (Cylinder head, Crankcase, Crankshaft, Connecting rod, Camshaft) and transmission housings focusing on nonlinear static strength, fatigue life, modal, and frequency response.
- Applying advanced skills in Abaqus to assign material properties, establish connections, joints, and contact definitions essential for accurate simulations.
- Setting up and running linear and nonlinear static analyses, including applying realistic loads and boundary conditions reflective of operational scenarios.
- Post-processing simulation outputs to generate comprehensive reports that offer actionable insights and recommend design modifications.
- Collaborating closely with cross-functional design and product teams to validate analysis results and guide development decisions aimed at enhancing product reliability and meeting quality benchmarks.
- Ensuring strict adherence to element and part quality check sheets and process standards to guarantee the integrity and compliance of analyses performed.
- Staying updated on the latest engineering principles, automotive systems, and analysis methodologies relevant to powertrain components.
- Understanding and analysing cranktrain and valvetrain dynamics for system-level performance optimisation.
This role demands a meticulous approach combined with practical engineering judgement to support innovation within automotive powertrain systems while delivering excellence in simulation a