Lead mechanical testing and finite element analysis as a Senior R&D; Engineer focused on impact protection validation and technical conclusions. This senior engineering role covers testing, simulation, material modeling, and product validation. You will own assigned R&D; programs from design through validation while communicating recommendations during development reviews. The work requires autonomy across the full testing and validation cycle. Key Responsibilities:
Design and execute mechanical and impact testing campaigns Perform explicit dynamic finite element simulations Correlate simulation results with physical testing Develop and validate material models Present technical conclusions and recommendations during reviews Requirements:
Six-plus years in an R&D; engineering role Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering Hands-on testing setup, instrumentation, acquisition, and analysis experience Proficiency with LS-DYNA, Abaqus, Ansys, or equivalent OIQ membership or eligibility for membership Apply mechanical testing, explicit energetic FEA, and simulation-to-test correlation across demanding R&D; validation programs.