Modeling Engineer

Ppg

The Role

Overview

Develop and run advanced finite element models for structural, thermal, and material analyses.

Key Responsibilities

  • doe
  • topology optimization
  • constitutive modeling
  • fea modeling
  • structural analysis
  • thermal analysis

Tasks

-Apply Design of Experiments (DoE), parametric studies, and topology/shape optimization techniques to support customer product design. -Prepare technical documentation, analysis reports, and presentations summarizing modeling work. -Collaborate with material scientists to design validation experiments, compare simulation predictions to physical test results, and refine models for improved accuracy and predictive power. -Develop and calibrate constitutive models for metals, polymers, composites, or coatings based on experimental data. -Work with design, manufacturing, and product development teams to translate engineering insights into relevant design or process changes. -Build and manage detailed finite element models for mechanics analysis and potentially heat conduction problems., components, and materials under static, dynamic, thermal, and nonlinear loading conditions. -Perform linear/nonlinear structural, thermal, impact, and fatigue analyses using commercial FEA tools (e.g., ABAQUS, ANSYS, LS-DYNA, COMSOL). Interpret results to assess design performance, identify critical stress/strain locations, and recommend design improvements.

Requirements

  • bs/ms
  • abaqus
  • ansys
  • cad
  • fea
  • 2+ years

What You Bring

-A BS or MS degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or related technical subject, with CAD and FEA course studies, hands-on experience with Abaqus or Ansys tools. -Hands-on laboratory experience on mechanical experimental techniques. -Record of accomplishments in mechanics analysis: coursework, projects, publications and conference presentations. -2 years+ validated, related experience. -Proficiency in using commercial CAD tools. -Must be a U.S. Person as defined by U.S. export control regulations (i.e., U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident) to comply with government project

The Company

About Ppg

-A global leader in coatings and specialty materials. -A history of innovation has enabled the development of cutting-edge products for diverse industries worldwide. -Serves multiple sectors, including automotive, aerospace, industrial, and consumer goods. -Strong presence in more than 70 countries with a vast portfolio of products and services. -Provides high-performance coatings to help businesses protect and beautify their assets. -Products are used across industries ranging from automotive to marine and construction. -Research and development efforts focus on creating sustainable and durable solutions. -Expanded market position through strategic acquisitions in recent years. -Recognized as a leader in materials science and coatings technology.

Sector Specialisms

Aerospace

Automotive OEM

Automotive Refinish

Industrial Coatings

Packaging Coatings

Protective & Marine Coatings

Civil Infrastructure

Offshore

Petrochemical

Power

Marine New-Build

Marine Dry Dock

Marine Sea Stock

Electrocoating