Computer Modeling & Simulation Specialist​/Engineer

Computer Modeling & Simulation Staff Specialist/Engineer

Location:

London, Canada
Date Posted:
Jun 2, 2026

Requisition
Job Category:
Engineering

Career Level:

P55 - Staff
Remote Work Options:
Onsite
Security Clearance:
Ability to obtain

Pay Type:

Salary
Salary Range: $85,600.00 - $

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

• 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 structural analysis
• 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

• University degree in Engineering
• 3 to 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

• 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.

Physical Conditions and Hazards:

The conditions in which an individual or staff works, including but not limited to such things as amenities, physical environment, stress and noise levels, degree of safety or danger, temperature, location.

1) Physical Environment:
Office

Physical Demands

Description:

This section objectively captures and describes the physical demands that are required to perform a particular job or role. Usually completed by the ergonomist

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

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

Computer

Phone

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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