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Computer Modeling & Simulation Staff Specialist/Engineer

London, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 2, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Apply by: Oct 20, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level

Job summary

Perform advanced simulations and analyses of military vehicles and subsystems, including fluid flow, buoyancy, structural, fatigue, mobility, and vehicle dynamics studies. Develop and validate simulation methods, support design teams and R&D testing, create software models, and provide technical guidance and reports.

Job details

Description 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 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 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: 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. Physical Environment: Office Hazards: NA 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. 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)

What you’ll do

Requirements

A university degree in engineering and 3–5 years of related CAE experience are required, along with knowledge of FEA, CFD, fatigue analysis, automotive subsystems, stress analysis, mechanics, dynamics, and mathematics. Strong communication, organization, prioritization, and teamwork skills are required; an advanced degree, experience with specified simulation tools, heavy off-road vehicles, defense standards, and P.Eng. eligibility are preferred.