Design Analyst, Powertrain

Joby Aviation • San Carlos, CA

164d • $98,200 - $130,900

About The Position

Joby Aviation is seeking a passionate finite element analysis (FEA) engineer to join our powertrain team. This role will work primarily on developing FEA and other models to refine and develop the components and subassemblies. The candidate will participate in the product development from concept phase through production, deeply involved in rapid design/test iteration cycle through FEA. Should be a self-starter with strong communication skills and possess a deep understanding of Finite Element Modeling, design principles, and verification and validation.

Requirements

• B.S. in mechanical engineering, or another relevant discipline
• At least 3+ years of working experience in relevant industry
• Prior FEA (Abaqus) and Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) experience
• Practical experience in validating FE models using component/system level, or customized tests
• Practical experience in modeling complicated mechanisms, contact behaviors, mechanical systems, fatigue, vibration and model simplifications
• General knowledge of thermal/electric coupled structural analysis
• Experience in directly incorporate design changes and fast iteration using CAE/FEA
• Deep understanding of product (structural) design principles and test design fundamentals
• Hands on experience in performing structural and material test
• Agile and adaptive in design/simulation/test
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced dynamic environment

Nice To Haves

• Practical knowledge of Abaqus, Abaqus/CAE, FE-safe and its applications
• Good understanding of DFM, manufacturing methods like sheet metal forming, machining, injection molding
• Proficient in CAD like CATIA V6, Solidworks, etc.
• Hands-on experience for generating representative material model input using test data or analytical methods
• Hands-on experience of prototyping parts and test equipment, using CNC/lathe/milling machine
• 5+ years of working experience in relevant industry

Responsibilities

• Finite Element Model development/refinement, validation and correlation
• FEM over a wide scope, including complicated mechanical systems/mechanisms, modal/vibration, and non-linear material behaviors
• Structural design using CAD and design iteration through FEA
• Design, simulate, and execute structural/material/subassembly testing

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Healthcare benefits
• 401(k) plan with a company match
• Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees