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Exterior Structural CAE Engineer

Modis
Dearborn, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 10/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/25/2026

Akkodis is seeking an
Exterior Structural CAE Engineer
for a
Contract
with a client in
Dearborn, MI.
The ideal candidate will drive vehicle structural performance through advanced CAE analysis, supporting the design and validation of exterior components and systems.
Rate Range:
$40/Hour to $42/Hour; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.
Exterior Structural CAE Engineer Responsibilities Include
Perform finite element analysis (FEA) to evaluate and validate the structural performance of vehicle exterior components and systems.
Develop, modify, and maintain CAE models to support design decisions and ensure compliance with engineering requirements.
Conduct durability, fatigue, and structural assessments, providing recommendations to improve product quality, performance, and cost.
Collaborate with design, release, manufacturing, suppliers, and cross-functional CAE teams to develop effective engineering solutions.
Analyze and interpret CAE and physical test results, correlating models and identifying feasible countermeasures to meet performance targets.
Support continuous improvement initiatives by developing new simulation methodologies, conducting model audits, and sharing technical expertise across global teams.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Materials Science, or a related engineering discipline; master’s or Ph.D. preferred.
5 years of experience in Structural CAE, Durability, Fatigue Analysis, or Finite Element Analysis (FEA) within the automotive industry.
Hands-on experience with CAE and meshing tools such as HyperMesh, ANSA, Abaqus, Nastran, NCODE, or similar FEA software.
Strong understanding of linear static and non-linear dynamic analysis, material properties, weld analysis, and fatigue theory.
If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, feel free to contact me at
Gagan.Sharma@
akkodisgroup.com
Pay Details:
$40.00 to $42.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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Requirements
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
The California Fair Chance Act
Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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