Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Direct message the job poster from Blue Chip Talent We pride ourselves on building lasting relationships. We do this through our unique ongoing touchpoint program, personalized orientation, bi-yearly appreciation lunches, company-sponsored charitable events, and our flagship family Woodward Dream Cruise event. We also offer industry-leading benefit options: Four (4) healthcare plans to choose from PTO & Paid Holidays Company-paid life insurance Long and short-term disability 401k with yearly arbitrary match You can count on Blue Chip Talent to be your reliable career coach and advocate. We look forward to connecting with you and guiding you on your career goals. Location: Tustin, CA Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday What You’ll Do Perform durability and crash analyses on structural systems using advanced finite element tools such as Optistruct, Abaqus, LS-Dyna , and post-processors like Hyperview or META . Analyze CAD-based designs to assess structural integrity and optimize performance for high-impact environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including design, engineering, and supply chain partners—to gather detailed material properties, joint specifications, and system constraints. Interpret simulation outputs to inform component-level and system-level design decisions. Translate simulation findings into design boundaries, material performance requirements, and actionable engineering guidance. Lead and develop physical test plans to validate digital simulation outputs. Define and implement scalable, repeatable processes for structural simulation, optimization, and design validation across new program launches. What You’ll Bring A Bachelor’s degree (7+ years) , Master’s degree (5+ years) , or PhD (3+ years) in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field. Demonstrated expertise in: Finite element modeling of structural systems Durability and crash analysis Structural mechanics and materials Crashworthiness of mechanical enclosures or subsystems Strong working knowledge of CAD/FEA integration (preferably with tools like CATIA or NX). Experience managing CAE validation plans , including physical test correlation. Ability to summarize and present analysis results and design recommendations in clear, actionable terms. Familiarity with automotive product development cycles or similar high-performance, safety-critical applications is a plus. Proven ability to navigate technical complexity and collaborate across multidisciplinary engineering teams. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Contract Job function Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Blue Chip Talent by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Get notified about new CAE Engineer jobs in Tustin, CA . Irvine, CA $97,700.00-$120,900.00 2 days ago Irvine, CA $85,400.00-$94,900.00 2 weeks ago Sr. Mechanical Design & Release Engineer - Wheels Irvine, CA $107,000.00-$134,800.00 4 days ago Sr. Mechanical Design & Release Engineer, Restraints Irvine, CA $107,800.00-$134,800.00 23 hours ago Lake Forest, CA $70,000.00-$95,000.00 5 days ago Sr. Mechanical Design & Release Engineer, Battery Structures Irvine, CA $107,800.00-$134,800.00 2 days ago Sr. Mechanical Design & Release Engineer, Steering Irvine, CA $107,800.00-$134,800.00 3 days ago Long Beach, CA $112,000.00-$143,000.00 2 weeks ago Sr. Mechanical Design Release Engineer - Structures Irvine, CA $84,300.00-$116,000.00 2 weeks ago Long Beach, CA $100,000.00-$175,000.00 1 week ago Irvine, CA $196,000.00-$245,000.00 1 day ago Robotics AI Engineer – Calibration, Localization, and Mapping Long Beach, CA $100,000.00-$175,000.00 1 week ago Long Beach, CA $100,000.00-$150,000.00 6 days ago Huntington Beach, CA $100,000.00-$150,000.00 3 days ago Irvine, CA $107,800.00-$134,800.00 2 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

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