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IDIADA’s success in product development is built on a unique blend of highly experienced engineers, state-of-the-art test and development facilities and the constant drive towards innovation. The company has over 2,850 professionals and an international network of subsidiaries and branch offices in 22 countries, ensuring our clients receive customized, added-value solutions. IDIADA offers you the opportunity to develop a professional career in one of the leading-edge automotive engineering companies. Are you ready to challenge yourself, enhance your technical skills, working in a thriving environment and alongside world-leading experts? Then, apply for one of our job vacancies. Engineering services: Comprehensive design, engineering, and validation capabilities for complete vehicle development projects: CAD, CAE and testing of all major vehicle functionalities. Proving grounds: The most comprehensive proving grounds in Europe and Asia, located in Spain and China. Both test tracks offer excellent customer support and facilities that provide the highest standards of safety and confidentiality. Homologation services in accordance with all European EC and ECE Regulations. We are also accredited for Australia, Europe, Japan, Taiwan, Malaysia and give consultancy to other countries and regions such as South America (including Brazil), China, Middle East, Gulf Countries, ASEAN, USA and Canada, among others.\nJob Description - NVH CAE Engineer\nWork Model: In-person (Work from Office)\nExperience Level: 2-5 Years\nLocation: Pune\nPosition Summary\nWe are seeking a highly motivated and self-driven NVH CAE Engineer to join our CAE Body Performance Development team. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical problem-solving capabilities, leadership qualities, and hands-on experience in NVH model building & simulations using primarily in NASTRAN, ANSA/META (Optistrut, Hypermesh / Hyperview), and related tools. This role involves supporting clients on vehicle NVH load cases, analyzing results, preparing detailed engineering reports, and recommending design countermeasures to meet or exceed NVH targets.\nKey Responsibilities\nTechnical & Simulation Responsibilities:\nHandle full-vehicle and subsystem NVH load cases using Nastran (SOL101, SOL103, SOL108, SOL111 & SOL200), Opti Strut,\nPerform model assembly and integration for:BIW, Trim BIW, Full vehicle\nBody-Powertrain coupling, Structure-fluid coupling\n\nBuild and evaluate FE models, ensuring:High-quality meshing\nCorrect material properties\nAccurate connections (rigids, bushings, welds, etc.)\n\nGenerate acoustic cavity models with correct measurement point positioning.\nEvaluate and integrate subsystem models from simple to highly complex assemblies.\nNVH Analysis Execution:\nModal Analysis & Modal Alignment\nFrequency Response Functions & Direct Response Analysis\nDynamic Stiffness & Road Noise\nVibration Transfer Function & Noise Transfer Function\nPowertrain Noise (WOT & IDLE)\nRoad-Load Conditions & Interior Acoustic Response\nPost-Processing & Interpretation\nIdentify BIW/TBIW global modes\nInterpret FRFs, transfer functions, and dynamic responses\nEvaluate Sound Pressure Levels (Pa, dB, dB(A))\nConduct Transfer Path Analysis (TPA) to identify dominant noise contributors\nProject Execution & Client Interaction\nIndependently lead NVH simulation projects and deliver high-quality results\nPrepare detailed technical reports and present findings to clients\nProvide structural design countermeasures to achieve NVH performance targets\nCommunicate with clients on daily simulation activities, deliverables, and decision-making support\nMentor junior team members and contribute to competency development\nEnsure adherence to customer expectations regarding quality, timelines, and technical guidelines\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Aerospace Engineering, or related field\nMinimum 2-5 years of vehicle-level NVH analysis experience.\nStrong understanding of Structural Mechanics, Finite Element Methods, material modelling, connections/contacts, and linear/nonlinear behaviour\nHands-on experience with: Pre-processing: ANSA (preferred) / HyperMesh\n Post-processing: META (preferred) / HyperView\n\nAbility to interpret simulation results including stress-strain, deformation, energy, acceleration, and acoustic metrics.\nAnalytical mindset with strong organizational and problem-solving skills\nAdvanced or fluent English communication skills\nPreferred Skills (Good to Have)\nExperience in Statistical Energy Analysis, (Mid & High Frequency Analysis)\nExperience in other tools like AVL, GT Suit will be preferred\nCAE-physical test correlation experience\nProgramming/scripting skills: Python, TCL.\nFamiliarity with HPC environments (clusters, cloud-based simulation platforms)\nExperience with other solvers: Abaqus, LS-Dyna, PAM-Crash\nBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Aerospace Engineering, or related field\n What do we offer\nGlobal approach\nTravel to IDIADA’s main technical center near Barcelona and to other IDIADA locations in more 20 countries in Asia, America, and Europe\nCompetitive package\nHigh technologies services\nInternational collaboration with regional markets\nIf you are a proactive, cooperative and client-oriented person with innate leadership and a passion for the work well done, apply here and give us the opportunity to get to know you in depth.\nApplus IDIADA is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. 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