Research Scientist in High-Speed Dynamics Simulations and Design

Hitachi Energy

Kraków, Poland

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Position summary

o identify, analyze, and solve real-world challenges in optimizing designs for future-generation products.

  • Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the latest numerical analysis technologies, algorithms, and software packages. Recognize opportunities for their practical application in industrial conditions.

  • Actively promote your knowledge within the company and outside.

  • Collaborate with local and global external partners, including universities, startups, and vendors.

  • Disseminate your results in technical reports, scientific publications, research conferences, and patent applications.

Your background:

  • Master's or PhD degree in Mechanics, Material Engineering, or related field.

  • Strong fundamentals in mechanical design, dynamic and static analysis, material strength, and a basic understanding of typical manufacturing technologies.

  • Working experience (2+ years) with CAD/CAE modeling and FEM analysis. Knowledge of the commercial tools (e.g., Ansys, ABAQUS, LS/Dyna, COMSOL, CREO, ...)

  • Understanding of FE algorithms, including linear and non-linear static, implicit and explicit dynamics (large deformation, short-circuit forces, seismic analysis, fluid-structure interaction), vibration (modal analysis, vibroacoustic, damping, ...), fracture mechanics.
    Knowledge about fluid dynamics and heat transfer will be a plus.

  • Ability to model various material types: metals, thermoplastics and thermosets, fiber composites, elastomers and rubbers, liquids and gasses.

  • Willingness to take an interdisciplinary approach and learn new knowledge when working with experts from different domains.

In addition, the following skills would be beneficial for the role:

  • Ability to write simple codes and user subroutines in CAD/CAE software packages.

  • Knowledge about power network business, green energy, respective requirements, and industry standards.

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