Associate Computational Materials Modeler

CoorsTek

  • Golden, CO
  • $90,196-119,059 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
It's exciting to work for a company that makes the world measurably better.We're committed to bringing safety, quality, and customer focus to the business of advanced ceramics manufacturing.Job Title Associate Computational Materials ModelerSupport research in materials application and macrostructure design through computer modeling. Collaborate with teams to assist in discovering structure-process-property correlations and applying known engineering theories and principles to address material-design requirements. Provide support in material selection and design to meet product development goals.Roles & Responsibilities:
  • Assist in performing computational modeling, such as finite element analysis and fluid dynamics, to evaluate material and system performance.
  • Work with materials such as metals, ceramics, plastics, and composites to address design requirements.
  • Analyze test results and apply findings to aid in the improvement of materials or product designs.
  • Support the development of new products by applying engineering knowledge and skills while expanding knowledge of applicable engineering tools.
  • Investigate designs to improve performance, optimize processes, or solve standard technical problems.
  • Collaborate with senior engineers and team members to address customer concerns and contribute to product/process development and improvement.
  • May conduct research to validate simulation models.
Job Requirements:Education:
  • Master’s degree in Materials Science, Ceramics, Mechanical Engineering or related field with 1-5 years of materials or mechanical engineering combined with simulation experience.
Experience:
  • Numerical modeling expertise in predicting and validating mechanical performance, distortion, and stresses as a function of temperature in complex structures and with modeling mass transport in chemical reactors preferred.
  • 1-5 years of experience in ANSYS Finite Element Analysis and/or Fluent applications (preferred) or similar (Abaqus, COMSOL) and CAD packages Solidworks (preferred) with a track record of demonstrated experience and accomplishment.
Functional/Technical Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Familiarity with numerical methods and applied mathematics.
  • Ability to learn and apply engineering tools for modeling and analysis, such as ANSYS Mechanical, Fluent, Rocky, or Solidworks.
  • Experience with error analysis, and demonstrated ability in calculating confidence limits for simulations.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Organized and detail-oriented approach to work.
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team in a diverse environment.
Position Specific Title and Responsibilities:
  • Required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment at all times in designated work areas.
#LI-MR1Target Hiring Range Annual Salary: USD 90,196.00 - USD 119,059.00Actual compensation is commensurate with experience, skills and education. CoorsTek strives to give all qualified applicants equal opportunity and to make selection decisions on job related factors. Do not provide any information on the application which will indicate your race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.If you like working for a company that makes a real difference in the world, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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