Computational Simulation Engineer III

Daimler Truck North America

. Act as a technical lead in the complete vehicle model building process combining multi-body dynamic models with finite element elastic bodies .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timePortland • Oregon • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $132,579 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in multibody simulation and finite element modeling to support vehicle design and performance analysis. Capable of leading cross-functional teams and mentoring junior engineers while effectively communicating technical results and recommendations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Multibody Simulation (SIMPACK/ADAMS)Finite Element Modelling (NASTRAN)3D Computer Aided Design (CAD)Programming in Python, Java, and MATLABTechnical Communication and Presentations

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Hard Skills

Multibody SimulationFinite Element ModellingTime Series AnalysisFrequency Domain AnalysisLoad Case DefinitionVehicle Handling ExpertiseBraking SimulationsElectronic Stability ControlPerformance Target AnalysisAnalysis-Based Recommendations

Soft Skills

MentoringCross-Functional CollaborationTransparent CommunicationProblem SolvingProject Management

Tools & Technologies

PowerPoint3D CAD SoftwareSimulation Software

Industry Keywords

Mechanical EngineeringAutomotive EngineeringVehicle Model BuildingDesign EngineeringComponent Development

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as a technical lead in the complete vehicle model building process combining multi-body dynamic models with finite element elastic bodies
Focus on vehicle handling, electronic stability control, and braking simulations
Support design engineers in meeting performance targets before physical validation
Recommend feasible solutions by defining appropriate physics models and load cases
Solve analyses and present results to guide design solutions with analysis-based recommendations
Present results at technical and management levels of detail
Work cross-functionally with vehicle/component design engineers, digital mock-up teams, vehicle test engineers, and other simulation teams
Build entire vehicle models
Provide load collectives to support component development
Compare and correlate simulation and test results
Act as a subject-matter expert in vehicle handling
Participate in cross-functional work streams
Mentor junior team members and help prioritize work
Communicate project status, simulation data requirements, and escalated issues transparently and proactively

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Automotive Engineering
5 years of experience in related occupation
Experience conducting multibody simulation (SIMPACK/ADAMS)
Experience with Finite Element Modelling (NASTRAN)
Experience with Time Series and Frequency Domain Analysis
Technical communication and presentations with PowerPoint
Utilizing 3D Computer Aided Design (CAD)
Programming in Python, Java, and MATLAB
Must live within reasonable commuting distance of the Portland office
Up to 10% international and domestic travel annually
Legally authorized to work permanently in the United States at the time of application; visa sponsorship is not available
Successful completion of a criminal background check
May be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus program
401k company contribution with company match up to 6%
Non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age
Starting at 4 weeks paid vacation
13+ calendar holidays
8 weeks paid parental leave
Employee assistance program
Comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs
Onsite fitness (at some locations)
Tuition assistance
Volunteer paid time off
Short-term and long-term disability plans