ABOUT US
CD-adapco is the world's largest independent CFD focused CAE provider. Our core products are the
technology-leading simulation packages, STAR-CCM+ and STAR-CD. The scope
of our activities, however, extends well beyond CFD software development to encompass a
wide range of CAE engineering services in CFD and FEA.
We
have 30 years of experience in delivering industrial strength
engineering simulation to a wide range of industries and application
areas. We have over 7000 users of our software, working at 3000
different companies, spending in total over $80 million on our software
and services. Our customer approval ratings are very high, in our 2008
survey 93% of our customers declared themselves satisfied, or very
satisfied with our software and services, a fact reflected in a
consistently high customer retention rate.
Growing at a rate of over 20% per year, CD-adapco employs over 400 talented
individuals, working at 21 different offices across the globe,
involved in dedicated support, software development and engineering services.
Our main centers are in New York, London and
Yokohama. We have subsidiary offices and distributors throughout the world
providing local CFD software support, training and CFD/CAE consultancy and
engineering services.
CD-adapco aims to be continually technically ahead with a mission to offer
our clients the world's most useful advanced CFD/CAE software and services.
Our ongoing mission is "establishing long term relationships with
our Industrial Partners by becoming their preferred CAE solution
provider."
Senior Technical Specialist- Structural/Thermal Engineering Services
CD-adapco is offering a challenging position working as a Senior Technical Specialist in our Structural/Thermal Engineering Services Group. Projects will include performing finite element analysis and fluid structure interaction studies for various companies serving the Oil and Gas, Chemical Processing and Energy Industries, running advanced simulations and analyses addressing problems with plasticity, creep and fatigue in various upstream and downstream applications, developing and maintaining successful partnerships with local companies serving the energy sector. This position will be based out of our Houston , Texas office.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The following qualifications are desired:
- Masters degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering or Applied Mechanics
- Professional licensure and certification encouraged but not required.
- Experience with pressure vessels and piping engineering
- Past experience with application of advanced analysis tools in performing detailed dynamic and heat transfer analyses of complex mechanical assemblies and fluid structure interaction
The following technical knowledge is a plus:
- Familiarity with Petrochemical industry standards (ASME & API)
- Knowledge of Fitness for Service methods (FFS)
- Experience with welding processes and evaluation and NDE methods
- Proficient with both general and special purpose finite element analysis software (ABAQUS, ANSYS etc) and piping stress software like CAESAR.
- Experience with CAD packages (Solidworks, Pro-engineer, Unigraphics etc)
- Programming experience (Java, Fortran etc)
- Familiarity with CFD analyzes/software, particularly STAR products
- Thorough understanding of fatigue principles and creep life evaluation for pressure vessels.
CD-adapco offers a stimulating working environment, competitive benefits and job growth opportunities. All qualified applications are encouraged to submit a
resume and cover letter outlining your unique qualifications for this position.
Please reference “ Senior Technical Specialist- Structural/Thermal Engineering Services ” in the subject line.
CD-adapco is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the
basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or any
other category protected by law.
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