CAE Engineer (Mahwah)

Contract Duration: 9 months – (Contract Extension possibilities)Location: 100% ONSITE - Mahwah, NJ (07430)Type: W2 contract (C2C OR THIRD PARTY will NOT be considered for this role)Work Authorization: Must be currently in the United States with active employment authorization documents without CURRENT H-1B sponsorship transfer requirements.Pay: Negotiable depending on direct-related experience up to $45 - $55 an hourWe are seeking a highly motivated Senior Engineer to apply and develop innovative simulation methodologies to characterize and optimize next generation implant designs, processes, and surgical procedures.Duties Include:Perform detailed literature searches to provide a basis for analytical methods and assumptions.Execute static and dynamic nonlinear multibody finite element analyses that include deformable contact, advanced material properties and multi-physics required for realistic simulation of in vivo kinematics and manufacturing process.Develop new techniques and implement automation using custom programming when required.Evaluate analytical results and recommend design, process, or material changes based on characterization.Develop and validate analytical models to gain further insight in research related issues.Demonstrate refined technical report writing external publication writing skills. Author reports necessary for 510(k) submission, abstracts to orthopedic industry related conferences, and articles for peer reviewed journals.Review, select, and coordinate proposals for modeling & simulation-based research at outside universities and laboratories.WHAT YOU NEED:Required:Bachelor's Degree in a science or engineering discipline.2+ years of experience with modeling & simulation-based research in the medical device industry, or equivalent.Preferred:Master's or PhD degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering.Experience with finite element analysis (e.g. ANSYS, Abaqus, LS-Dyna), CAD (e.g. Pro/Engineer, Solidworks), custom programming (e.g. Fortran subroutine, Matlab, Python), and other analytical based research tools. Experience with musculoskeletal simulation packages (e.g. OpenSim).Ability to contribute to complex discovery-based research initiatives from concept through final recommendation.Understanding of mechanics, engineering principles, new technology, and product development processes.Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.Ability to deliver aspects of innovative analytical, process, or material solutions in the research arena.Work Authorization: Must be currently in the United States with active employment authorization documents without CURRENT H-1B sponsorship transfer requirements. (C2C OR THIRD PARTY will NOT be considered for this role)Important information: To be immediately considered, please send an updated version of your resume to Deas172@kellyservices.com.*** (Kelly does not expense relocation/interview costs)**