Structural Simulation Engineer

1 Month ago • 3-5 Years • Product Design • $126,000 PA - $181,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Structural Simulation Engineer at Google Pixel will build structural and mechanical models for analysis using FEA software (Abaqus or similar). Responsibilities include delivering simulations for static and dynamic models, providing design trade study support, presenting analysis results, offering design recommendations based on FEA results, contributing to product design, and conducting failure analysis. The role also involves troubleshooting, problem-solving, and supporting material/component testing. This position requires a strong understanding of FEA, numerical methods, material testing, and 3D CAD software. The ideal candidate will have experience with electro-mechanical components and excellent communication skills.
Must have:
  • FEA expertise (Abaqus)
  • 3+ years FEA experience
  • Mechanical Engineering degree
  • Model building & analysis
  • Design trade study support
  • Report writing & presentations
Good to have:
  • PhD in related field
  • Experience with electro-mechanical components
  • 5+ years experience in structural analysis
  • Excellent communication skills
Perks:
  • Bonus
  • Equity
  • Benefits

Job Details

Minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 3 years of experience in Finite Element Analysis.
  • 3 years of experience with numerical methods/modeling, Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools (e.g., Abaqus, Hypermesh) 3D CAD software, and experience with material testing, tensile testing, and strain-gauge instrumentation.

Preferred qualifications:

  • PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
  • 5 years of experience in mechanics and structural analysis for consumer hardware.
  • Experience with the development and integration of electro-mechanical components (e.g., display assemblies, batteries, antennas).
  • Ability to communicate with cross-functional team members and other technical disciplines, and collaborate across organizations to achieve project goals.

About the job

The Google Pixel team focuses on designing and delivering the world's most helpful mobile experience. The team works on shaping the future of Pixel devices and services through some of the most advanced designs, techniques, products, and experiences in consumer electronics. This includes bringing together the best of Google’s artificial intelligence, software, and hardware to build global smartphones and create transformative experiences for users across the world.

The Google Pixel team focuses on designing and delivering the world's most helpful mobile experience. The team works on shaping the future of Pixel devices and services through some of the most advanced designs, techniques, products, and experiences in consumer electronics. This includes bringing together the best of Google’s artificial intelligence, software, and hardware to build global smartphones and create transformative experiences for users across the world.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $126,000-$181,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about .

Responsibilities

  • Build structural and mechanical models for analysis using Abaqus or similar Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software packages.
  • Deliver analysis simulations for static and dynamic models related to parts, modules, and full assemblies.
  • Provide design trade study simulation support during early design phases, present results of analyses with reports, and present to product teams and upper management.
  • Provide detail design recommendations to the Product Design teams based on Finite Element Analysis (FEA) results, contributing to the product design.
  • Help drive failure analysis, root cause work, and design of experiments. Respond rapidly in a changing environment to technical issues, including troubleshooting, and problem-solving, and support material and component level characterization testing.

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