Sr. Design and Modeling Engineer

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The Sr. Design and Modeling Engineer manages the development, implementation, and support of new technologies related to global advanced modeling operations. This role will focus on part and system level design of fiber reinforced composite applications for material, structural and process. The Senior Engineer will translate customer product, process & application needs into effective product/process specification and lead modeling projects to successfully deliver solutions.

Join an organization that believes that every employee owns a piece of our bold growth goals and ultimate success. We are a market-leading innovator that has placed on the Fortune 500 . Owens Corning is devoted to delivering sustainable solutions across our three business segments while striving to ensure our people and products make the world a better place. We take pride in having an inclusive and diverse workplace with employees around the globe. A holistic sense of community exists across our entire organization as our talent grows globally. We are a company that fully recognizes the importance of paving a path to a sustainable and safe enterprise through investing in our people. Our desire to make an impactful difference in the world flows from top down to all levels of the organization. By being a company that instills pride within each and every employee, we aspire to build market-leading businesses; global in scope - human in scale. This Granville based full-time position reports to the Innovations organization. The incumbent is expected to have strong engineering expertise with a demonstrated track record in fiber reinforced polymer composite design and finite element modeling. This is a permanent position within Owens Corning's Composite business, located at the Science and Technology Center at Granville.

Granville, OH is home to the Owens Corning Science & Technology Center. The 524-acre campus with 22 buildings hosts world-class Science and Technology professionals dedicated to delivering sustainable solutions across our three integrated businesses, impacting the environment and the way people live around the world. With its small-town charm, streets lined with locally owned shops, historic district, and commitment to education and development, Granville will meet all your needs when you bring your career to Owens Corning.

Reports to : R&D Leader

Span of control : Individual contributor

Job Responsibilities

Live Safely

• At ALL times, alert teammates of potential safety risks and stop unsafe behavior.
• Actively engage in driving a safety culture
• Implements a personal safety action plan and review with leader.
• Ensures rigorous compliance to standard safety procedures and OC corporate policies.

Fiber Reinforced Composite design and modeling - Material, Component & Systems (approximate 75%)

• Design and model laminate, part, and system for composite materials using Finite Element (FE) Analysis.
• Create new CAD designs or modify existing ones as per application needs.
• Develop meshing (coarse to fine as needed) to convert CAD to FE models.
• Develop material data cards with composite products for linear/non-linear analysis and process modeling.
• Document analysis in detailed technical reports, presentations, and management updates.
• Actively participate in global multi-disciplinary product development, process improvement, and problem-solving teams.
• Provide technical service to help customers reduce costs, enhance their products, and access new markets.

Development and delivery of modeling technologies (approximate 25%)

• Develop linkage between micro, macro, and process modeling for composites applications.
• Conduct research and development in computer modeling for current and future glass reinforcement solutions, enabling the company to maintain its leadership position in global markets.
• Understand the latest modeling and material characterization tool enhancements and improve current resources, including micro-mechanics, stability, and durability.

Job Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

• Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Materials Science, or a related field of study.
• Proficient in performing Finite Element analysis (static & dynamic) of fiber-reinforced composite materials.
• Deep understanding of fiber-reinforced composite structure-property relations, material behavior, and failure modes under static & dynamic loading.
• Strong background and experience in part design and application development using thermoset & thermoplastic composite materials.
• Experience in composite process modeling (Moldex3D preferred).
• Ability to create and modify CAD files and meshing to convert to Finite Element models.
• Ability to travel up to 10-20%. Travel schedule is typically set in advance.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE :

• PhD Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Materials Science, or a related field of study.
• Five or more years of experience in composite modeling, including laminate design, Finite Element Analysis, and compression or injection molding process modeling.
• Experience with Sheet Molding Compound (SMC) design and characterization.
• Hands-on experience with typical composite manufacturing processes (open and close molding, SMC, pultrusion, filament winding, infusion, etc.).
• Proven track record of success in working with customers on designing composite applications and systems.
• Experience in Python scripting (Abaqus).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Problem-solving with a scientific approach.
• Proficiency in CAD and meshing software - Solidworks, Hypermesh (preferred), Abaqus-CAE, Ansys-Meshing.
• Familiarity with software for part & system level design/modeling - Abaqus (preferred), Ansys, Digimat, Moldex3D (preferred), MoldFlow.
• Project management experience.
• Strong technical documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of an international team.
• Strong background in fiber-reinforced composite material behavior, testing, and failure analysis.
• Hands-on experience with fiber-reinforced composite processes and an understanding of how the process affects the properties of the composite part in real applications.

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About Owens Corning

Masonite is now proudly part of Owens Corning. Owens Corning is a global building and construction materials leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our four integrated businesses - Roofing, Insulation, Doors, and Composites - provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique material science, manufacturing, and market knowledge to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with more than 25,000 employees in 31 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders, and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2023 sales of $9.7 billion. For more information, visit .

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer.

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