Analysis Engineer

Role Overview Actalent is looking for an Analysis Engineer to join its Chennai delivery centre and contribute to cutting-edge automotive product development. This role centres on building and analysing automotive assemblies and system-level models with a strong focus on NVH, finite element modelling, and modal analysis. You will work with industry-standard CAE tools to deliver accurate, debugged, and production-ready models that support vehicle and component development programmes. Key Responsibilities - Build complete automotive assemblies including trim body and powertrain using appropriate modelling tools and standards - Develop detailed 2D and 3D models of automotive components and systems ensuring accuracy and consistency with design requirements - Create and manage connections within finite element models to accurately represent real-world assembly behaviour - Build system-level models covering BIW, closures, instrument panel and console, seating, engine, exhaust, driveline, and transmission - Perform modal analysis using Nastran and Optistruct including solution types Sol103 and Sol111 to evaluate dynamic behaviour - Debug finite element models to identify and resolve issues, ensuring models are stable, accurate, and runnable - Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to interpret analysis results and support design improvements - Document analysis procedures, assumptions, and results clearly and communicate findings to relevant stakeholders Required Qualifications - Proven experience in building automotive assemblies including trim body and powertrain - Hands-on experience in 2D and 3D modelling for automotive applications - Strong experience creating and managing connections within finite element models - Proficiency in modal analysis using Nastran and Optistruct including Sol103 and Sol111 - Ability to debug finite element models and generate stable, runnable outputs - Proficiency in Hypermesh for pre-processing and model setup - Experience with ANSA for advanced modelling and meshing tasks - Working knowledge of NVH analysis principles and methodologies - Good verbal and written communication skills Why Join Us Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services with over 40 years of experience supporting visionary companies across transportation, consumer products, and life sciences. Joining the Chennai delivery centre means being part of a passionate team of 1,000-plus engineers who connect their expertise with purpose to deliver world-class solutions for Fortune 500 clients.

- Experience building automotive assemblies including trim body and powertrain - Hands-on 2D and 3D modelling skills for automotive applications - Proficiency in Nastran and Optistruct for modal analysis including Sol103 and Sol111 - Experience with Hypermesh for pre-processing and model setup - Experience with ANSA for advanced modelling and meshing - Knowledge of NVH analysis principles and methodologies - Ability to debug and generate stable finite element models - Experience building system models for BIW, closures, seating, engine, exhaust, driveline, and transmission - Good verbal and written communication skills

- Work with a global leader in engineering and sciences services - Exposure to automotive product development for Fortune 500 clients - Collaborative and inclusive work environment - Diversity, equity, and inclusion programmes - Career growth and development opportunities - Modern office environment with advanced CAE workstations