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CAD & Simulation Consultant | Engineering Design and Simulation – Aerospace / Mechanical / Electrical Engineering

We are seeking experienced Electrical Engineers to design, solve, and review simulation-led engineering tasks used to train and evaluate advanced AI models.

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Hiring companyTuring

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About the role

The role requires strong technical fundamentals, practical simulation expertise, and the ability to produce clear, reproducible engineering solutions.

We are hiring for a PAA-based project, seeking candidates with strong hands-on experience in CAD modeling and simulation tools. This role is ideal for experienced aerospace, mechanical and electrical engineering professionals with deep expertise in design, CAD engineering, and simulation workflows.

Duration of contract : 8 weeks; [expected start date is next week].

Responsibilities

Develop CAD models and perform simulation/analysis for aero, mech and elec components.
Validate designs using industry-standard tools (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks, ANSYS, MATLAB).
Develop realistic electrical engineering problem statements, simulation models, calculations, schematics, and supporting technical assets.
Define inputs, assumptions, constraints, operating conditions, output metrics, and objective acceptance criteria.
Validate results through analytical checks and review other engineers’ submissions for technical correctness and completeness.
Translate technical requirements into simulation models and workflows.
Optimize designs based on simulation results.
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.
Document methodologies, processes, and outcomes.

Required skills

Strong proficiency in CAD engineering and simulation tools.
Strong aerospace/mechanical/electrical engineering fundamentals.
Hands-on experience with modeling, simulation, or design projects.
Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Robust engineering problem definition.
Modelling and simulation.
Analytical validation and sanity checking.
Design trade-off analysis.
Technical documentation.
Peer review and quality assessment.
Clear communication of assumptions and engineering decisions.
Proficiency in the following tools as per their domain:
- Mechanical: FreeCAD, CalculiX, Gmsh, ParaView, Python, Cura/PrusaSlicer.
- Aerospace: OpenRocket, OpenVSP, XFoil, AVL, OpenFOAM/SU2, FreeCAD, Python.
- Electrical: KiCad, ngspice, Qucs-S, Python, Octave, FEMM, openEMS.
Professional proficiency in one or more relevant tools is required, including: MATLAB/Simulink, Simscape Electrical, LTspice, PSpice, ETAP, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSCAD, OpenDSS, Ansys Maxwell, COMSOL, Altium Designer, KiCad, AutoCAD Electrical, or EPLAN. Python or MATLAB scripting experience for automation, analysis, and result processing is preferred.
For Electrical Engineering talents: Strong fundamentals in circuit analysis, power systems, electrical machines, power electronics, control systems, protection, grounding, instrumentation, or electronics design. Deep practical expertise in at least one electrical engineering specialisation is required.

Preferred skills

PHD in Mech, Elec, Aero domains.
Prior experience working with leading aerospace or engineering companies is highly preferred.

Experience and education

Candidates must have a minimum of 10+ years of experience working in CAD engineering and simulation-focused organizations.

Schedule details

Commitments Required: Minimum 20hrs/week (Upto 40 hours per week) with at least 4 hours PST overlap.

Eligibility

Work arrangement: Fully remote

Compensation details

Employment type : Contractor assignment (no medical/paid leave).

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