Hungry for challenges? Join a group with innovation at its heart and contribute to the automotive revolution!

OPmobility is a world-leading provider of innovative solutions for a unique, safer and more sustainable mobility experience. Innovation-driven since its creation, the Group develops and produces intelligent exterior systems, customized complex modules, lighting systems, clean energy systems and electrification solutions for all mobility companies. With a €11.4 billion economic revenue in 2023, a global network of 152 plants and 40 R&D centers, OPmobility relies on its 40,300 employees to meet the challenges of transforming mobility.

By adding intelligent functions, lighting & sensors etc and by extending the scope of what is possible in terms of design, OPmobility is making cars safer, smarter and more stylish. Body panels are now packed with technologies that improve the driver experience, safety and vehicle appearance. The result? An elegant car that will, in time, be made largely from bio-sourced or recycled materials.

Our ambition? Provide automakers with cutting-edge equipment and solutions to develop tomorrow’s clean and connected car.

Job Description

Within the Engineering Product Validation department, you will contribute to comparing physical test results with CAE simulations, analyzing discrepancies, and improving simulation reliability in order to reduce the need for physical testing.

Desired start date: March 2027
Duration: 6 months

Main responsibilities:

Monitor tests carried out in the laboratory.
Collect data from physical tests performed in the laboratory and compare them with CAE simulation results (PV1200).
Build a database, analyze results, identify discrepancies, and define actions to improve CAE methodologies and bring simulation results closer to physical test results.
Collaborate with CAE and Validation Engineers to build a relevant and reliable database.
Identify and present opportunities to reduce physical testing by leveraging historical data, with a target correlation rate of over 80%.

Candidate profile:

You are currently pursuing a Master's degree (4th or 5th year of higher education) in Mechanical Engineering or Plastics Engineering.
You have an advanced level of English (B2/C1).
You have knowledge of structural simulation and are able to understand CAE analyses and physical test results.
You are familiar with numerical simulation software such as Abaqus, LS-DYNA, and the HyperWorks suite.
You are proactive and demonstrate initiative in carrying out your assignments.
You are comfortable communicating with different teams, including laboratory and CAE teams based at other sites.
You have strong communication skills and are able to collaborate effectively with different team members.

Location: Sigmatech – Avenue du Bois des Vergnes, 01150 Sainte-Julie (40 km from Lyon, carpooling available)

Compensation & Benefits:

Compensation will depend on your level of study. Other benefits are also available at our site, including a transportation allowance, employer contribution towards meals at the company restaurant, access to a gym, concierge services, and more.

As a responsible company, OPmobility pays particular attention to diversity and equality within its teams and the Group commits to treat all job applications equally.

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