Vehicle Crash Analyst

Company Description

Softwise Mechatronics provides innovative development solutions for Engineering Analysis, Embedded Electronics, Software Development, and New Product Development. We are among the leading service providers for small local businesses as well as multinational corporations.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for Vehicle Crash Analyst. A Crash Analyst will be responsible for developing, simulating, and validating vehicle crashworthiness performance across multiple crash modes. The role involves using LS-DYNA and related CAE tools to evaluate energy absorption, structural integrity, and safety compliance. The analyst will participate in end-to-end safety development cycles, ensuring virtual and physical test correlation and adherence to global automotive safety standards.

Number of Openings- 2

Educational Qualifications

BE/BTech or ME/MTech in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering

PhDs/Postdoc Research Fellows are welcome to apply. The experience range will be adjusted based on the research experience.

Experience Range- 5 to 7 years of relevant experience

Mandatory Technical Skillset

• Proficiency in LS-Dyna in crashworthiness simulations.
• Proficiency in using ANSA for pre/postprocessing
• Experience in correlating test data with simulation results
• Strong understanding of energy absorption, load paths and structural crash behaviour
• Knowledge of crash-related design principles and understanding of material dynamics
• Familiarity with automotive crashworthiness standards

Good to have Technical Skills

• Experience across entire vehicle development lifecycle
• Experience of working in projects involving advanced or non-standard materials

Key Job Responsibilities

• Develop and define structural sections, load paths, and energy absorption mechanisms for front, side, rear, and roof crash modes.
• Conduct crashworthiness simulations using LS-DYNA, accurately modeling failure patterns and impact behavior.
• Correlate virtual crash simulations to physical test results; provide sign-off for virtual performance with detailed documentation.
• Be a team player and work well with a diverse team which may be spread all over the world through strong and clear communication.
• Research on how to implement various requirements and make informed decisions in a timely manner.
• Take active part in weekly review meetings and put forth ideas or solutions to problems.