FEA Engineer

FEA Engineer – Creaform Engineering – Lévis

Dive into the world of numerical simulation and apply your structural analysis expertise to exciting, diverse projects. In this role, you will model and solve complex problems using advanced software such as Ansys, Femap, Nastran, and LS-Dyna. You will work on a variety of projects, including in the defense sector, collaborating with a specialized team and external clients. Your day-to-day work will include performing numerical simulations, preparing 3D geometries, writing technical reports, and communicating results clearly to advise our clients. If you are driven by innovation, precision, and collaboration, this position offers you the opportunity to make a real impact in a dynamic environment where your expertise will be recognized and valued.

What we offer at Creaform Engineering for this FEA Engineer role in Lévis:

• Group insurance (available from day 1)
• Retirement savings plan (RRSP) (available from day 1)
• Access to telemedicine services
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• An active social club
• Access to an on-site gym
• Opportunity to work on large-scale, global projects
• Opportunities for growth and new challenges
• And much more!

Your responsibilities as a FEA Engineer:

• Act as a consulting engineer in numerical simulation for external clients
• Perform finite element modeling and analysis (meshing, solving, post-processing) using Ansys, Femap, Nastran, and LS-Dyna
• Prepare and simplify 3D geometries for analysis (NX, Catia V5, SolidWorks, SpaceClaim, etc.)
• Perform analytical calculations (loads and boundary conditions, sizing, heat transfer, strength of materials, etc.)
• Develop and maintain automation scripts for simulations and result analysis
• Interpret and clearly present results and provide technical recommendations to clients
• Write and seal analysis reports, calculation notes, and other technical deliverables
• Contribute to product development and optimization (structural and thermal performance)
• Model complex behaviors (material nonlinearity, contact, dynamics, etc.) in various application contexts
• Collaborate with internal teams (structural, CFD, design) to validate modeling assumptions and approaches
• Actively participate in product development projects alongside designers, technicians, and engineers

Required skills for this engineering role in Lévis:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s degree an asset)
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in finite element analysis
• Hands-on experience with at least one of the following software: Ansys, Femap
• Experience in nonlinear analysis (implicit or explicit) using LS-Dyna
• Experience with applications related to the defense and military equipment sector
• Strong knowledge of structural analysis, nonlinear analysis, strength of materials, fatigue, dynamics, and vibrations
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software (NX, Catia V5, SolidWorks, Inventor, etc.)
• Knowledge of a programming or systems modeling language (Python, Matlab, VBA) is an asset
• Must be eligible to obtain security clearance
• Excellent analytical, synthesis, and problem-solving skills
• Strong ability to communicate and explain technical concepts clearly
• Attention to detail, organization, and commitment to quality
• Team player with strong collaboration skills
• Client-focused with a service-oriented mindset
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Adaptability and autonomy
• Proficient in both French and English (spoken and written) for internal and external communications
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.

Creaform Engineering offers you the opportunity to build your career within a dynamic team and grow through a wide range of engaging and diverse projects. You will be part of a unique work environment driven by a strong team, offering varied responsibilities, opportunities for advancement, and many social activities, making it an engaging and rewarding place to work.