V.I.E. Research Engineer / Engineering Mechanics (m/f/d), Herzogenrath

‘MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER HOME’ – that is our purpose. Drawing on our broad brand portfolio and through a continuous process of innovation, we develop, manufacture and market materials and solutions for the construction sector and various industrial markets. As a leading global employer with just under 165,000 employees in over 75 countries worldwide, we combine sustainability with performance.

Your tasks

• Develop test methods to characterize the mechanical properties of different phases and interphases in multiphase materials and structures, and their failure modes
• Develop finite element models to predict the mechanical and thermo-mechanical responses of multiphase materials and structures
• Develop computational stochastic models to predict the mechanical response of materials and structures under varying properties and conditions
• Present technical results and recommendations in a clear and concise manner to a wide range of technical and non-technical audiences

Your profile

• Strong background in solid mechanics (i.e. elasticity & plasticity theory, fracture mechanics, thermo-mechanical analysis), and numerical methods
• Prior experience with commercial finite element analysis software such as Abaqus or Ansys is required
• Prior training and experience with mechanical property characterization and using mechanical testing instruments is required
• Background in modeling, analysis, and characterization of composites and multiphase materials is highly desired, but not required
• Knowledge and background in stochastic modeling is a plus, but not required
• Good hands-on skills and comfortable working in a lab environment
• Programming skills in C++/Fortran/Python is desired, but not required
• The ability to communicate effectively (in writing and orally), and presentation skills are critical
• Fluent in English
• The ability to work comfortably and flexibly in a diverse and fast moving environment