Mechanical Simulation Engineer - Optical Solutions

Molex is an industry leader in transforming optical network infrastructure with an unwavering commitment to speed, reliability, and performance. We proudly engineer high-performance systems for critical, fast-growing industries including data centers, telecom, medical, and industrial automation. Our team develops an advanced portfolio of optical solutions, ranging from cutting-edge optical connectivity products—such as expanded beam connectors, fiber management, adapters, and hybrid copper/fiber solutions for medical systems—to end-to-end optoelectronic solutions featuring cages, connectors, optical transceivers, and cable assemblies. Supporting extreme data rates from 100 Mbps to 1.6 Tbps across long-haul distances up to 80km+, we deliver complete wavelength management and turnkey OEM solutions. Come join Molex and help build the future of global connectivity.Located in Fremont, California, we are looking for a talented Mechanical Simulation Engineer to join our team. The engineer for this position will work with a global multi-disciplined team, including mechanical, electrical, optical, reliability, and production line teamsWhat You Will DoPerform mechanical simulations to support multiple product development at component or module level. The simulation includes predictions of temperature distribution as well as induced thermal stress and deformation and provide guidelines for optimization of product designs to meet specifications, alignment, and achieve high reliability.Perform dynamic simulation to support multiple product designs at either component, or module or system level. The simulation includes modal analysis, vibration, shock and drop with and without package and provide guidelines for optimization of product designs.Work with mechanical, optical and electrical design engineers to modify and optimize mechanical layout and electrical layout as well as choose proper materials (metal, non-mental, ceramic, glass, epoxy, etc.) to minimize deformation and stress and meet requirements of both performance and reliability.Work with reliability and design engineers to design various tests, verify the reliability and performance of product, check the correlation between simulation and measured data and verify model, etc.Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)2 or more years working experience in telecommunication industry OR experience in a PhD or Master's Degree program focused on simulation and modelingProficient in ANSYS simulation tools (Mechanical, Workbench, or Discovery) and 3D modeling software (SolidWorks or SpaceClaim), etc..M.S in Mechanical engineering or related technical fieldsExperience with analytical tools and data analysisExperience in fundamentals of heat transfer and dynamics.Experience with mechanical design and be able to create and read 2D/3D model and drawing.Eager to learn and have strong ability to develop new methodologies for solving the problems.What Will Put You AheadPhD in Mechanical EngineeringFor this role, we anticipate paying $150,000 - $200,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.Hiring Philosophy