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CAE Junior Engineer Differential Assembly (mfd)


Job Location:

Aachen - Germany

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 8 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 5 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Come Innovate Motion with Us

We are seeking a highly motivated Graduate CAE Engineer specializing in Differential Assembly systems to support the development of next-generation Differential and Electric Drive Unit (EDU) products. The role focuses on developing simulation capability through structural and durability analyses of drivetrain components and assemblies under the guidance of experienced engineers. This person will work closely with design testing manufacturing and project teams to support simulation-driven product development from concept through validation. The position offers structured technical development through collaboration with the global international engineering teams contributing to the long-term establishment of CAE simulation capability within Johnson Electric.

Your responsibilities will be to:

  • Perform CAE analyses for differential assemblies including housings gears shafts and related drivetrain components

  • Develop finite element models for structural and durability simulations

  • Support design optimization to achieve weight durability and performance targets

  • Support the correlation of simulation results with laboratory and validation test data

  • Collaborate with design engineers throughout the product development process

  • Participate in design reviews DFMEA activities and technical risk assessments

  • Prepare simulation reports and technical documentation

  • Support prototype validation activities and engineering issue resolution

  • Work closely with the global simulation teams to develop local CAE capability and engineering best practices

  • Continuously develop technical knowledge through structured training and mentoring

Our requirements:

  • Masters degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering Automotive Engineering Aerospace Engineering or a related engineering discipline

  • Fresh Graduate or up to 2 years of relevant engineering experience

  • Internship research project or university experience in CAE/FEA is preferred

  • Experience in drivetrains or transmission systems is an advantage

  • Basic knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and structural mechanics and knowledge of mechanical design principles

  • Basic understanding of durability fatigue and contact simulations

  • Experience with ANSYS Abaqus HyperMesh or similar CAE software is preferred

  • Basic understanding of automotive product development processes (APQP DFMEA and Validation)

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to work in an international and cross-functional engineering environment

  • Strong willingness to learn and develop simulation expertise

  • Willingness to relocate to China for long-term career development (after approximately 2-3 years in the role)

  • Willingness to travel internationally for technical training and engineering collaboration

  • Native Chinese speaker or fluent Mandarin is required

  • Proficient in English (spoken and written) and German language skills would be an advantage

What we offer:

  • Work-life balance: through flexible working hours and 6 weeks of vacation

  • The opportunity to develop your professional skills thanks to the wide range of products we manufacture

  • Modern workspaces good transport connections free parking in the car park health promotion business bike company pension scheme regular company events company football and much more

Come join our global inclusive & diverse team


Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity knowledge skills creativity and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our companys most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected regardless of their age gender race ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.


Required Experience:

Junior IC


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Johnson Electric Holdings puts a lot of power in small places. Founded in 1959 in Hong Kong, the company designs and manufactures a slew of motion products, flexible interconnects, switches, and control systems. Customers are concentrated in the automotive industry, and, to a lesser e ... View more

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