Simulation-Driven Engineering – How Modern Tools Transform Design, Validation, and Decision-Making

PEO York Chapter

Technical Workshop:

Simulation-Driven Engineering – How Modern Tools Transform Design, Validation, and Decision-Making

Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025 – 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

Location:

• In-Person at Courtyard Toronto Markham (65 Minthorn Blvd, Markham, ON)

*Venue space is limited. Please register as soon as possible. (Meal and refreshment will be provided.)

Registration: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/peo-york-chapter-simulation-driven-engineering-how-modern-tools-transfor-tickets

Event Information:

Engineering decisions increasingly rely on our ability to predict how systems behave before they are built — whether they deal with structures, fluids, heat transfer, electromagnetics, or complex multiphysics interactions. Modern simulation tools (FEA, CFD, EM, systems modeling, and digital twins) have become indispensable in engineering practice, yet many engineers remain unsure when and how to use them effectively.

This workshop introduces the fundamentals of simulation-driven engineering through real case studies, interactive examples, and demonstrations showing how digital models can validate assumptions, uncover hidden risks, and accelerate design cycles. We will demystify simulation workflows, explore best practices, and discuss where simulations can strengthen — or mislead — engineering judgment.

Participants will work through an applied mini-exercise where they interpret simulation results from a real engineering scenario and make design recommendations, reinforcing how simulation informs professional decision-making. Bringing a laptop is encouraged for a more interactive experience, but not required. For those participating hands-on, a system meeting basic specs (Windows 10, 8 GB RAM, and a dedicated graphics card supporting OpenGL 4.5) is recommended.

No prior simulation or software experience is needed, all software access will be provided. Once you register, you will receive your individual access code one week before the event, sent directly to the email you registered with.

Event Breakdown:

9:00 - 9:05 am      Opening Remarks
9:05 - 10:20 am    Workshop
10:20 – 10:45 am   Break
10:45 - 11:45 am   Interaction
11:45 - 12:00 pm   Q & A
12:00 - 1:00 pm     Professional Networking + Lunch

Our Speaker:

Andrew Gryguc, P.Eng., PhD.

Andrew Gryguć is an Assistant Professor (Teaching Stream) in the Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering at the University of Waterloo. He has over a decade of experience in the field of solid mechanics, structural analysis and finite element modelling. His research interests include, fatigue and fracture, cyclic plasticity modelling, and energy-based damage models for a variety of different materials. Furthermore, he has pioneered the understanding of the process-structure, property-performance relationship for forging of HCP materials, in particular, Mg alloys. Andrew has also spent almost a decade in the automotive industry as a structural analyst focusing on non-linear FE modelling, for structural, NVH, crash and durability objectives. Furthermore, he leverages his industrial experience to enhance his research program and teaching curriculum at both an undergrad and graduate level. In 2018 Andrew was the recipient of the Toyota Automotive Safety Award.

Regards, 
Elven Tsui, P.Eng.
Director, Business and Community Outreach
PEO York Chapter

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