CAE Body Structure Engineer

About the role

The Body systems VDDV Engineer is responsible for supporting the move to virtual engineering by leading the design and integration of body and closures systems. This position involves working closely with partner teams throughout Virtual Design Development and Validation (VDDV), Design, Vehicle Performance, Validation, and Global Vehicle Hardware Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis to lead and execute the development of new architectures and subsequent variants.
• Drive the design through appropriate analyses, deep dive efficient / integrated design solutions, provide clear design direction to partners and confirm performance.
• Create and execute Finite Element Analysis (FEA) plans for assigned projects.
• Lead CAE suppliers and internal resources to meet program milestones and deliverables.
• Recommend viable design solutions to resolve any performance issues with mass & cost efficiency.
• Interface with the SMT, validation, structure integration, N&V, and safety integration engineers to assure balance of vehicle structure requirements and design solutions.
• Conduct topology optimization to identify architectural load paths to close the gap to requirements and implement enablers into the math released.
• Participate in Product Development Teams (PDTs) to provide technical guidance based on CAE analysis.
• Plan, support and implement development projects to enhance virtual methods.
• Enhance efficiency and quality by identifying / developing process automation tools.
• Help identify strategic opportunities for innovating processes and methods.
• Document analysis performance for program management and CAE report documentation (Virtual Validation) as required.
• Stay abreast of new technology, competitive products, and latest CAE tools/trends.
• Advocate for adoption of virtual methods for vehicle design, development, and validation.

Requirements

• BS Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Undergraduate coursework in Strength of Materials and Engineering Mechanics.
• 2+ years’ experience in Linear Analysis (NASTRAN/OPTISTRUCT or equivalent), Quasi-Static Analysis (LS DYNA) and optimization / diagnostic tools (Genesis).

Qualifications

• MS in Engineering.
• 4+ years’ experience in Linear Analysis (NASTRAN/OPTISTRUCT or equivalent), Quasi-Static Analysis (LS DYNA) and optimization / diagnostic tools (Genesis).

Skills & Abilities

• Familiarity with a variety of CAE modeling tools and demonstrated application of AI.
• Exhibits appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with business partners to meet mutual goals.
• Prominent ability to work in teams, balancing technical theory with practical limitations.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Benefits

GM offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more details, please refer to the Benefits Overview section.