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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for cae crash safety in the United States is $103,058.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $77,000.00 and $133,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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As a CAE Crash Safety engineer, you will be responsible for setting up and executing crash simulations, analyzing test results, and recommending design changes to improve vehicle safety. Your work involves close collaboration with design engineers, materials specialists, and physical test teams to ensure simulation data aligns with real-world crash test outcomes. You’ll also document findings, present results to stakeholders, and contribute to the refinement of automotive safety systems. This role often requires managing multiple simulation projects at once and staying up-to-date with evolving safety standards and simulation technologies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the CAE Crash Safety position?

To thrive in a CAE Crash Safety role, you need strong expertise in mechanical engineering, physics, and vehicle safety regulations, typically backed by a relevant engineering degree. Proficiency in CAE software such as LS-DYNA, HyperMesh, and familiarity with crash simulation methodologies are crucial, along with relevant certifications like Six Sigma or ISO standards knowledge. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and effective communication are key soft skills for this position. These skills ensure accurate crash analysis, effective teamwork, and development of safer vehicle designs that meet industry regulations.

What is a CAE Crash Safety?

A CAE Crash Safety job involves using Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) tools to simulate and analyze vehicle crash scenarios. Engineers in this role develop and validate crash models to improve vehicle safety, meet regulatory requirements, and optimize structural performance. They work closely with design and test teams to enhance crashworthiness while reducing development costs and time.

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Development Lead - Front End Closures

Stellantis

Auburn Hills, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago


Stellantis rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 130 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

13th of 44 rated automakers


Job description

Job Title: Body Closures Development Lead – Front End Closures

Department: Vehicle Engineering / Body Engineering

Reports To: Body Closures Engineering Manager

Location: Auburn Hills, MI Chrysler Technical Center

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview:

The Body Closures Development Lead is responsible for leading the design, development and validation of front-end closure systems including hoods, fenders and hinges. This role ensures that closure systems and standards meet performance, durability, safety, manufacturing, cost, and quality targets throughout the product development lifecycle.

The Development Lead Engineer coordinates cross-functional teams across design, CAE, manufacturing, supplier engineering, purchasing, and program management to deliver production-ready closure systems for new vehicle programs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead engineers for development of body closure systems from concept through production launch
  • Own closure system performance targets including fit & finish, sealing, stiffness, NVH, durability, ergonomics, and safety
  • Manage technical deliverables aligned with vehicle program timing and milestones
  • Lead cross-functional design reviews, best practice alignment and conformance and engineering sign-offs
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Engineering Development:

  • Lead engineers to develop and release closure system components including:
  • Hood assemblies
  • Hinges
  • Struts / props
  • Fenders and brackets
  • System level interfaces and functions
  • Ensure compliance with vehicle packaging, crash safety, and regulatory requirements
  • Drive robust design solutions balancing mass, cost, manufacturability, and performance

Supplier & Manufacturing Collaboration:

  • Lead technical collaboration with tier-1 suppliers and tooling vendors
  • Support design for manufacturing (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) activities
  • Work with manufacturing teams on stamping feasibility, hemming processes, assembly strategy, and tolerance stack-ups
  • Support tooling kick-off, best practice and production readiness reviews

Validation & Testing:

  • Define and support validation plans, durability testing, slam testing, corrosion testing
  • Environmental sealing validation
  • Structural and stiffness validation
  • Work with CAE teams to ensure simulation results meet program targets

Launch Support:

  • Support prototype builds and pre-production builds
  • Resolve engineering issues identified during DV/PV testing and manufacturing trials
  • Provide engineering support during vehicle launch activities

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field
  • Minimum of 8 years of automotive engineering experience with focus on body structures or closures

Proven experience developing:

  • Door systems
  • Hood or liftgate systems
  • Hinges and latch systems
  • Experience with automotive product development processes (APQP, DFMEA, DV/PV testing).
  • Strong understanding of sheet metal design, stamping, hemming, and assembly processes.
  • Proficiency with CAD tools (CATIA, NX, or equivalent).
  • Experience working with tier-1 suppliers.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience leading engineers or technical teams.
  • Knowledge of tolerance stack-up analysis and GD&T.
  • Familiarity with aluminum and mixed-material closure systems.
  • Experience with electric vehicle platforms and lightweighting strategies

Key Competencies:

  • Technical leadership
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Problem solving and root cause analysis
  • Program management and prioritization
  • Communication and stakeholder alignment

Key Performance Metrics:

  • Closure system performance against NVH, durability, and fit/finish targets
  • On-time engineering deliverables aligned with program milestones
  • Cost and mass targets achievement
  • Successful DV/PV validation and launch readiness

Our Benefits — Designed with You in Mind

Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage
From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.

Generous Paid Time Off
We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans
We help you plan for the future with:

  • An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
  • An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute

Income Protection & Insurance Options
Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs — because your peace of mind matters.

Company Vehicle Lease Program
Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.

Family Building Benefit
We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.

Support for Your Growth and Giving Back
We believe in investing in your future and your passions:

  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Student loan refinancing programs
  • 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community

And so much more!
When you join us, you’re not just building a career — you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.


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