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Redolent, Inc.

Design and Release Engineer

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site

$38 - $43.50/hr

... safety. • DVP&R (Design Verification Plan & Report): Contribute to the creation of DVP&R ... Participate in CAE (Computer-Aided Engineering) reviews with the CAE team. Provide input, evaluate ...

Optimal Inc.

Applications Engineer

Dearborn, MI · On-site

... CAE correlation reviews, optimizing reinforcement strategies, working with safety and attribute ... D&R Engineer Working knowledge of Catia V5/V6 and/or 3DX CAD is preferred Recent product ...

Optimal Inc.

Application Engineer

Dearborn, MI · On-site

The engineer will lead the following design engineering activities from pre-program through launch ... CAE correlation reviews, optimizing reinforcement strategies, working with safety and attribute ...

Epitec

Applications Engineer General

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$40 - $42/hr

Structures Design & Release Engineer Location: Dearborn, MI (Hybrid) Employment Type: Full-Time ... CAE correlation reviews, optimizing reinforcement strategies, working with safety and attribute ...

Optimal Inc.

Application Engineer

Dearborn, MI · Hybrid

... CAE correlation reviews, optimizing reinforcement strategies, working with safety and attribute ... D&R Engineer Working knowledge of Catia V5/V6 and/or 3DX CAD is preferred Recent product ...

Optimal

Product Engineer -Sheet Metal

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

... CAE correlation reviews, optimizing reinforcement strategies, working with safety and attribute ... D&R Engineer Working knowledge of Catia V5/V6 and/or 3DX CAD is preferred Recent product ...

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What is a CAE Safety Engineer?

A CAE (Computer-Aided Engineering) Safety Engineer is responsible for using simulation and modeling tools to assess and improve vehicle safety performance. They analyze crash scenarios, study structural integrity, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Their work helps optimize designs for occupant protection, pedestrian safety, and crashworthiness. CAE Safety Engineers collaborate with design, testing, and regulatory teams to enhance vehicle safety through virtual validation before physical prototyping.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a CAE Safety Engineer?

As a CAE Safety Engineer, you can expect to spend your days performing crash simulations, analyzing test results, and preparing detailed reports outlining vehicle safety performance. You’ll work closely with design teams to recommend modifications that enhance occupant protection and ensure compliance with safety standards. Collaboration with testing engineers, project managers, and regulatory teams is common to align digital models with real-world testing. Staying current with evolving safety regulations and incorporating new methodologies into your simulations are also important parts of the job. This dynamic workflow offers continuous learning and opportunities to impact overall vehicle safety.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the CAE Safety Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a CAE Safety Engineer, you need a background in mechanical or automotive engineering, proficiency in safety analysis, and experience with simulation-based design. Expertise in CAE tools such as LS-DYNA, HyperMesh, PAM-CRASH, and familiarity with safety regulations like FMVSS or Euro NCAP are typically required. Strong analytical thinking, effective teamwork, and clear communication make you stand out in this role. These skills are essential to ensure that vehicle safety systems are thoroughly tested, compliant with regulatory standards, and effectively integrated into the engineering process.

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Senior Safety Performance Engineer

Stellantis

Auburn Hills, MI • On-site

$98K - $135K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 hours ago

Stellantis rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 131 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

13th of 45 rated automakers

Job description

The Senior Safety Performance Engineer is responsible for leading the safety development activities for their assigned vehicle programs to ensure all identified safety functional objectives are achieved on time. They are responsible for supporting impact script development, identifying design enablers, executing component and full vehicle test plans.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Safety development, customer functional objectives target setting, and vehicle level test plan execution; specifically, for the vehicle crash regulatory and third-party ratings
  • Support the vehicle integration and validation process by owning safety performance, leading the attribute team, and supporting tech club and vehicle program requests.
  • This engineer will influence the designs and investigate vehicle issues to determine the root cause, issue the appropriate documentation for issue resolution, and lead the team where issue crosses multiple vehicle disciplines.
  • Be responsible for physical testing and component testing, planning, vehicle build and test prep and execution from concept through launch, including interacting with CAE team for virtual validation.
  • This position requires some travel to Chelsea Proving Grounds

The Safety Performance Engineer must possess a strong technical acumen, exceptional communication/organizational skills.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent 
  • Minimum of 5 years of vehicle development and safety development experience  
  • Experience guiding vehicle design using virtual analysis, and physical testing
  • Broad knowledge of vehicle regulatory and 3rd party requirements
  • Experience dealing with cross-functional (Durability, Safety, NVH, Aero) issues
  • Strategic thinking, strong leadership, and interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrated ability to summarize and present work

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Strategic thinking, strong leadership, and interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrated ability to summarize and present work
  • Good presentation skills, problem solving ability
  • Good knowledge of vehicle structures
  • Good knowledge of fundamental physics and structural engineering principles.
  • Excellent organizational, communication and teamwork skills
  • Experience leading teams and solving complex issue
  • Experience dealing with cross-functional issues related to restraints or structures
  • Previous laboratory, design release, CAE and hands-on crashworthiness expertise is a plus
  • Knowledge of CATIA/NX/TC, Hypergraph, data/film analysis, and advanced simulation techniques

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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