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Job Description
At General Motors, our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process, we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen, but to be felt. We're turning today's impossible into tomorrow's standard -from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design, intelligent software, and next-generation safety and entertainment features.
Every day, our products move millions of people as we aim to make driving safer, smarter, and more connected, shaping the future of transportation on a global scale.
Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Warren, MI three times per week, at minimum.
The Role
Lead crashworthiness development and occupant performance integration for GM vehicle programs, with a primary focus on frontal impact conditions. This role owns occupant system integration across the full vehicle development cycle, driving engineering projects with strong initiative, creativity, and independent judgment. The engineer provides technical direction and partners cross-functionally (safety, structures, restraints, CAE, testing) to deliver robust, compliant, and high-performing occupant protection solutions.
What You'll Do

• Understand and apply GM Safety CAE standard work procedures for delivering quality models and simulation results. Utilize GM Safety CAE standard work procedures for all simulations and ensure high quality models
• Perform Computer Aided Engineering simulations to evaluate occupant performance for high-speed frontal load cases, including restraints balancing/development for Occupant protection using LS-DYNA software.
• Using CAE to lead the vehicle design, generate feasible and timely vehicle design recommendations and technical solutions to meet safety performance targets for the vehicle program as documented in the Vehicle Technical Specifications (VTS). Balance safety requirements based on the results of crash simulations for the major safety load cases with other performance requirements.
• Work with engineering functions, program teams, suppliers, manufacturing, and others to implement design changes as required to achieve vehicle performance.
• Use advanced CAE tools and methods (Variation Study/DOE/DFSS/MDO) to optimize performance.
• Plan, prepare, execute and analyze post-test results for testing at the Vehicle Proving Grounds. Interpret measurements, conduct analysis, and compare CAE to test results. Effectively communicate results and proactively collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and verify solutions.
• Work with global teams in a collaborative environment.
• Present performance status at appropriate forums.
• Demonstrate GM Core Values and Behaviors.
• Travel to Milford Proving Grounds to support testing when required.

What You'll Need (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Physics from an accredited University
• 5+ years of relevant post-graduate industry experience
• Working knowledge of CAE and Validation tools: LS-DYNA, PRIMER, METAPOST, ANSA, HYPERWORKS, or other CAE tools
• Knowledge of engineering theory and application in automotive development
• Willingness to learn new skills and adapt expeditiously
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and with others
• High level of analytical ability to solve challenging problems and to integrate complex systems
• Knowledge of statistical and optimization tools and techniques
• High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to travel locally

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Master's or PhD in Engineering from an accredited University Mechanical, Biomechanics, Aero, Civil, Materials, Applied Physics.
• 5+ years of demonstrated proficiency with CAE or related engineering experience (DRE, validation, lab).
• Knowledge of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and Global Safety Requirements and Standards
• Working knowledge of Unigraphics, TeamCenter, and VisMockup
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and performance integration related applications

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GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc).This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}.The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role.This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
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