Lead Engineer

Magna International; India; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Seating in India seeks a CAE Model Developer to create high-quality Finite Element models of automotive seating systems, integrate them with BIW data, and ensure simulation readiness. You will perform crash simulations with LS-DYNA, assess THOR/WorldSID impacts, and conduct NVH analyses with OptiStruct to optimize seat comfort, safety, and performance.

The role offers exposure to global automotive technologies within Magna's innovative seating group and opportunities for career growth as

Qualifications

• Experience with CAE and FE modeling for automotive seating.
• Hands-on experience with LS-DYNA and NVH tools.
• Strong teamwork and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Develop and prepare FE models for seating systems.
• Integrate seat models with BIW and test fixtures.
• Execute crash simulations and assess injury criteria.
• Perform NVH analyses to improve comfort and durability.

Skills

Finite Element modeling

Crash simulation

NVH analysis

Tools

Hypermesh

PRIMER

ANSA

LS-DYNA

OptiStruct

Job description

Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection. What we offer: At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Group Summary: Magna is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of high quality complete seating systems. Our solution includes seating structures, mechanisms and hardware, as well as foam and trim products for global automotive, heavy truck and bus industries. Our capabilities include market and consumer research; full concept development; design and engineering capabilities; testing, validation and world-class manufacturing. Our award-winning seating solutions are developed from consumer research, finding the ease of operation to be comfortable, convenient and connected.

Job Responsibilities:

CAE Model Development

• Develop and prepare high-quality Finite Element (FE) models of automotive seating systems.
• Integrate seat models with BIW and test fixture datasets.
• Utilize pre-processing tools such as: Hypermesh (must) PRIMER (desired) ANSA (Optional)
• Ensure model quality, mesh integrity, and simulation readiness.

Crash Simulation & Analysis

• Set up, execute, and validate explicit/ implicit static & crash safety simulations using LS-DYNA.
• Evaluate non-linear explicit simulations for dynamic sled tests, whiplash assessment, and rear-impact requirements Occupant Injury Criteria: Managing predictions for thoracic trauma, femur loads, and neck injury parameters using advanced dummy models (e.g., THOR, WorldSID, BIORID II) Seat Comfort & Ergonomics: Evaluating H-point prediction, Backset (HRMD), pressure distribution, and whiplash assessments for optimal seating comfort.
• Investigate load paths, energy absorption mechanisms, and structural failure modes.

NVH Simulation & Analysis

• Perform NVH analyses using OptiStruct, including: Modal Analysis Frequency Response Function (FRF) Analysis Transmissibility and Enforced Acceleration Awareness

Unity, Empowerment: At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law. AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies. Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making. If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.

Worker Type: Regular / Permanent Group: Magna Seating We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That’s why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people. In the right environment, your ideas can turn into industry-changing automotive technologies and improve the lives of people around the world. Let's create the future of mobility, together.

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