Brake Systems CAE Virtual Integration Lead

General Motors; Warren (MI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors is seeking a Brake Systems VDDV Virtual Integration Engineer to drive high-fidelity CAE for brake system design, integration and validation across vehicle programs.

You will develop simulations, present actionable results, and collaborate with PDT/VPIT teams to advance virtual test methods and data-driven workflows. The role emphasizes leadership, innovation and cross-domain problem solving.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical or Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering or similar field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in CFD and/or FEA.
• 2+ years of experience in analyzing, design and/or testing for brake noise.

Responsibilities

• Create structural and/or CFD simulation for brake system design, development, and validation.
• Present results and generate actionable recommendations.
• Actively engage in Brake Product Development Teams (PDT).
• Actively engage in Vehicle Performance Integration Team meetings (VPIT).
• Collaborate with design release, development, and validation engineers to lead new virtual test and validation methods.
• Develop, track, and update CAE portion of Analysis, Development, and Validation plan.
• Write clear engineering reports documenting analysis work.
• Oversee integrated supplier CAE activities and provide technical direction.
• Participate in Statement of Requirements (SOR) process.
• Lead development of new CAE techniques to improve model accuracy and/or efficiency.

Skills

CFD/FEA

Brake noise analysis

ABAQUS

DesignLife

LS-Dyna

SimSolid

OptiStruct

Star CCM+

Leadership

Analytical ability

Education

BS in Mechanical or Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

LS-Dyna

ABAQUS

SimSolid

OptiStruct

Star CCM+

DesignLife

Job description

General Motors is seeking a Brake Systems VDDV Virtual Integration Engineer to drive high-fidelity CAE for brake system design, integration and validation across vehicle programs.

You will develop simulations, present actionable results, and collaborate with PDT/VPIT teams to advance virtual test methods and data-driven workflows. The role emphasizes leadership, innovation and cross-domain problem solving.