CAE Engineer AB

Joyson Safety Systems; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Joyson Safety Systems seeks an experienced CAE Engineer to join our Americas CAE & Systems Performance team in Auburn Hills. You will develop advanced FE models, run simulations, and drive optimization for airbags, seatbelts, and steering systems. Collaborate across functions to deliver validated, robust safety solutions.

You will correlate simulations with tests, perform DOE studies, and present findings to leadership and customers, contributing to cutting-edge occupant protection technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 5–10 years experience in FEM/CAE for automotive components.
• Experience with HyperMesh, LS-DYNA, HyperWorks.
• Knowledge of airbag and seatbelt modeling is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality 3D FE models of restraint system components.
• Run CAE simulations to support design, development, and validation.
• Correlate CAE with test data and recommend design improvements.
• Lead DOE, parameter studies and optimization analyses.
• Collaborate with design teams and customers to support programs.
• Present results and recommendations to teams and management.

Skills

CAE simulations

FEM modeling

DOE studies

Cross-functional teamwork

Strong communication

Automotive safety

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomechanics, Crashworthiness, Biomedical Engineering, or related field

Tools

HyperMesh

LS-DYNA

HyperWorks

Job description

Together We Saves Lives by Innovation!

The keys to success are yours at Joyson Safety Systems! We are a global leader in design, development and manufacturing of safety-critical systems and components for automotive and non-automotive markets. We are dedicated to delivering life-saving technology to customers worldwide. Joyson Safety Systems harnesses collaboration and innovation to ensure quality and exemplary service for our customers worldwide. Our company is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA, with a global network of more than 30,000 employees in 22 countries.

Job Details

• Date: Nov 9, 2026
• Company: Joysonsafety
• Job Function: R&D
• Job Type:
• Location: Auburn Hills, US
• Country/Region: US
• Requisition ID: 3541

Job Overview

Joyson Safety Systems (JSS) is seeking an experienced CAE Engineer to join our Americas CAE & Systems Performance team. In this role, you will support the research, development, validation, and optimization of advanced automotive safety systems, including airbags, seatbelts, steering wheels, and related occupant protection technologies.

As a key member of the engineering organization, you will leverage simulation and testing methodologies to evaluate product performance, support new product development, and deliver innovative solutions that enhance vehicle safety. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge occupant safety technologies and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and global customers.

The ideal candidate is a technically strong and detail-oriented engineer with a passion for automotive safety, advanced simulation tools, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality 3D finite element (FE) models of restraint system components and subsystems using HyperMesh and other commercial pre-processing tools in accordance with internal and customer modeling standards.
• Perform CAE simulations and analyses to support the design, development, and validation of automotive safety products, including:
  • Airbag deployment and performance
  • Seatbelt systems
  • Steering wheel systems
  • Structural integrity and durability
  • Occupant restraint performance
  • Product optimization studies
• Correlate CAE models with physical test results and recommend design improvements to optimize performance, manufacturability, and robustness.
• Analyze component and system-level test data, high-speed video, and test reports to support model development and validation activities.
• Conduct Design of Experiments (DOE), parameter studies, and optimization analyses to improve product performance and engineering efficiency.
• Partner with product design, systems engineering, testing laboratories, and customer engineering teams to support development programs and resolve technical challenges.
• Present simulation results, technical conclusions, and design recommendations to engineering teams, management, and customers.
• Continuously improve CAE methodologies, automation tools, workflows, and best practices, including the implementation of AI-assisted engineering processes where appropriate.
• Support the development and validation of material and component models through collaboration with laboratory testing teams.

Required Technical Skills

Required Software Experience

• HyperMesh / HyperWorks
• LS-DYNA
• Primer

Preferred Software Experience

• PAM-CRASH
• SimFolder
• MADYMO
• RADIOSS
• OptiStruct

Additional Preferred Skills

• Python, TCL, or other CAE automation/scripting tools
• Statistical analysis and DOE methodologies
• Experience with AI-enabled engineering workflows

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline is required. Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomechanics, Crashworthiness, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• 5-10 years of experience applying principles of mechanics, material science, finite element modeling (FEM), and CAE simulation within the automotive, transportation, or related industry.
• 5-10 years of hands‑on experience performing structural, durability, crashworthiness, occupant safety, fatigue, or computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analyses for mechanical components and systems using HyperMesh, LS-DYNA, HyperWorks, or equivalent commercial CAE software.
• 5-10 years of experience developing, correlating, validating, and optimizing CAE models for automotive components or systems. Experience with airbag and seatbelt modeling, restraint systems, occupant protection systems, and test correlation is strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting automotive OEM and Tier 1 development programs is preferred.
• Knowledge of vehicle safety standards, crashworthiness principles, occupant protection systems, and product development processes is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret complex simulation and test data and translate findings into actionable engineering recommendations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present technical information to cross‑functional teams, leadership, and customers.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast‑paced engineering environment while managing multiple projects and priorities.

Why Join Joyson Safety Systems?

At Joyson Safety Systems, our mission is to save lives through innovative safety technologies. Our engineers play a critical role in developing the next generation of occupant protection systems that help make vehicles safer around the world. Joining our team provides the opportunity to work on advanced technologies, collaborate with global experts, and contribute directly to products that protect millions of people every day.

Be part of the team that is engineering the future of automotive safety.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and does not discriminate in any employment or employee relations based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran’s status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.

Joyson Safety Systems does not provide immigration related sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if you will need JSS immigration sponsorship (e.g. H-1B, TN, OPT, etc.) now or in the future.

Joyson Safety Systems manages its recruitment processes internally. We do not accept resumes or profiles submitted by external agencies or headhunters that do not have an approved service agreement through the Joyson Safety Systems Purchasing department.

Any resumes sent to any employee of our organization without an approved contract will be treated as public information and will be considered free of charge. We will not recognize any fees or assume any financial responsibility arising from the hiring of candidates whose profiles have been submitted to Joyson.