Computer Aided Engineer

General Motors Corporation; Warren (MI); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors seeks an experienced CAE engineer to perform seat structure analyses using FEA tools and NX models. You will plan and execute FEA studies, generate VDDV/validation models, and drive design solutions to meet performance requirements.

You will correlate analysis with physical tests, update procedures, and communicate findings across engineering teams while advancing seat safety and comfort in hybrid work settings.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical/Automotive/Aerospace engineering or related field.
• Minimum two years of CAE/engineering experience in seat design or automotive structures.
• Experience with linear and non-linear FEA methods and CAE tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform seat FEA and subsystems analysis to meet performance targets.
• Develop FEA plans, model creation, and results documentation.
• Correlate FEA results with physical tests and update models.
• Lead design recommendations to meet mass and cost constraints.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to meet milestones.

Skills

Nastran

OptiStruct

LS-DYNA

Seat analysis

Materials properties

NX

Crashworthiness

Head impact

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

NX

Nastran

OptiStruct

LS-DYNA

Job description

Job Description DUTIES: Performs seat comfort and structural analysis on assigned seat projects at the vehicle system level. Uses Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and other analysis methods to assess and lead seat STO and designs. Develops Finite Element Analysis (FEA) plans for assigned project. Participates in the creation of assigned subsystem Finite Element Analysis (FEA) models. Motivates CAE suppliers and internal resources to meet program milestones and deliverables. Completes FEA analysis including the production of VDDV models from NX math and execution of documented VDDV models per assigned projects. Performs FEA analysis such as H Point/TA, seat comfort analysis using pressure distribution, Seat/Seat Belt Anchorage Strength, Child Restraint Anchorage Strength, Front/Rear Impact, Head Impact, whiplash etc., and lead seat STO and designs to meet performance requirements. Compares FEA results to performance requirements and recommend viable design solutions. Correlates analysis results to physical test and update FEA models and FEA procedures and document results in FEA reports. Generates technical solutions for current, new, and major programs. Performs sophisticated design analysis. Develops engineering designs, including subsystems. Performs virtual assessment of designs and compare results to performance requirements. Initiates design solutions to resolve any performance issues with mass and cost efficiency. Implements engineering changes and specifies and balances system requirements. Plans and implements test and development programs and stays abreast of new technology. Communicates, coordinates, and consults with engineering departments and customers. Hybrid Work Policy - 3 days In-office, 2 days remote - Must be able to report to local office. 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