Durability CAE Engineer

Stellantis NV; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Well-being Coverage

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer hours program

Job summary

Stellantis NV in Alabama seeks a Vehicle Durability CAE Engineer to design, simulate, and validate vehicle components for durability and structural performance. You will use FEA and MBD tools to predict issues across full vehicle platforms and work with design teams to ensure feasible solutions.

You will perform simulations, analyze results, and communicate findings to leadership, while updating models based on new designs and test feedback. Mastery of CAE tools and fatigue theory is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, structural, civil, or automotive engineering.
• At least 8 years of CAE durability analysis experience.
• Proficiency with ANSA, Abaqus, Nastran and Metapost; familiarity with nCode or DesignLife.
• Strong understanding of fatigue theory and vehicle suspension systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute CAE simulations to assess durability performance of vehicle structures and components.
• Coordinate with test engineers to correlate simulation results with physical test data.
• Perform root cause analysis of failures observed during physical validation testing and propose corrective actions.
• Document and present findings to cross-functional teams and leadership.
• Maintain and update simulation models based on latest design iterations and test feedback.

Skills

CAE durability analysis

Fatigue theory

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Structural/Civil/Automotive Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

ANSA

Abaqus

Nastran

Metapost

nCode

DesignLife

ADAMS

Job description

The Vehicle Durability CAE Engineeris responsible forthe design, simulation, and validation of vehicle components and systems to meet durability and structural performance targets. This roleleveragesfinite element analysis (FEA) and multi-body dynamics (MBD) tools to predict and resolve durability issues across full vehicle platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute CAE simulations to assess durability performance of vehicle structures and components.
• Use tools such asANSA,Abaqus,NastranandnCODEto model and analyze full vehicle systems.
• Collaborate with design engineering to ensure feasibility of proposed solutions and alignment with DSM (Durability Strength & Misuse) requirements.
• Perform root cause analysis of failuresobservedduring physical validation testing and propose corrective actions.
• Conduct post-processing of simulation data including damage calculations, load histograms, and comparative assessments.
• Document and present findings to cross-functional teams and leadership.
• Maintain and update simulation models based on latest design iterations and test feedback.
• Coordinate with test engineers to correlate simulation results with physical test data.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical,Structural, Civil, Automotive Engineering or related field.
• Minimum8yearsof experience in CAE durability analysis.
• ProficiencyinANSA,Abaqus,NastranandMetapost.
• Strong understanding of vehicle suspension systems, structural mechanics and fatigue theory.
• Familiarity withnCodeorDesignLifefor fatigue analysis.
• Ability to interpret real-world and simulation data to ensure model fidelity.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Engineering.
• Experience withADAMSfor multi-body dynamics modeling is a plus.

Our Benefits — Designed with You in Mind

Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage

From your very first day, you'll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.

Generous Paid Time Off

We believe in work-life balance. That's why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans

We help you plan for the future with:

• An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
• An employer contribution, even if you don't contribute

Income Protection & Insurance Options

Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs — because your peace of mind matters.

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.

Family Building Benefit

We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.

Support for Your Growth and Giving Back

We believe in investing in your future and your passions:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan refinancing programs
• 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community

And so much more!

When you join us, you're not just building a career — you're joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.