Early Career Virtual/Computer Aided Engineer

General Motors; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation benefits

GM vehicle discounts

Health and wellbeing benefits

Job summary

General Motors at the Warren, MI Global Technical Center – Cole Engineering Center is seeking an entry-level CAE engineer to set up and run simulations, analyze results, and collaborate across cross-functional teams. The role offers structured CAE onboarding, mentorship, and exposure to Thermal, Safety, Body, and Propulsion topics.

You will work on FEA/CFD/multibody analyses, learn to post-process results, and contribute to design reviews while growing your CAE skillset in a hands-on environment.

Qualifications

• H hands-on experience with CAE tools from coursework, projects, or internships.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Interest in automation and scripting (Python) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run simulation-based analyses (FEA, CFD, multibody dynamics) to support design decisions.
• Analyze results, create plots, and present findings for reviews.
• Collaborate with engineering, design, manufacturing, validation, suppliers, and programs.
• Help resolve vehicle issues using virtual methods to explore options.
• Promote use of virtual engineering and analytics to improve speed and quality.

Skills

CAE tools

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Python scripting

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Engineering

MS/PhD welcome

Tools

NASTRAN

OptiStruct

LS-DYNA

Job description

GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the office three times per week, atminimum.

Location:

Warren, Michigan - GM Global Technical Center – Cole Engineering Center

Join General Motors’ Virtual Design, Development & Validation (VDDV) team and help shape the future of vehicle development using advanced simulation and virtual tools. In this early-career role,you’lllearn from experts, build your CAE skills, and see your work influence real vehicles from concept through production.

Whatyou’lldo

• Set up and run simulation-based analyses (FEA, CFD, multibody dynamics, and related tools) to support key vehicle design decisions.
• Analyze and post-process results, create plots, and summarize findings for design and program reviews.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners (engineering, design, manufacturing, validation, suppliers, and program teams).
• Help resolve vehicle issues quickly by using virtual methods to explore design options and tradeoffs.
• Champion the use of virtual engineering, AI, automation, and analytics to improve speed and built-in quality.

You’llreceive structured onboarding and CAE training, mentorship from senior VDDV engineers and Technical Specialists, and exposure over time to areas such as Thermal, Safety, Body, and Propulsion/Electrification.

Areas you could work in

• Thermal, Chassis & Aerodynamics – aerodynamics, thermal management, vehicle dynamics, chassis systems.
• Safety – crashworthiness, occupant restraints, pedestrian protection, battery structural performance, ADAS simulations.
• Body – comfort (thermal, physical, NVH), body/exterior/closure structures.
• Propulsion & Electrification – Ultium batteries, e-motors, drive units, power electronics, and related systems.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace, or related Engineering (MS/PhD welcome).
• Hands-on experience with CAE tools from coursework, projects, research, or internships.
• Understanding ofmaterial properties and exposure to FEA/CFD/multibody dynamics; familiarity with CAE modeling tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; ability to work both independently and on teams.
• Proficiencywith MS Office and Google tools; interest in automation/scripting (e.g., Python) is a plus.

What sets you apart (nice to have)

• PriorCAE or simulation internship/research experience.
• Experience with NASTRAN,OptiStruct, LS-DYNA or similar tools.
• Exposure toautomotive testing, manufacturing processes, or vehicle assembly.
• Leadership in classes, projects, competitions, or service organizations; curiosity aboutnew technologyand competitive products.

You are an early-career engineer (recent or soon-to-be graduate) excited to learn, grow, and use virtual engineering to help deliver world-class vehicles.

Whatyou’llget from us (Benefits):

• GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs.Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuitionassistanceprograms, employeeassistanceprogram, GM vehicle discounts and more.
• This job may be eligible forrelocationbenefits.