NVH CAE Engineer

InDepth Engineering Solutions; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Auburn Hills is seeking an NVH Engineer to lead the development of structural NVH solutions. The role involves using CAE methods to optimize vehicle performance across various parameters. Ideal candidates should possess a strong engineering background with 8+ years of experience in vehicle NVH CAE, alongside proficiency in relevant software tools and scripting. Strong communication skills are essential for interfacing with cross-functional teams. This position offers a full-time contract with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of hands-on experience in vehicle structural NVH CAE.
• Strong understanding of structural dynamics and modal analysis.
• Proven experience meeting global NVH performance targets.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural NVH development using CAE.
• Develop and maintain high-fidelity full-vehicle CAE models.
• Drive weight and cost reduction initiatives.

Skills

Vehicle structural NVH expertise

Scripting proficiency (Python, TCL)

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

OptiStruct

Nastran

HyperWorks suite

ANSA

MetaPost

Job description

InDepth Engineering Solutions, LLC | Full time

Auburn Hills, United States | Posted on 03/05/2026

This position requires strong technical ownership in structural NVH simulation across the full vehicle development lifecycle, with the ability to influence design decisions using CAE-driven insights.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural NVH development using CAE, balancing durability, NVH, safety, weight, and cost targets.
• Develop, validate, and maintain high-fidelity full-vehicle and subsystem CAE models.
• Perform modal, frequency response, and vibration analyses at full-vehicle, trim body, and subsystem levels.
• Define and optimize structural load paths to achieve global modes, stiffness, and noise performance targets.
• Drive weight and cost reduction initiatives through optimization and lightweight material strategies.
• Correlate CAE results with physical test data and continuously improve model fidelity.
• Clearly communicate findings, risks, and recommended design actions to cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate with global engineering teams across design, testing, and program management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 8+ years of hands-on experience in vehicle structural NVH CAE.
• Strong understanding of structural dynamics, modal analysis, and first-principles mechanics.
• Proven experience meeting global NVH performance targets.
• Proficiency in scripting (Python, TCL, or equivalent) for automation and post-processing.
• Experience with OptiStruct, Nastran, HyperWorks suite, ANSA, and MetaPost.
• Experience with AI/ML-assisted CAE workflows.
• Experience across multiple vehicle architectures, including EVs and hybrid platforms.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence design decisions.