Occupant Safety CAE Engineer

HTC Global; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Health benefits

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Career development

Job summary

HTC Global Services is seeking an Occupant Safety CAE Engineer in Michigan to develop occupant CAE models and support next-generation vehicle platforms, including EVs. The role involves cross-functional collaboration across design, crash safety, and suppliers to ensure accurate, validated simulations.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years in occupant safety CAE, experience with nonlinear FE analysis, and knowledge of safety regulations, capable of solving complex problems independently and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• Minimum 2 years in Occupant Safety CAE.
• Experience designing and launching safety systems from concept to production.
• Knowledge of global passive safety regulations and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop occupant CAE models using LS-DYNA for vehicle crash modes.
• Collaborate with crash safety and program design teams on occupant safety.
• Work with design, release teams and suppliers to ensure model correlation and validation.
• Perform DOE and DFSS studies to meet performance while considering cost/weight.

Skills

CAE engineering

Cross-functional teamwork

DOE/DFSS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

LS-DYNA

Finite Element Analysis

Job description

Location: Michigan (MI) | Employment Type: Full Time - 40 hours per week | Job Level: T3 | Work Preference: Hybrid | Job Code: 246019

Job Description:

Job Title: Occupant Safety CAE Engineer

Overview / Summary

We are seeking an Occupant Safety CAE Engineer responsible for developing occupant Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) models across multiple stages of vehicle development. This role involves supporting the design, engineering, development, and launch of next-generation vehicle platform architectures, including electric vehicles.

The ideal candidate will have experience in occupant safety CAE, crash simulation, mechanical engineering, and passive safety systems. The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop efficient vehicle architectures and improve occupant safety performance across various crash scenarios.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop occupant CAE models using LS-DYNA for various vehicle crash modes.
• Collaborate with vehicle crash safety and program design teams to support occupant safety development.
• Work with design and release teams and component suppliers to ensure CAE models are properly correlated and validated.
• Conduct Design of Experiments (DOE) and Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) studies using optimization tools to meet performance requirements while considering cost and weight constraints.
• Support rapid concept development of new and emerging engineering solutions.
• Optimize the performance of occupant safety components, including airbags, seat belts, steering columns, seats, instrument panels, and interior trim.
• Collaborate with structural engineering teams to address challenges affecting occupant performance targets.
• Support the development of standard work procedures to ensure high-quality CAE models and simulation results.
• Work cross-functionally to identify and resolve technical challenges while meeting engineering requirements.
• Participate in design reviews and present engineering concepts and recommendations.
• Recommend design improvements and refinements to enhance vehicle safety performance.
• Support occupant safety attribute delivery through high-quality CAE models throughout all vehicle development phases, including Start of Production (SOP).

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Occupant Safety CAE.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience designing and launching safety systems from concept through production.
• Knowledge of global passive safety regulations and publicly available safety requirements.
• Experience with nonlinear finite element analysis and model correlation.
• Strong technical expertise in safety engineering and simulation.
• Ability to apply first-principles engineering approaches to problem-solving.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within diverse, cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creative, motivated, and adaptable approach to engineering challenges.

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HTC Global Services wants you to join our team. Come build new things with us and advance your career. At HTC Global, you’ll collaborate with experts, work alongside clients, and be part of high-performing teams driving success together. You’ll have long-term opportunities to grow your career and develop skills in the latest emerging technologies.

At HTC Global Services, our employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits can include Group Health (Medical, Dental, and Vision), Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401(k) matching, Group Life and Disability insurance, Professional Development opportunities, Wellness programs, and a variety of other perks.

Our success as a company is built on inclusion and diversity. HTC Global Services is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, where every employee is treated with dignity and respect. We celebrate differences and believe that diverse cultures, perspectives, and skills drive innovation and success. HTC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a proud National Minority Supplier. We seek to empower each individual, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, included, and respected.

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