Safety Performance Integration Engineer - Structure Performance (GPSSC)

General Motors Company; Warren (MI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors Warren, MI is seeking a Safety Performance Integration Engineer for Structure Performance to advance crash safety across future vehicle programs. You will lead CAE-based evaluations of structure, synthesize test results, and coordinate with global teams to deliver robust safety designs.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and 4+ years of LS-DYNA/virtual CAE experience; FMVSS knowledge a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mechanical preferred, or related field of study
• 4+ years of experience in virtual CAE and/or physical testing relating to vehicle development
• Knowledge of LS-DYNA; ability to perform CAE simulations

Responsibilities

• Understand and apply GM Safety CAE standard work procedures for delivering quality models and simulation results
• Perform CAE simulations to evaluate crashworthiness for high-speed load cases
• Synthesize results and provide design recommendations to meet safety performance targets
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers to implement design changes

Skills

LS-DYNA

CAE design

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s or PhD in Engineering/Physics/Math

Tools

ANSA

Unigraphics

TeamCenter

VisMockup

Job description

Safety Performance Integration Engineer - Structure Performance (GPSSC)### Safety Performance Integration Engineer - Structure Performance (GPSSC)Apply: Hybrid: Warren, Michigan, United States of America: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR-202620928**Job Description**At General Motors, our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process, we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen, but to be felt. We’re turning today’s impossible into tomorrow’s standard —from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design, intelligent software, and next-generation safety and entertainment features. Every day, our products move millions of people as we aim to make driving safer, smarter, and more connected, shaping the future of transportation on a global scale. GM's Global Product Safety, Systems and Certification (GPSSC) organization is seeking a Safety Performance Integration Engineer for Structure Performance to help make our vision of zero crashes, zero emissions, and zero congestion a reality. **The Role*** As the Safety Performance Integration Engineer, you will work on development and validation of vehicle crash safety systems on future vehicle programs.* Hold responsibility for crashworthiness development of vehicle structure for GM Vehicle Programs.* Support engineering projects by demonstrating initiative, creativity, independent judgment, and project management throughout the vehicle development process.* Synthesize physical and virtual test results with respect to safety technical requirements.* Work with global teams in a collaborative environment.* Provide technical direction while working with multiple functional groups. **What You’ll Do*** Understand and apply GM Safety Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) standard work procedures for delivering quality models and simulation results.* Use CAE to lead the vehicle design, while balancing all applicable Global Safety Requirements* Perform CAE simulations to evaluate full vehicle crashworthiness performance for high-speed Frontal, Side, and/or Rear impact load cases using LS-DYNA software.* Generate feasible and timely vehicle design recommendations and technical solutions to meet safety performance targets as documented in the Vehicle Technical Specifications (VTS) and achieve balance safety performance which also account for the results of crash simulations for the major safety load cases.* Work with engineering functions, program teams, suppliers, manufacturing, and others to implement design changes as required* Use advanced CAE tools and methods (Variation Study/DOE/DFSS/MDO) to optimize the structural designs and improve structural efficiency* Physical safety test support at the Milford Vehicle Proving Grounds including test requests, test, post-test teardowns, interpretation of results, issue resolution follow-through, and comparison of CAE to test results.* Present performance status at appropriate forums on regular basis. **Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)*** Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mechanical preferred, or related field of study* 4+ years of combined experience in application in virtual CAE, CAE design, and/or physical testing relating to vehicle development, particularly with LS-DYNA* Willingness to learn new skills and adapt expeditiously* Demonstrated ability to work independently and with others* High level of analytical ability to solve challenging problems and to integrate complex systems* Knowledge of statistical and optimization tools and techniques **What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred qualifications)*** Master’s or PhD in Engineering, Physics or Math* Experience in virtual CAE and physical testing for automotive structures crashworthiness* Knowledge of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS)* Experience with ANSA* Working knowledge of Unigraphics, TeamCenter, and VisMockup #LI-KE2GM 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).This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}.The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role.Relocation benefits are available for candidates who qualify under company policy.