Technical Specialist, CAE Crashworthiness

Socket.dev; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Equity program

Cash incentive program

Job summary

Lucid Motors is seeking a Technical Specialist, CAE Crashworthiness, to execute high-fidelity simulations evaluating full-vehicle crashworthiness and to translate results into actionable design recommendations. The role involves cross-functional collaboration, building CAE models from CAD, and reporting program status to engineering teams.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in CAE crashworthiness for automotive OEMs, strong LS-DYNA and Python skills, and experience with Ansa/Meta, Oasys, and

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in full vehicle crashworthiness CAE for an automotive OEM or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of regulatory safety requirements (FMVSS, UNECE, USNCAP, IIHS, Euro NCAP, China NCAP)
• Analytical skills to derive conclusions from CAE results
• Experience correlating CAE with physical tests
• Ability to present issues and CAE results concisely and propose next steps
• Proficiency with LS-DYNA and pre/post processing tools (Ansa/Meta, Oasys, Hyperworks)
• Scripting using Python
• Experience with CAD/CATIA is a plus

Responsibilities

• Execute simulations to evaluate full vehicle structural crashworthiness for frontal, side, rear, and pedestrian protection
• Generate design recommendations in collaboration with engineering teams
• Assist in building a high-fidelity CAE model from CAD data
• Create analysis reports and communicate program status to teams
• Participate in post-test teardowns to correlate CAE results with physical tests
• Conduct DOE/DFSS studies using optimization tools within design constraints
• Contribute to standard work procedures for QA of models and results
• Lead and mentor junior engineers

Skills

CAE crashworthiness

LS-DYNA

Python

Ansa/Meta

Oasys

Hyperworks

CAD

CATIA

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Ansa/Meta

Oasys

Hyperworks

CATIA

CAD

Job description

About Lucid

At Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s proprietary technology and software-defined vehicle architecture, our award-winning vehicles bring our “Compromise Nothing™” approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing to choose between performance and sustainability, design and engineering, ambition and integrity. In Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity, we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments, combining exceptional range, performance, design, and expansive space in a single experience.

We achieve this through deep vertical integration, with design, engineering, and production happening in-house across our global offices and manufacturing facilities. Our teams come from industries around the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence. By refusing to settle, you can help redefine what’s possible and shape the future of mobility.

We are currently seeking a Technical Specialist, CAE Crashworthiness. This position requires an experienced professional with a balance approach to CAE and testing. Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches his or her work with vigor and determination. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, to possess the ability to learn quickly and to strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment.

The Role:

• Execute simulations to evaluate full vehicle structural crashworthiness performance for high and low speed frontal, side, rear impact and pedestrian protection
• Generate feasible vehicle design recommendations, working cross functionally with engineering teams.
• Assist with building a high-fidelity CAE model from CAD data.
• Create analysis reports and communicate program status to relevant teams.
• Participate in post-test teardowns to correlate CAE results to physical tests.
• Where appropriate, conduct DOE/DFSS studies by utilizing optimization tools on vehicle designs to meet performance requirements within the constraints of conflicting attributes such cost and mass.
• Support the creation of standard work procedures for delivering quality models and simulation results.
• Lead/mentor junior engineers

Qualifications:

• This position requires an experienced professional with a balanced approach to CAE and testing
• Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches their work with vigor and determination
• 8+ years’ experience in full vehicle crashworthiness CAE working for an automotive OEM or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of global regulatory and consumer safety requirements: FMVSS, UNECE, USNCAP, IIHS, Euro NCAP, China NCAP etc...
• Strong analytical skills to draw meaningful conclusions from CAE results
• Demonstrable experience of root causing test performance and correlation of CAE models
• Demonstrable ability to concisely present technical issues, CAE results, findings and propose next steps
• Advanced user of LS-DYNA and pre/post processing tools such as: Ansa/Meta, Oasys suite, Hyperworks
• Scripting using Python
• Experience with CAD, CATIA is a plus

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. Master’s or higher degree is preferred.

At Lucid, we don’t just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.

Compensation & Benefits:

• medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays, paid sick leave; and a 401(k) retirement plan.
• Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off.
• Eligible employees may also participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program.
• Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results, in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

Equal Opportunity:

At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations.

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