Seat CAE Engineer

General Motors

Seat CAE Engineer

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Warren MI USA

Hybrid

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The Role

The role involves structural analysis of automotive seat systems utilizing FEA to support design decisions and ensure performance requirements are met while documenting and implementing solutions throughout development.

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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.
Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Warren MI three days per week at minimum.
The Role
The Seat Virtual Design Development & Validation (VDDV) Team is seeking an experienced Seat CAE Engineer with 2+ years of experience and a strong understanding of automotive seat systems and related mechanisms .
In this role you will perform structural analysis for assigned seat programs at the vehicle system level supporting design decisions throughout development. You will apply Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and other analytical methods to evaluate performance influence design direction and lead robust engineering solutions .
What You'll Do

Develop FEA plans for assigned project
Participate in the creation of assigned subsystem FEA models
Motivate CAE suppliers and internal resources to meet program milestones and deliverables
Complete FEA analysis including the production of VDDV models from NX math and execution of documented VDDV models per assigned projects
Perform FEA analysis such as Seat/Seat Belt Anchorage Strength Child Restraint Anchorage Strength Front/Rear Impact Head Impact whiplash etc. and lead seat designs to meet performance requirements
Compare FEA results to performance requirements and recommend viable design solutions
Correlate analysis results to physical test and update FEA models and/or FEA procedures
Document results in FEA reports
Generate technical solutions for current new and major programs
Provide technical leadership for advanced technology development
Perform sophisticated design analysis
Develop engineering designs including subsystems
Perform and be responsible for resources for virtual assessment of designs and compare results to performance requirements. Initiate design solutions to resolve any performance issues with mass and cost efficiency
Implement engineering changes
Specify and balance system requirements
Plan and implement test and/or development programs

What You'll Need (Required Qualifications)

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
2+years of experience and knowledge of automotive seat systems and related mechanisms
2+years of experience in Linear Analysis (Nastran Optistruct or equivalent) and Non-Linear Analysis LS Dyna Abaqus
Knowledge of NX
Thorough understanding of Material Properties as inputs into CAE analysis tools

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

Master's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
Knowledge and experience in Seat FEA
Knowledge of GM design math systems
Knowledge of Automotive Physical Test methods
High level of oral and written communication skills
Understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of mechanisms
Familiarity with production processes such as foundry forging pressed metal and machine tool activities
Specific knowledge of engineering mechanics physics metallurgy and manufacturing methods engineering
Communicates coordinates and consults with engineering departments and customers
Motivation to stay abreast of new technology and competitive products
Experience creating new processes and tools.

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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.
This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
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Skills Required

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
2+ years of experience and knowledge of automotive seat systems and related mechanisms
2+ years of experience in Linear Analysis (Nastran Optistruct or equivalent) and Non-Linear Analysis (LS Dyna Abaqus)
Knowledge of NX
Thorough understanding of Material Properties as inputs into CAE analysis tools

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