Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
2+ years of experience in occupant safety CAE
Strong fundamentals in engineering mechanics
Experience in designing and launching safety systems from concept to production
Proficiency in non-linear finite element analysis and correlation
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a diverse team
Responsibilities
Develop occupant CAE models in LS-Dyna for various crash modes
Collaborate with D&Rs and suppliers to ensure accurate component CAE models
Conduct DOE/DFSS studies using optimization tools to meet performance requirements
Optimize performance of components like airbags and seat belts to meet safety targets
Create standard work procedures for quality models and simulation results
Identify and overcome technical challenges in a cross-functional environment
Participate in design reviews and present design concepts
Benefits
Hybrid work model with 4 days in the office
Opportunity to work on next-generation electric vehicle platforms
Engagement in a high-performing, collaborative team environment
Involvement in the full lifecycle of vehicle safety systems from concept to production
Access to advanced tools and methodologies in CAE and safety engineering
Full Job Description
Position Description:
The Occupant Safety CAE Engineer will be responsible for generating occupant CAE models through multiple stages of development. You will also conceptualize, Design, Engineer, Develop and support the launch of next generation Vehicle Platform Architectures for electric vehicles. You will use your skills in collaboration, systems engineering, FMA/design robustness, CAE and safety DV efficiency to develop world class efficient vehicle architectures for frontal, side, side, rear, pedestrian impact, roof strength and low speed damageability.
Job Responsibilities:
Work with Advanced Vehicle Crash Safety and Program Design teams to develop occupant CAE models in LS-Dyna for various crash modes.
Collaborate with responsible D&Rs and associated component suppliers to ensure component CAE models are properly correlated and/or reasonable initial assumptions are being made.
Where appropriate, conduct DOE/DFSS studies by utilizing optimization tools, to meet performance requirements within the constraints of conflicting attributes such cost and mass. Support quick concept development of new and emerging ideas. Assess the system level occupant performance for all relevant impact configurations.
Optimize the performance of the relevant components needed to meet occupant performance targets (airbags, seat belts, steering column, seats, instrument panel, interior trim etc.) Collaborate with the safety structures team in case structural performance of the BIW does not allow meeting occupant performance targets.
Support the creation of standard work procedures for delivering quality models and simulation results.
Work in a cross-functional environment to identify and overcome technical challenges and meet requirements.
Be a part of the vision of engineering excellence and a source of knowledge.
Participate in design reviews and present design concepts.
Make recommendations to improve and refine designs.
Support the delivery of the occupant safety attribute with high-quality CAE models during all program phases all the way through Start-of-Production.
Skills Required:
CAE, Mechanical Engineering
Experience Required:
S. in Mechanical Engineering Strong engineering mechanics fundamentals
Highly motivated and creative Strong technical skills and expertise in safety and simulation, coupled with a 1st principles approach to problem solving
2+ years of experience in occupant safety CAE
2+ years of experience in designing and launching new safety systems from concept to production Knowledge of global passive safety public domain and regulatory requirements.
Non-linear finite element analysis and correlation capability.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a diverse global team with good communication and interpersonal skills.
An eagerness to work cross-functionally in a dynamic environment where you are part of a high performing team
