General Motors

Computer Aided Engineer

General Motors$80K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Structural, Aerospace Engineering or related field
  • 2+ years as a CAE Specialist, Software Engineer, or related roles
  • Proficient in Linear Analysis (Nastran, Optistruct)
  • Experienced in Non-Linear Analysis (LS Dyna)
  • Skilled in seat structural analysis and crashworthiness techniques

Responsibilities

  • Perform seat comfort and structural analysis on vehicle systems
  • Develop and execute Finite Element Analysis (FEA) plans for projects
  • Motivate and manage CAE suppliers to meet milestones
  • Conduct comprehensive FEA analysis and produce VDDV models
  • Correlate analysis results with physical tests and update FEA models
  • Generate technical solutions for engineering programs
  • Plan and implement testing programs while staying updated on technology

Benefits

  • Hybrid work policy (3 days in-office, 2 days remote)
  • Opportunity to work on innovative automotive safety features
  • Access to advanced engineering tools and methodologies
  • Collaborative environment with multidisciplinary teams
  • Potential for career growth within dynamic engineering projects
Full Job Description

Job Description

DUTIES: Performs seat comfort and structural analysis on assigned seat projects at the vehicle system level. Uses Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and other analysis methods to assess and lead seat STO and designs. Develops Finite Element Analysis (FEA) plans for assigned project. Participates in the creation of assigned subsystem Finite Element Analysis (FEA) models. Motivates CAE suppliers and internal resources to meet program milestones and deliverables. Completes FEA analysis including the production of VDDV models from NX math and execution of documented VDDV models per assigned projects. Performs FEA analysis such as H Point/TA, seat comfort analysis using pressure distribution, Seat/Seat Belt Anchorage Strength, Child Restraint Anchorage Strength, Front/Rear Impact, Head Impact, whiplash etc., and lead seat STO and designs to meet performance requirements. Compares FEA results to performance requirements and recommend viable design solutions. Correlates analysis results to physical test and update FEA models and FEA procedures and document results in FEA reports. Generates technical solutions for current, new, and major programs. Performs sophisticated design analysis. Develops engineering designs, including subsystems. Performs virtual assessment of designs and compare results to performance requirements. Initiates design solutions to resolve any performance issues with mass and cost efficiency. Implements engineering changes and specifies and balances system requirements. Plans and implements test and development programs and stays abreast of new technology. Communicates, coordinates, and consults with engineering departments and customers. Hybrid Work Policy - 3 days In-office, 2 days remote - Must be able to report to local office.

REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Structural Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field of study and Two years of experience as a CAE Specialist Engineer, Software Engineer, Structural Engineer, Automotive Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, or related role. Two years of experience with: Linear Analysis including Nastran and Optistruct; Non-Linear Analysis including LS Dyna; Seat structural analysis; Automotive Physical Test methods; Material Properties as inputs into CAE analysis tools; Design math systems including NX; Airbag Deployment CAE; Crashworthiness; and Head Impact CAE.

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General Motors Company engages in the manufacture and sale of cars and trucks in the United States, China, Brazil, Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Italy. It offers sedans, crossovers, sport utility vehicles, pick-up trucks, coupes, sports/convertibles and hybrid vehicles, hatchbacks/wagons, and vans, as well as mini cars in India. The company also provides parts and accessories, such as iPod and MP3 compatibility, mobility accessories, performance parts, AC parts and services, and merchandise. In addition, it offers vehicle safety, security, and information services. The company provides used vehicles. It offers its products through dealers and distributors. General Motors Company was formerly known as NGMCO, Inc. and changed its name to General Motors Company in July 2009. The company was incorporated in 2009 and is based in Detroit, Michigan. It operates manufacturing facilities in India, the United States, and Canada. General Motors Company operates as a subsidiary of the United States Department of The Treasury. General Motors led global vehicle sales for 77 consecutive years from 1931 through 2007, longer than any other automaker, and is currently among the world's largest automakers by vehicle unit sales. General Motors acts in most countries outside the USA via wholly-owned subsidiaries but operates in China through 10 joint ventures. GM's OnStar subsidiary provides vehicle safety, security, and information services. In 2009, General Motors shed several brands, closing Saturn, Pontiac, and Hummer, and emerged from a government-backed Chapter 11 reorganization. In 2010, GM made an initial public offering IPOs to date and returned to profitability later that year.

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157,000 employees
Market Cap
$46.9 billion
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Net Income
$6.4 billion
Founded
1908
5 Year Trend
-3.2%
Revenue
$122.4 billion
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