General Motors

Noise & Vibration CAE - Propulsion Mounting Integration Engineer

General Motors$80K — $110K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline.
  • 2+ years of relevant experience in propulsion systems or vehicle dynamics.
  • Foundational understanding of vibrations and dynamics.
  • Experience with CAE tools through internships or co-op roles.
  • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Guide design and development of mounting systems for noise and vibration performance.
  • Perform analytical simulations at various levels (full vehicle, subsystem, component).
  • Build and execute models to predict performance metrics and provide design recommendations.
  • Develop solutions optimizing N&V while considering mass and cost constraints.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for integrated performance solutions.
  • Conduct design optimization using methodologies like Design for Six Sigma.
  • Support advancement of analysis techniques and simulation tool development.

Benefits

  • Hands-on experience with advanced simulation and emerging engineering workflows.
  • Clear pathways for career growth in technical or leadership roles.
  • Opportunity to contribute to state-of-the-art vehicle development practices.
  • Engagement with collaborative engineering communities and forums.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Role

The Propulsion Mounting Engineer - Noise & Vibration (N&V) supports the virtual integration and development of propulsion and ACEC mounting systems with a focus on vehicle noise and vibration performance. This role contributes to simulation-based evaluations and design assessments at the component, subsystem, and vehicle levels to ensure N&V targets are achieved.

Working within the Vehicle Development, Design, and Validation (VDDV) environment, the engineer will apply analytical methods and CAE tools to support design decisions, learn enterprise-level development processes, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams. This position offers hands-on exposure to advanced simulation techniques, virtual vehicle modeling, and emerging AI/ML-enabled engineering workflows, while building a strong foundation in propulsion mounting system design.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop deep technical expertise in propulsion mounting systems and vehicle N&V while working in a collaborative, simulation-driven environment. The role provides clear pathways for growth into advanced technical, system integration, or technical leadership positions within vehicle development.

What You'll Do
  • Guide the design and development of systems impacting N&V through simulation-based validation, ensuring alignment with vehicle-level performance targets.
  • Perform analytical simulations at the full vehicle, subsystem, and component levels using Mounting tools.
  • Build, debug, and execute analytical models to predict N&V performance and generate actionable design recommendations.
  • Develop technical solutions that meet N&V targets while optimizing for mass, cost, and packaging constraints.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure holistic performance integration.
  • Conduct design optimization and variation analysis using Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) and other methodologies.
  • Support the development of advancement of analysis techniques, simulation tools, and procedures, including solver parameters and material characterization.
  • Stay current with competitive product trends through training and technical workshops.
  • Contribute to Closed-Loop Learning (CLL) initiatives and actively participate in forums supporting Virtual Development and enterprise-wide performance integration.
  • Engage in Global Product & Technical Focus Groups and other collaborative engineering communities.
  • Understand and support the PS Mounting SSRV process, attend PDT and PIT meetings as necessary to drive the component, system and vehicle level design for propulsion and ACEC mounting.
  • Engage with MBD and other teams to provide them with input from mounting simulation models and collaborate to deliver N&V VTS requirements.


Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
  • 2+ years relevant experience
  • Foundational knowledge of vibrations, dynamics, structures, or related coursework.
  • Exposure to CAE and simulation tools through coursework, internships, or co-op experience.
  • Ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
  • Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts.


What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
  • Master's degree in Engineering or related discipline.
  • Internship, co-op, or project experience related to vehicle NVH, vibrations, or vehicle dynamics.
  • Familiarity with GM-specific tools and processes (e.g., Teamcenter, UG-NX, GM VDDV toolchain).
  • Understanding of how customer and vehicle-level requirements translate into engineering performance metrics.
  • Knowledge of enterprise-level simulation integration and virtual development workflows.
  • Experience developing scripts and automation tools (e.g., Python, MATLAB, VBA) to automate workflows, data processing, and reporting.
  • Hands-on experience applying Machine Learning and AI techniques (e.g., surrogate modeling, pattern recognition, design space exploration, predictive performance modeling) to engineering and CAE applications.
GM 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}.This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.This position requires the ability to legally operate a motor vehicle on a regular basis and successfully complete a Motor Vehicle Report review.

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