Job Description

The CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) team is responsible for numerical virtual simulations that support critical engineering decisions early in the vehicle development cycle—often before the physical vehicle exists.
Our scope includes advanced simulation for Crash, Safety, Durability, and Performance, ensuring products achieve the highest standards of quality, innovation, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Develop, document, and communicate modeling plans and simulation strategies (FEA) to the engineering organization.

• Create and execute Finite Element Analysis (FEA) plans for assigned components and subsystems.

• Contribute to the development and optimization of finite element models within the team.

• Evaluate simulation results, interpret trends, balance requirements, and recommend technical solutions.

• Collaborate effectively with engineers, designers, technicians, suppliers, and leadership teams.

• Support the introduction of new tools, processes, and simulation methodologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronic, Electrical, Automotive, Aerospace, or Computer Science Engineering.

• Strong experience with commercial CAE tools for pre/post-processing and solvers, such as:

  • LS-DYNA (highly preferred)

  • NASTRAN

  • ANSYS

  • Abaqus

  • or other similar FEM tools

• Relevant experience applying CAE methods in product development.

• Solid understanding of simulation workflows in Safety (Crash) or Durability is a plus.

• Advanced English (required for global collaboration).

• Experience in the automotive industry (highly valued).

• Experience in Tier 1 suppliers or engineering consulting (strongly considered).

• Candidates from other industries are welcome, as long as they bring robust CAE experience.

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 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 may be eligible for relocation benefits.

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