Seat VDDV (CAE) Engineer

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Job Description

The Seat VDDV (CAE) Team is seeking an experienced VDDV (CAE) engineer with 2+years of experience and knowledge of automotive seat systems and related mechanisms. You will perform structural analysis and comfort analysis on assigned seat projects at the vehicle system level. You will use Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and other analysis methods to assess and lead designs.

Responsibilities:

• Develop Finite Element Analysis (FEA) plans for assigned project

• Participate in the creation of assigned subsystem Finite Element Analysis (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

• 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

• Generates technical solutions for current, new and major programs

• Provides technical leadership for advanced technology development

• Performs sophisticated design analysis

• Develops 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 & cost efficiency.

• Implements engineering changes

• Specifies and balances system requirements

• Plans and implements test and/or development programs

• Communicates, coordinates, and consults with engineering departments and customers

• Stays abreast of new technology and competitive products

• Creates new processes and tools.

• Travels as required

Additional Job Description

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Structural Engineering

• Minimum 2 years' experience in Linear Analysis (Nastran, Optistruct or equivalent) and Non-Linear Analysis, LS Dyna, Abaqus

• Knowledge and experience in Seat FEA

• Knowledge of Automotive Physical Test methods

• Thorough understanding of Material Properties as inputs into CAE analysis tools

• Knowledge of GM design math systems, NX

• High level of oral and written communication skills

Preferred

• Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Structural Engineering

• 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

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;
Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities.GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.