Senior Structural Safety Engineer

Overview

ALTEN Technology USA is an engineering company delivering across the product development cycle, with 3,000+ experts across North America and a global network of 57,000+ engineers in 30 countries. We collaborate with clients in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, EVs, rail, and more, offering mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits.

Job Description

The Senior Structural Safety Engineer (CAE) plays a critical role in supporting structural analysis and optimization to enhance vehicle safety performance. This role involves conducting advanced CAE simulations, evaluating structural integrity, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and contributing to CAE methodology improvements.

• Perform structural analysis using CAE tools to assess vehicle and component performance against FMVSS, IIHS, NCAP, and other safety regulations.
• Refine and validate structural designs by collaborating with design engineering and functional groups.
• Develop, validate, and improve CAE models to enhance predictive accuracy and support data-driven decisions.
• Develop and execute virtual, component, and vehicle-level test plans in alignment with the Design Verification Plan (DVP).
• Analyze test and simulation results to identify structural design issues, provide recommendations, and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Independently manage assigned projects with multiple inputs and deliverables, ensuring timely completion and adherence to performance standards.
• Support the automation of CAE processes using scripting and programming to improve efficiency and turnaround times.
• Provide technical insights to assist in instrumentation selection, pre-test predictions, post-test analysis, and CAE model correlation.
• Communicate progress and technical results across teams while fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing.

• Proficiency in structural analysis using CAE tools, particularly LS-Dyna.
• Strong understanding of automotive structural design principles, especially in structural safety applications.
• Ability to work independently on complex assignments while seeking guidance when necessary.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify patterns and improve safety performance.
• Effective communication skills to present technical findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proactive in identifying and advocating for process improvements.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and drive innovation in vehicle safety engineering.

• $100,000 - $115,000
• The actual salary offered depends on factors including location, knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience

ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal opportunities to qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or veteran status. As a federal contractor, we comply with VEVRAA and Executive Order 11246 and may require a pre-employment drug screening.