Chassis Structure Suspension and Driveline VDDV, CAE Engineer

• Lead structural analysis of chassis structure, suspension, and driveline systems for design development and virtual validation
• Perform finite element analysis to evaluate strength, static and dynamic stiffness, durability, noise, and vibration
• Conduct fatigue analysis and develop block cycle test profiles for chassis and suspension components
• Work with design engineers to develop technical solutions for new components and systems
• Specify and balance system-level requirements
• Support component and subsystem test development, including root-cause analysis and resolution
• Lead project management activities for supplier-coordinated CAE efforts
• Present analysis results and actionable recommendations during virtual design reviews
• Participate in Product Development Teams for chassis structure, suspension, and steering
• Collaborate with Vehicle Dynamics and Noise & Vibration Performance Integration Teams
• Participate in CAE focus groups and technical communities to develop new CAE techniques and stay current with tools and trends
• Document and archive analysis results and models for traceability and reuse
• Support Body on Frame and rear-wheel-drive programs and technology development

• BSE or BS in Mechanical, Civil, or Aerospace Engineering
• 5+ years of engineering experience in Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) roles
• 3 years of experience in linear analysis
• 3 years of experience in non-linear analysis to assess system, subsystem, and component performance
• Expertise with CAE analysis codes: NASTRAN, Opti Struct, and Abaqus
• High proficiency with CAE modeling tools:
  Hyper Works and/or ANSA preferred
• Expertise with structural fatigue theory, tools, and methods;
  Design Life/nCode preferred
• Familiarity with CAE and CAD integration
• High-level oral and written communication skills
• Understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of mechanical/electrical mechanisms
• Must not require GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future, including H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, or J-1 support
• Ability to report to the specified location at least 3 times a week
• Preferred: machine learning and artificial intelligence applied to structural designs
• Preferred: chassis and/or driveline structure analysis experience
• Preferred: MS in Mechanical, Civil, or Aerospace Engineering
• Preferred: component and subsystem test development and execution, including real-time and block cycle testing
• Preferred: structural optimization and morphing tools and methods
• Preferred:
  Weibull analysis and other statistical evaluation methods for durability
• Preferred:
  Windows and/or UNIX-based systems
• Preferred: DFSS Black Belt Certification

Demonstrates expertise in structural analysis, finite element analysis, and CAE modeling tools, with a strong focus on chassis structure and suspension systems. Proven ability to lead project management activities and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver technical solutions.

• Finite Element Analysis
• Structural Fatigue Theory
• NASTRAN, Opti Struct, Abaqus
• CAE Modeling Tools:
  Hyper Works, ANSA
• Project Management in CAE

• Structural Analysis
• Linear Analysis
• Non-Linear Analysis
• Fatigue Analysis
• System-Level Requirements Specification

• High-Level Oral Communication
• High-Level Written Communication

• DFSS Black Belt Certification

• Computer Aided Engineering (CAE)
• Chassis Structure
• Suspension Systems
• Vehicle Dynamics
• Noise and Vibration Performance

• Design Life/nCode
• Windows Systems
• UNIX-Based Systems