Chassis Structure Suspension and Driveline VDDV (CAE) Engineer

Location: Warren, Michigan, United States; hybrid attendance required at least 3 times per week

Company

hirify.global develops vehicles and mobility technologies focused on safety, connectivity, electrification, and intelligent software.

What you will do

• Lead structural analysis and virtual validation for chassis structure, suspension, and driveline systems supporting body-on-frame and rear-wheel-drive programs.
• Perform finite element analysis for strength, static and dynamic stiffness, durability, fatigue, noise, and vibration.
• Develop fatigue assessments and block cycle test profiles for chassis and suspension components.
• Collaborate with design engineers on new components and systems, specify system-level requirements, and provide recommendations during virtual design reviews.
• Support component and subsystem test development, issue root-cause analysis, and resolution.
• Lead supplier-coordinated CAE projects, participate in product development and performance integration teams, and document analysis models and results.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Aerospace Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in CAE engineering roles, including at least 3 years with linear and nonlinear analysis.
• Expertise with NASTRAN, OptiStruct, and Abaqus.
• Proficiency with HyperWorks and/or ANSA, plus familiarity with CAE and CAD integration.
• Expertise in structural fatigue theory, tools, and methods; DesignLife or nCode experience is preferred.
• GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship, and the role is not eligible for relocation benefits.

Nice to have

• Machine learning and artificial intelligence applied to structural design.
• Chassis or driveline structure analysis experience.
• Master’s degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Aerospace Engineering.
• Experience with component and subsystem testing, structural optimization, morphing tools, Weibull analysis, or statistical durability evaluation.
• DFSS Black Belt certification and familiarity with Windows or UNIX systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement with regular on-site collaboration.
• Employee benefits focused on well-being at work and at home.
• Inclusive workplace committed to belonging and equal employment opportunity.
• Work on vehicle programs targeting zero crashes, zero emissions, and zero congestion.

Hiring process

• Applicants may complete role-related assessments and pre-employment screening where applicable.