VDDV Global Technical Specialist (Vehicle Fastening)

TL;DR

VDDV Global Technical Specialist (Vehicle Fastening): Drive the vision, strategy, and roadmap for virtual engineering of fastened joints across all vehicle domains with an accent on developing software tools, analysis procedures, and standardized methods. Focus on leading cross-functional collaboration, enhancing simulation capabilities for speed and efficiency, and providing technical guidance to ensure joints meet customer requirements.

Warren, Michigan (hybrid: expected to report to office at least 3 times a week). GM does not provide immigration sponsorship; do not apply if you need sponsorship now or in the future.

Company

hirify.global is redefining mobility through human-centered design of vehicles and experiences aimed at zero emissions, zero crashes, and zero congestion.

What you will do

• Create and execute strategic roadmaps for virtual design, development, and validation of fastening across vehicle domains.
• Lead development of analysis procedures, methods, and tools like software, scripts, and coding to boost simulation speed and efficiency.
• Oversee the Fastener VDDV Focus Group to deploy advanced virtual fastener engineering methodologies enterprise-wide.
• Collaborate with VDDV teams, Fastening Engineering, Systems Management, Materials Engineering, and CAE vendors.
• Provide technical support, training, documentation, and mentorship to VDDV engineers and Product Development Teams.
• Communicate technical content, resolve issues, and forecast resource needs for vehicle programs.

Requirements

• BS in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related Engineering field.
• 10+ years of experience in engineering design and manufacturing impacts, structural design, fastening, and/or CAE solutions (FE modeling, analysis, optimization, multi-body dynamics, coding).
• Strong knowledge of CAD/CAE software: NX, MATLAB/C++/Python, HyperWorks, ANSA, NASTRAN, Abaqus, LS-Dyna, nCode DesignLife, OptiStruct, iSight, Adams, Simpack.
• Experience with DFMEA & PFMEA; DFSS Black Belt Certification preferred.
• Strong communication, presentation, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

Nice to have

• MS or PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Knowledge of vehicle engineering processes.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement with office reporting 3+ days/week.
• Potential relocation benefits.
• Comprehensive total rewards including well-being support from day one.
• Inclusive workplace fostering belonging and development.
• Focus on meaningful change, equity, and employee growth.