Safety Performance Integration Engineer - Occupant Performance (Automotive)

TL;DR

Safety Performance Integration Engineer - Occupant Performance (Automotive): Leading crashworthiness development and occupant performance integration for vehicle programs with an accent on frontal impact conditions. Focus on performing CAE simulations using LS-DYNA and optimizing occupant protection solutions to meet safety targets.

Location: Hybrid: Must report to Warren, MI at least three times per week

Company

Global automotive leader redefining mobility with a vision of zero crashes, zero emissions, and zero congestion.

What you will do

• Perform CAE simulations using LS-DYNA to evaluate occupant performance for high-speed frontal load cases.
• Lead vehicle design recommendations to meet safety performance targets documented in Vehicle Technical Specifications (VTS).
• Collaborate cross-functionally with safety, structures, restraints, and CAE teams to deliver protection solutions.
• Plan and execute post-test analysis at Vehicle Proving Grounds and compare results with CAE models.
• Use advanced CAE tools (Variation Study/DOE/DFSS/MDO) to optimize occupant performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Physics.
• 5+ years of relevant post-graduate industry experience.
• Working knowledge of CAE and Validation tools: LS-DYNA, PRIMER, METAPOST, ANSA, or HYPERWORKS.
• Must not require immigration sponsorship now or in the future.
• Ability to travel locally to sites like Milford Proving Grounds.

Nice to have

• Master’s or PhD in Engineering or Applied Physics.
• Knowledge of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and Global Safety Requirements.
• Working knowledge of Unigraphics, TeamCenter, and VisMockup.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive workplace committed to non-discrimination and belonging.
• Comprehensive Total Rewards benefits package.
• Hybrid work arrangement with a balance of remote and office presence.
• Opportunity to work on next-generation safety and mobility technologies.