General Motors
Simulation Lead Engineer (GPSSC)
Warren, Michigan, United States of America · Hybrid · Full-time · Posted Nov 2, 2026
- Experience
- 5+ years industry experience in safety and crashworthiness integration and CAE activities, using and leading with CAE methods.
- Education
- BS in Mechanical, Aerospace or Biomechanics Engineering or similar disciplines
- Visa sponsorship
- GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role; applicants needing GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future should not apply.
About the job
Leads safety simulation and crashworthiness integration for a vehicle architecture, guiding engineers and coordinating technical execution, validation, and deliverables across programs.
What you'll do
- Lead safety CAE engineers and coordinate simulation integration, issue resolution, and architecture guidance across teams.
- Develop safety strategies, analytical validation plans, and safety master model deliverables for vehicle programs.
- Ensure quality and timely delivery, communicate simulation results, mentor team members, and apply lessons learned.
What they ask for
- BS in Mechanical, Aerospace, Biomechanics Engineering, or similar discipline.
- Knowledge of vehicle crashworthiness and RESS protection; proficiency in front, side, and rear crashworthiness.
- Expert proficiency in safety CAE tools such as LS-Dyna, Primer, MetaPost, ANSA, Hyperview, Animator, LS PrePost, and LS-OPT.
- Knowledge of global safety regulations, consumer metrics, and FMVSS; demonstrated program-team and safety master model coordination experience.
Nice to have
- Master’s or PhD in Engineering, Physics, or Math.
- Experience in virtual CAE and physical testing for automotive structures crashworthiness; ANSA and LS-DYNA experience.
Tools
LS-Dyna, Primer, MetaPost, ANSA, Hyperview, Animator, LS PrePost, LS-OPT
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