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Virtual Design Development and Validation Engineer – Body Systems
General MotorsVDDV Engineer at GM leading structural analysis and virtual methods for vehicle body systems. Collaborating with various teams to innovate designs and ensure performance standards.
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Perform structural analysis to lead and execute the development of new architectures and subsequent variants.
- Drive the design through appropriate analyses, deep dive efficient / integrated design solutions, provide clear design direction to partners and confirm performance.
- Responsible for creating and executing Finite Element Analysis (FEA) plans for assigned projects.
- Lead CAE suppliers and internal resources to meet program milestones and deliverables.
- Recommend viable design solutions to resolve any performance issues with mass & cost efficiency.
- Interface with the SMT, validation, structure integration, N&V, and safety integration engineers to assure balance of vehicle structure requirements and design solutions.
- Conduct topology optimization to identify architectural load paths to close the gap to requirements and implement enablers into the math released.
- Participate in Product Development Teams (PDTs) to provide technical guidance based on CAE analysis.
- Plan, support and implement development projects to enhance virtual methods.
- Enhance efficiency and quality by identifying / developing process automation tools.
- Help identify strategic opportunities for innovating processes and methods.
- Responsible for documenting analysis performance for program management and CAE report documentation (Virtual Validation) as required.
- Stay abreast of new technology, competitive products, and latest CAE tools/trends.
- Advocate for adoption of virtual methods for vehicle design, development, and validation.
Requirements
What you’ll need- BS Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
- Undergraduate coursework in Strength of Materials and Engineering Mechanics.
- 2+ years’ experience in Linear Analysis (NASTRAN/OPTISTRUCT or equivalent), Quasi-Static Analysis (LS DYNA) and optimization / diagnostic tools (Genesis)
- Familiarity with a variety of CAE modeling tools.
- Exhibits appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with business partners to meet mutual goals.
- Proven ability to work in teams, balancing technical theory with practical limitations.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
Benefits
Comp & perks- From day one, we're looking out for your well-being–at work and at home–so you can focus on realizing your ambitions.
- Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)
- General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging.
- We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.
- We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities.
- General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities.
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Hard Skills & Tools
structural analysisFinite Element AnalysisLinear AnalysisQuasi-Static Analysistopology optimizationprocess automationoptimization toolsdiagnostic toolsCAE modeling
Soft Skills
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