CAE Analysis Engineer – Engine Performance, Calibration

General Motors

CAE Analysis Engineer developing 1D engine performance simulation models for General Motors. Collaborating across engineering teams to enhance vehicle architecture with innovative simulation techniques.

Posted 6/10/2026full-timePontiac • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop 1D engine simulation models in GT-POWER of a wide variety of engine architectures with complete intake and exhaust systems for both Gasoline & Diesel engines.
Simulate full and part load models focusing on torque, power and fuel consumption
Process lab and model generated engine operating data (fuel mapping) into standardized format
Execute transient engine simulations to support engine control algorithm evaluation and/or development (HIL/SIL), and vehicle performance assessment
Create Medium or Fast Running Models (MRM / FRM) to support controls development activities
Develop new and innovative analytical techniques to model engine technologies (boost devices, exhaust gas recirculation, variable valve lift, emission control systems, aftertreatment etc.) with emphasis on minimizing test data requirements
Develop optimized valve lift profiles using parametric valvetrain design software
Provide component-level and/or system-level design recommendations to Design Responsible Engineers based on interpretation of analysis results
Participate in product design and development teams and regularly present analysis results to engineering peers and management
Appropriately distill 3D math data into 1D model geometry using the correct discretization techniques
Cooperatively work with test engineers to develop and/or enhance laboratory procedures to validate system analysis results
Contribute to the development of post-processing and automation tools using MATLAB and/or Python.
Generate virtual data for or directly create calibrations for embedded engine controller

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics
3 years of propulsion simulation and/or virtual engineering experience
5 years of engineering experience
Fundamental understanding of combustion engines and the modeling approach via GT-SUITE 1D CFD Software
Experience with engine dynamometer testing and data analysis
Excellent oral and written communication skills
High comfort with ambiguity, developing new capabilities, and creating new standard work
High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others

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.

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Hard Skills & Tools

1D engine simulationGT-POWERfuel mappingtransient engine simulationsMedium Running ModelsFast Running Modelsanalytical techniquesvalve lift profilesparametric valvetrain designdata analysis

Soft Skills

oral communicationwritten communicationinterpersonal skillscomfort with ambiguitydeveloping new capabilitiescreating new standard work

Certifications

Bachelor of Science in EngineeringBachelor of Science in Computer ScienceBachelor of Science in Physics