CAE Engineer

General Motors

. Conduct structural and sealing analyses for propulsion components across electrified propulsion hardware, engines, and transmissions .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeWarren • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in structural analysis and finite element modeling of propulsion components, with a strong foundation in mechanical and electrical engineering principles. Proficient in utilizing advanced analysis tools and programming languages to optimize designs and enhance product reliability.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)Structural Engineering MaterialsABAQUS SoftwareProgramming in Java, Python, and MATLABComposite Structure Durability Analysis

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Hard Skills

Structural AnalysisModel CreationNon-Linear AnalysisOptimizationTopologyReliability EngineeringProcess AutomationMulti-Axial FatigueFailure TheoriesRobust Design

Soft Skills

CollaborationTroubleshootingDocumentation

Tools & Technologies

ABAQUS CAEOptiStructHyperMeshISIGHTFe-safeFEMFATMold FlowDIGIMAT

Industry Keywords

Electrified Propulsion HardwareVehicle Propulsion System DesignTesting Principles

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct structural and sealing analyses for propulsion components across electrified propulsion hardware, engines, and transmissions
Retrieve and modify CAD models of propulsion components and assemblies to create finite element models
Create analytical data to drive component designs and meet product design requirements
Document analysis objectives, assumptions, conclusions, and results
Collaborate with the Design Responsible Engineer to troubleshoot design challenges and drive product designs
Work with test engineers to enhance laboratory procedures supporting first-time-capable analysis techniques

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field of study
Five (5) years of experience in a related occupation
5 years of experience with structural engineering materials, large-scale non-linear problems, optimization, topology, reliability, robust design, and process automation
Experience with model creation and Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
Experience with structural analysis of propulsion components and systems
Experience with composite structure durability analysis
Experience with ABAQUS including Implicit, Explicit and ABAQUS CAE
Experience with OptiStruct, HyperMesh, and iSIGHT
Experience with Fe-safe, FEMFAT, Mold Flow, and DIGIMAT
Experience with non-linear analysis, failure theories, multi-axial fatigue, and composites
Knowledge of vehicle propulsion system design, operation, and testing principles
Programming experience in Java, Python, and MATLAB
Must be able to report to the local office

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits supporting employee well-being at work and at home
Total Rewards resources
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities