Simulation Lead Engineer

General Motors

. Lead architectural development, technical execution, and mentoring for engineers conducting safety simulation .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeWarren • Michigan • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in safety simulation and crashworthiness integration, with a strong focus on technical leadership and mentoring within engineering teams. Proficient in CAE tools and methodologies, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and optimizing vehicle architecture.

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Safety CAE Tools ProficiencyCrashworthiness Integration ExperienceTechnical Mentoring SkillsGlobal Project ExperienceKnowledge of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards

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Hard Skills

Safety Simulation DevelopmentCrashworthiness AnalysisVehicle Architecture OptimizationAnalytical Validation PlanningSafety Master Model CoordinationIntegration Solutions DevelopmentTechnical LeadershipProblem ResolutionSimulation Accuracy ImprovementSafety Strategy Development

Soft Skills

MentoringLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationAnalytical Ability

Tools & Technologies

LS-DynaPrimerMetaPostANSAHyperViewAnimatorLS PrePostLS-OPTCAE ToolsGlobal CAE Systems

Industry Keywords

Safety RegulationsCrashworthinessVehicle Development ProcessFederal Motor Vehicle Safety StandardsGlobal Safety MetricsConsumer MetricsGM In-House RequirementsSafety CAE ProceduresDesign of Experiments (DOE)Multi-Disciplinary Optimization (MDO)

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead architectural development, technical execution, and mentoring for engineers conducting safety simulation
Develop integration solutions to meet vehicle requirements
Provide leadership during early program phases for packaging solutions meeting safety and PCEI requirements
Optimize and coordinate TKV selections and VVA deliverables with Safety PTL and VPIM
Develop safety strategies for architectural development with VPOs, VPIMs, and PTLs
Provide technical leadership to Safety CAE engineers conducting vehicle-program safety simulations
Participate in problem resolution and establish plans for non-synchronous and unplanned work
Develop AUROS and support analytical PRTS issues on the architecture
Maintain the analytical validation plan for all vehicles in the architecture
Serve as GMNA Safety CAE single point of contact for Global CAE teams
Coordinate Safety CAE integration issues across architectures and CAE areas
Provide architecture-related guidance on program-specific issues
Ensure closed-loop learning from AVD to launch and continuity during VDP
Own quality, on-time deliverables, and lessons learned across vehicles in the architecture
Improve safety simulation accuracy and predictability and share learnings in GSO forums
Optimize hardware use across all build phases
Maintain current CAE tools and industry knowledge
Participate in PDT, PIT, and VPIT teams
Interpret, document, and communicate results to PDTs, PITs, VPITs, and other customers
Mentor team members
Coordinate Safety Master Model build and release, including SOR preparation, weld tour review, model queries, and checklist feedback to TCS
Provide performance input into SORs for relevant subsystems
Support MDO and SPIO activities and strategy

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in Mechanical, Aerospace or Biomechanics Engineering or similar disciplines
5+ years industry experience in safety and crashworthiness integration and CAE activities, using and leading with CAE methods
Knowledge of vehicle crashworthiness and RESS protection
Ability to drive early design using simulation
Proficiency in front/side/rear vehicle 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 GM in-house requirements
Ability to transfer technologies into applications
Demonstrated effectiveness and work experience within program teams
Demonstrated ability with safety master model coordination, development, and release processes
Expertise in GM Safety CAE procedures and optimization techniques, including DOEs, MDOs, and SPIOs
High degree of analytical ability with demonstrated leadership skills
Technical mentoring skills
Awareness of and ability to anticipate technical trends and advancements
Global project experience and ability to interact continually with global partners
Knowledge of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS)
Must not require GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future, including H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, or other immigration support
Preferred: Master’s or PhD in Engineering, Physics, or Math
Preferred: Experience in virtual CAE and physical testing for automotive structures crashworthiness
Preferred: ANSA and LS-DYNA experience
Preferred: Knowledge and experience with GM’s Global Vehicle Development Process

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits supporting well-being at work and at home
General Motors Total Rewards resources
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities
No relocation benefits; relocation costs are the selected candidate’s responsibility