CAE Engineer

Joyson Safety Systems

. Develop high-quality 3D finite element models of restraint system components and subsystems using HyperMesh and other commercial pre-processing tools .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeAuburn Hills • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and validating 3D finite element models and conducting CAE simulations for automotive safety systems, with a strong focus on occupant protection and crashworthiness. Proficient in utilizing advanced CAE tools and methodologies to optimize design and performance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Finite Element Modeling (FEM)CAE SimulationHyperMeshLS-DYNACrashworthiness Analysis

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Hard Skills

3D Finite Element ModelingStructural AnalysisDurability AnalysisCFD AnalysisDesign of Experiments (DOE)Statistical AnalysisOptimization AnalysisMaterial ScienceTest CorrelationAutomation/Scripting (Python, TCL)

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

HyperWorksPAM-CRASHSimFolderMADYMORADIOSSOptiStruct

Industry Keywords

Automotive Safety SystemsOccupant Protection SystemsVehicle Safety StandardsCrashworthiness PrinciplesProduct Development Processes

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop high-quality 3D finite element models of restraint system components and subsystems using HyperMesh and other commercial pre-processing tools
Perform CAE simulations and analyses supporting design, development, and validation of airbags, seatbelt systems, steering wheel systems, structural integrity, durability, occupant restraint performance, and product optimization
Correlate CAE models with physical test results and recommend improvements for performance, manufacturability, and robustness
Analyze component- and system-level test data, high-speed video, and test reports for model development and validation
Conduct Design of Experiments, parameter studies, and optimization analyses
Partner with product design, systems engineering, testing laboratories, and customer engineering teams
Present simulation results, technical conclusions, and design recommendations to engineering teams, management, and customers
Improve CAE methodologies, automation tools, workflows, and best practices, including AI-assisted engineering processes where appropriate
Support development and validation of material and component models with laboratory testing teams
Support research, development, validation, and optimization of advanced automotive safety systems

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline is required
Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomechanics, Crashworthiness, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field is preferred
5-10 years of experience applying mechanics, material science, finite element modeling (FEM), and CAE simulation in the automotive, transportation, or related industry
5-10 years of hands-on experience performing structural, durability, crashworthiness, occupant safety, fatigue, or CFD analyses using HyperMesh, LS-DYNA, HyperWorks, or equivalent commercial CAE software
5-10 years of experience developing, correlating, validating, and optimizing CAE models for automotive components or systems
Experience with airbag and seatbelt modeling, restraint systems, occupant protection systems, and test correlation strongly preferred
Experience supporting automotive OEM and Tier 1 development programs preferred
Knowledge of vehicle safety standards, crashworthiness principles, occupant protection systems, and product development processes highly desirable
HyperMesh / HyperWorks experience required
LS-DYNA experience required
Primer experience required
PAM-CRASH, SimFolder, MADYMO, RADIOSS, and OptiStruct preferred
Python, TCL, or other CAE automation/scripting tools preferred
Statistical analysis and DOE methodologies preferred
Experience with AI-enabled engineering workflows preferred
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced engineering environment while managing multiple projects and priorities
Must not require JSS immigration sponsorship now or in the future, including H-1B, TN, or OPT

Benefits

Comp & perks

Support for lifelong learning and resources to establish a strong, solid foundation
Opportunities for career growth and advancement
Promotion-from-within opportunities
Opportunity to work on advanced automotive safety technologies
Collaboration with global experts and engineering teams
Equal Opportunity Employer