Safety Performance Integration Engineer - Frontal Occupant - GM Global Technical Center - Cole Engineering Center Podium

Job Description

In this role you will be responsible for occupant performance and restraints development for GM Vehicle Programs.  You will lead engineering projects by demonstrating initiative, creativity, independent judgment, and project management throughout the vehicle development process.  Provide technical direction while working with multiple functional groups and developing Integration solutions to meet vehicle requirements.

Additional Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Generate feasible and timely design recommendations and technical solutions to meet safety performance targets for the vehicle program as documented in the Vehicle Technical Specifications (VTS).
• Work with engineering functions, program teams, suppliers, manufacturing, and others to implement design changes as required to achieve vehicle performance.
• Balance safety requirements based on the results of safety simulations for the major safety load cases with other performance requirements.
• Develop comprehensive validation plan, conduct confirmation testing with production hardware, complete post-test teardowns and generate appropriate documentation (PAC, MVSS, Type Approval)
• Understand and apply GM Safety CAE standard work procedures for delivering quality models and simulation results. Utilize GM Safety CAE standard work procedures for all simulations and assure high quality models
• Use CAE to lead restraint design, while balancing all applicable Global Safety Requirements for specific area of responsibility (For example: Frontal or Side Impacts)
• Perform Computer Aided Engineering simulations for restraints balancing/development, evaluate Occupant and restraints performance in high-speed Frontal and Side impacts load cases for Occupant protection, etc. using LS-DYNA software.
• Use advanced CAE tools and methods (Variation Study/DOE/DFSS) to optimize the restraint designs.
• Work with global teams in a collaborative environment.
• Present performance status at appropriate forums on regular basis (Safety PIT, PDT, CIT, SP-QIT)
• Demonstrate GM Core Values and Behaviors
•  Understands appropriate engineering methods.
• Participates in design/peer reviews
• Is able to follow detailed instructions from leaders or peers
• Utilizes guidance from internal/external customers to meet requirements
• Proficient with the Global Vehicle Development Process
• Stays ahead of current product developments and trends in area of responsibility
• Shares lessons learned with peers and Manager
• Makes recommendations based on work completed
• Keeps Manager informed of assignment status, timing, and technical issues
• Takes advantage of all learning opportunities
• Documents work completed
• Actively identifies new areas for learning and takes advantage of learning opportunities
• Ensures high quality, on time completion of tasks
• Independently creates/manages project plans
• Assists less experienced engineers
• DFSS Green Belt Certified
• Full understanding of the VDP process.
• Problem solving with support of the Integration leaders.
• Understanding of engineering concepts
• Has the ability to work with limited direction and independently, and make decisions based on general practices and procedures
• Proficiency in Project Planning
• Creativity and initiative in independent problem solving and leading multi-functional teams for issue resolution
• Exercises independent judgement and creative solution development with minimal direction from EGM.

Required Skills, Experience and Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an (ABET) accredited University:  Mechanical, Biomedical or Biomechanical
• Knowledge of statistical and optimization tools and techniques
• Knowledge of engineering theory and application in automotive development
• Working knowledge of performance integration, component manufacturing, and vehicle assembly
• Willingness to learn new skills and adapt expeditiously
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and with others
• High level of analytical ability to solve challenging problems and to integrate complex systems
• High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others

Preferred Skills, Experience and Education:

• Master’s or PhD in Engineering from an (ABET) accredited University:  Mechanical, Biomedical or Biomechanical.
• 2+ years of demonstrated proficiency with CAE or related engineering experience (DRE, validation, lab).
• Working knowledge of CAE and Validation tools – training available in LS-DYNA, PRIMER, METAPOST, ANSA, HYPERWORKS, STIS and other CAE tools
• Knowledge of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and Global Safety Requirements and Standards – training available
• Working knowledge of Unigraphics, TeamCenter, and VisMockup preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and performance integration related applications

This role is catergorized as Hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report onsite three times per week at minimum.

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Why Join Us 

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Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
• Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
• Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values; 
• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
• Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.   We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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