Automotive CAE Safety Engineer

InDepth Engineering Solutions, LLC

Job Description

The Passive Safety Performance Engineer is responsible for ensuring vehicle-level crash safety performance throughout the development lifecycle. The role focuses on occupant protection, crashworthiness, and compliance with global safety standards using simulation, testing, and engineering analysis.

Develop and execute passive safety performance requirements for vehicle programs
Ensure compliance with global safety regulations and consumer crash test protocols (FMVSS, NCAP, IIHS, etc.)
Perform and support crash simulations including:
- Frontal impact
- Side impact
- Rear impact
- Rollover scenarios
Conduct CAE analysis and correlation with physical crash test data
Analyze crash performance issues and perform root cause analysis
Work with engineering teams to improve:
- Vehicle structures
- Energy absorption systems
- Occupant restraint systems
Support optimization of safety systems including:
- Airbags
- Seatbelts
- Occupant protection systems
Define and validate safety performance targets and metrics
Provide engineering recommendations for design improvements
Prepare technical documentation and present results to stakeholders
Support program milestone deliverables for safety validation

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Aerospace, or related engineering field
Experience in vehicle crash safety, passive safety, or crashworthiness engineering
Strong understanding of:
- CAE simulation tools (LS-DYNA, Abaqus, HyperMesh, or equivalent)
- CAD tools (CATIA, NX, or similar)
Experience with:
- Crash simulation and validation
- Test data correlation
- Engineering root cause analysis
Knowledge of vehicle structures and crash energy management
Familiarity with automotive safety standards and regulations
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work in cross-functional engineering environments

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Vacancy posted 22 days ago

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