Brake CAE Virtual Integration Engineer/Senior Engineer

Job DescriptionAt General Motors, our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process, we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen, but to be felt. We’re turning today’s impossible into tomorrow’s standard —from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design, intelligent software, and next-generation safety and entertainment features. Every day, our products move millions of people as we aim to make driving safer, smarter, and more connected, shaping the future of transportation on a global scale.The Role:The Virtual Design, Development, and Validation (VDDV) team is at the forefront of advanced engineering at General Motors, applying state-of-the-art CAE methods to help achieve our vision of Zero Emissions, Zero Crashes, and Zero Congestion.As a Brake Systems VDDV Virtual Integration Engineer, you will leverage high-fidelity, multi-physics simulations to drive the design, integration, and validation of next-generation brake systems across GM’s award-winning vehicle portfolio. You will play a critical role in connecting component-level physics to full-vehicle system performance, working across domains to ensure robust, optimized designs.This role also offers the opportunity to shape the future of virtual engineering by developing advanced simulation methodologies, automation tools, and data-driven workflows that enhance speed, accuracy, and decision-making across the enterprise.We are seeking highly motivated engineers with a passion for CAE innovation, system-level thinking, and technical leadership.This position may be filled with a Senior Engineer or Engineer. The level for this role will be determined based on the selected candidate’squalifications, skills, and experienceWhat You’ll Do:The role will lead brake system analysis and virtual test activities in support of Battery Electric Vehicle programs and technology development including but not limited to:Create structural and/or Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation for brake system design, development, and validationPresent results and generate actionable recommendations, based on analysis, as requested and in support of virtual review processActively engage in Brake Product Development Teams (PDT)Actively engage in Vehicle Performance Integration Team meetings (VPIT) as requiredCollaborate with design release, development, and validation engineers to lead the development of new virtual test and validation methodsDevelop, track, and update CAE portion of Analysis, Development, and Validation planWrite clear and concise engineering reports documenting analysis workOversee integrated supplier CAE activities and provide technical direction as requiredParticipate in Statement of Requirements (SOR) processLead development of new CAE techniques to improve model accuracy and/or efficiencyParticipate in CAE focus groups.Generate CAE based product design solutions for current, new, and major programsProvide technical leadership for advanced technology developmentPerform complex design analysisSpecify and balance system requirementsPlan /implement test and/or development programs to support CAE, test, and design communitiesStay abreast of new technology and competitive productsTravel as requiredYour Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications) - Senior Engineer:BS in Mechanical or Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering or a similar area of study5 + years of relevant experience in CFD and/or FEA2+ years of experience in analyzing, design and/or testing for brake noisePredicting frequencies and mode shapes using ABAQUS (or equivalent software)Predicting fatigue life using DesignLife (or equivalent software) and strains from ABAQUS (or equivalent software) or hardware testFamiliarity with a variety of CAE modeling tools including but not limited to LS-Dyna, ABAQUS, SimSolid, OptiStruct and Star CCM+Exhibit appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to effectively lead business partners to develop and meet mutual goals/shared successCommitment to fostering a culture of psychological safety, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvementDemonstrated ability to lead in ambiguous situationsHigh level analytical ability where problems are unusual and complexYour Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications) - Engineer:BS in Mechanical or Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering or a similar area of study2 + years of relevant experience in CFD and/or FEAExperience in analyzing, design and/or testing for brake noisePredicting frequencies and mode shapes using ABAQUS (or equivalent software)Predicting fatigue life using DesignLife (or equivalent software) and strains from ABAQUS (or equivalent software) or hardware testFamiliarity with a variety of CAE modeling tools including but not limited to LS-Dyna, ABAQUS, SimSolid, OptiStruct and Star CCM+Exhibit appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to effectively lead business partners to develop and meet mutual goals/shared successCommitment to fostering a culture of psychological safety, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvementDemonstrated ability to lead in ambiguous situationsHigh level analytical ability where problems are unusual and complexWhat Can Give You a Competitive Edge - Senior Engineer:MS in Mechanical or Aerospace EngineeringKnowledge of production manufacturing process for brake system components such as casting, forging, and machiningKnowledge of hardware test methods for brake systems and components.Experience using ABAQUS for Brake Noise analysis, nonlinear dynamic analysis; experience with complex eigenvalue analysis and utilizing Multi-body System DynamicsFamiliarity with tire modelingFamiliarity with UG-NX CAD & CAE tools as well as MATLABExperience in brake pad tribologyHands-on experience and passion for automotive productsDFSS Black Belt CertificationWhat Can Give You a Competitive Edge - Engineer:MS in Mechanical or Aerospace EngineeringKnowledge of production manufacturing process for brake system components such as casting, forging, and machiningKnowledge of hardware test methods for brake systems and components.Experience using ABAQUS for Brake Noise analysis, nonlinear dynamic analysis; experience with complex eigenvalue analysis and utilizing Multi-body System DynamicsFamiliarity with tire modelingFamiliarity with UG-NX CAD & CAE tools as well as MATLABExperience in brake pad tribologyHands-on experience and passion for automotive productsDFSS Black Belt Certification#LI-KE2 GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc). This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}. This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate. The position is subject to export control restrictions and requires the successful candidate to be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee or refugee). 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