Job Description

At 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

As the Safety Performance Integration Engineer - Structure & Post Crash Electrical Integrity, you will lead and execute development and validation of vehicle crash safety systems. You will:

Hold responsibility for crashworthiness development of vehicle structure for GM Vehicle Programs.
Lead engineering projects by demonstrating initiative, creativity, independent judgment, and project management throughout the vehicle development process.
Synthesize physical and virtual test results with respect to safety technical requirements.
Work with global teams in a collaborative environment.
Provide technical direction while working with multiple functional groups.

What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)

Understand and apply GM Safety Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) standard work procedures for delivering quality models and simulation results.
Use CAE to lead the vehicle design, while balancing all applicable Global Safety Requirements
Perform CAE simulations to evaluate full vehicle crashworthiness performance for high-speed Frontal, Side, and/or Rear impact load cases using LS-DYNA software.
Generate feasible and timely vehicle design recommendations and technical solutions to meet safety performance targets as documented in the Vehicle Technical Specifications (VTS) and achieve balance safety performance which also account for the results of crash simulations for the major safety load cases.
Work with engineering functions, program teams, suppliers, manufacturing, and others to implement design changes as required
Use advanced CAE tools and methods (Variation Study/DOE/DFSS/MDO) to optimize the structural designs and improve structural efficiency
Physical safety test support at the Milford Vehicle Proving Grounds including test requests, test, post-test teardowns, interpretation of results, issue resolution follow-through, and comparison of CAE to test results.
Present performance status at appropriate forums on regular basis

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical engineering, physics or math
4+ years of application in virtual CAE and physical testing relating to vehicle structures
Lead Post Crash Electrical Integrity assessment (PCEI) and architectural issue resolution
Propose design and PCEI countermeasures in cross-functional forums for issues identified in simulation while balancing requirements of other teams and determine solutions that meet critical milestones
Willingness to learn new skills and adapt expeditiously
Demonstrated ability to work independently and with others
High level of analytical ability to solve challenging problems and to integrate complex systems
Knowledge of statistical and optimization tools and techniques

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred qualifications)

Master’s or PhD in Engineering, physics or math
Experience in virtual CAE and physical testing for automotive structures crashworthiness
Knowledge of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS)
Working knowledge of Unigraphics, TeamCenter, and VisMockup
Knowledge and experience with GM’s Global Vehicle Development Process





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.



About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us

We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

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