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General Motors

CAE- Brake Systems

Warren, MI

Description

Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Warren three times per week, at minimum.

The Role:

The Virtual Design, Development and Validation (VDDV) organization at General Motors is leading the charge to virtually design, develop and validate vehicle systems and components through the strategic utilization of CAE tools and methods. We are looking for highly motivated individuals to join our fast-paced team who are passionate to lead the industry in this transition.

What 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:

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  • Create structural and/or Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation for brake system design, development, and validation
  • Present results and generate actionable recommendations, based on analysis, as requested and in support of virtual review process
  • Actively participate in Brake and Fuel Product Development Teams (PDT)
  • Actively participate in Vehicle Performance Integration Team meetings (VPIT) as required
  • Collaborate with design release, development, and validation engineers on a regular basis in developing new components and systems
  • Develop, track, and update CAE portion of Analysis, Development, and Validation plan
  • Write clear and concise engineering reports documenting analysis work
  • Oversee integrated supplier CAE activities and provide technical direction as required
  • Participate in Statement of Requirements (SOR) process
  • Lead development of new CAE techniques to improve model accuracy and/or efficiency
  • Participate in CAE focus groups.
  • Generate technical solutions for current, new, and major programs
  • Provide technical leadership for advanced technology development
  • Perform complex design analysis
  • Specify and balance system requirements
  • Plan and implement test and/or development programs to support CAE, test, and design communities
  • Stay abreast of new technology and competitive products
  • Travel as required

Additional Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

  • BS Engineering (mechanical or Aerospace) Will consider other Engineering disciplines if they have had experience with brake noise analysis
  • 5+ years of relevant experience
  • 2+ years experience working with design, testing for Brake Noise
  • Exhibit High level of verbal and written skills
  • 2+ years using ABAQUS for Brake Noise analysis, nonlinear dynamic analysis; experience with complex eigenvalue analysis and utilizing Multi-body System Dynamics
  • Will consider someone with 2+ years of braking experience if they have another 3 years working on systems dealing with thermal, friction analysis

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Skills)

  • MS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
  • 5 years using ABAQUS for Brake Noise analysis, nonlinear dynamic analysis; experience with complex eigenvalue analysis and utilizing Multi-body System Dynamics
  • Familiarity with a variety of CAE modeling tools including but not limited to LS-Dyna, AVL/EXCITE, and Star CCM+
  • Familiarity with tire modeling
  • Knowledge of production manufacturing process for brake system components such as casting, forging, and machining
  • Familiarity with UG-NX CAD & CAE tools as well as MATLAB
  • DFSS Black Belt Certification
  • Fluency in any of the following languages a plus: Spanish, German, Mandarin, Korean, Portuguese, Hindi/Kannada

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

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Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful 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 encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement (U.S.)

General Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Client-provided location(s): Warren, MI, USA
Job ID: General_Motors-JR-202406200
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Stock Purchase Program
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Woman founded/led
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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