Safety Performance Integration Engineer - PCEI - (GPSSC)

Description

The Role

As the Safety Performance Integration Engineer, you will lead and execute development and validation of vehicle crash safety systems. You will:

• Hold responsibility for crashworthiness development of Post Crash Electrical Integrity (PCEI) for GM Vehicle Programs.
• Has knowledge and understanding of all aspects of PCEI
• 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)

• Lead high-difficulty projects and manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Apply expert judgment to complex engineering challenges using advanced principles and innovative approaches.
• Implement GM Safety Standard Work to deliver high-quality models and simulations for PCEI evaluations.
• Conduct virtual and physical tests to ensure vehicle designs meet Global Safety requirements.
• Use advanced methods (DOE, DFSS, MDO) to optimize designs for safety and performance.
• Provide timely, effective design recommendations aligned with Vehicle Technical Specifications (VTS).
• Collaborate cross-functionally to implement design changes and meet performance targets.
• Support physical safety testing at Milford Proving Grounds, including test execution, analysis, and CAE correlation.
• Perform LS-DYNA simulations for high-speed impact scenarios and variation studies.
• Lead PCEI Peer Reviews and present safety performance updates in relevant forums.
• Support PCEI bench testing and component level testing
• Mentor junior engineers, offering guidance on complex issues

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics or Math
• 4 or more years of demonstrated proficiency with CAE or related engineering experience (DRE, validation, lab).
• Familiarity with electrical architecture and function
• Knowledge of statistical and optimization tools and techniques
• 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
• High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Master's or PhD in Engineering, Physics or Math
• Experience in virtual CAE and PCEI performance integration experience
• 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)
• Working knowledge of Unigraphics, TeamCenter, and VisMockup preferred

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.

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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Client-provided location(s): Warren, MI

Job ID: General_Motors-JR-202516524

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-10-15T00:13:36