Job Description
Work Arrangement: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the office three times per week or other frequency dictated by the business.
The Role
We are currently seeking experienced and motivated candidates for the role of Propulsion Dynamics & NVH Analysis Engineer to support the Global Battery & Propulsion Engineering division. In this role you will be responsible for creating 3D FEA and/or 1D Amesim mechanical modeling analysis to support ICE, PHEV & BEV propulsion systems. 3D FEA and/or 1D Amesim models are used to drive designs and eliminate hardware testing. Simulations are focused on various propulsion components such as electric drive units, power electronics, engine and transmissions.
What You'll Do
- Build, debug, and run analytical models, interpreting results for customers, attending development team meetings and interact with various engineers across the organization.
- Collaborate with vehicle noise & vibration (N&V) group to deliver propulsion system load cases and/or Amesim plant models.
- Advance analysis capability to decrease the need for testing and align with company goals for increased virtualization.
- Develop and continuously improve standard work and update procedure documents.
- Support teams in all phases of program execution from concept to production including optimizing CAE models for customer usage
- Support capability development projects as it pertains to propulsion N&V
- Actively pursue cost reductions, size reductions and efficiency improvements
- Provide technical leadership, engineering guidance, and mentoring to engineers to enable accurate and efficient execution of virtual propulsion program work.
- Establish and maintain relationships with many cross functional teams such as: Advanced, Program, Design Release, Validation, Calibration, and Controls engineering teams
Additional Job Description
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering
- 5+ years of engineering experience with FEA and/or 1D Amesim simulations
- Extensive knowledge in Structural Dynamics as it as it pertains to NVH
- Understanding of ICE, PHEV and BEV vehicle system and integration
- Ability to occasionally work non-standard hours to collaborate with an analysis support team overseas
- Familiarity with a variety of other CAE tools (such as HyperMesh, Optistruct, ANSA, AMEsim, ADAMS/or any MBD Tools], Actran, Abaqus, Python and/or Matlab etc.)
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
- M.S. and/or PhD in Mechanical Engineering with specialization in structural FEA
- 2+ years of experience with 3D FEA and/or Amesim analysis of propulsion related systems
- Experience with programming in Matlab and/or Python
- Experience in Controls/Calibrations and Hands-On Testing [Vehicle and/or Lab]
- Proficient on numerical analyses [resolve numerical stiffness and singularity problems]
- Experience in Drive Quality development [Low frequency vibration and vehicle response]
- Thorough understanding of signal processing
- Fluency in Co-simulation using function mock up unit (FMU)
- Recognized as technical leader in FEA Modeling tools
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 aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. 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. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Benefits Overview
The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
- Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
- Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
- Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
- Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;
- Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
- Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.
Diversity Information
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of 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 understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statements
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