Hybrid Virtual Propulsion Engineer – Dynamics, NVH Analysis

at General Motors

• Job title: Virtual Propulsion Engineer – Dynamics, NVH Analysis
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Python
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Warren, United States

About the role

• Virtual Propulsion Engineer leading FEA based structural dynamic stress analysis for ICE, PHEV & BEV propulsion systems at GM. Collaborating with diverse teams to drive component design with cutting-edge analysis.

Responsibilities

• Build, troubleshoot, and run complex analytical models to assess dynamic stress behavior as well as noise and vibration performance.
• Provide component level and/or system level design recommendations to customers (DRE’s, N&V engineers) based on interpretation of analysis results
• Advance analysis capabilities to reduce physical testing needs and support GM’s vision for increased virtualization.
• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve standard work and procedural documentation.
• Support teams throughout the full program lifecycle—from concept through production—ensuring CAE models are optimized for effective customer use.
• Lead capability‑building initiatives related to our area of expertise
• Drive efforts in cost reduction, size optimization, and overall efficiency improvements.
• Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentoring to engineers to ensure accurate, efficient delivery of virtual propulsion work.
• Build and sustain strong partnerships with cross‑functional teams, including Advanced, Program, Design Release, Validation, and NVH engineering groups.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering, Physics or other related fields
• 3+ years of engineering experience with FEA software (Abaqus, Optistruct)
• Knowledge of Structural Dynamics as it pertains to NVH
• Understanding of ICE, PHEV and BEV vehicle system and integration
• High level of technical problem-solving skills and experience in the production domain to address vehicle level issues.
• Ability to occasionally work non-standard hours to collaborate with our overseas analysis support team
• Ability to create and present information to leadership, peers, customers, and suppliers in a clear and concise manner
• 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.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plans
• Paid time off
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities