Noise & Vibration CAE – Propulsion Mounting Integration Engineer

General Motors•Milford, MI

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

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 The Propulsion Mounting Engineer – Noise & Vibration (N&V) supports the virtual integration and development of propulsion and ACEC mounting systems with a focus on vehicle noise and vibration performance. This role contributes to simulation-based evaluations and design assessments at the component, subsystem, and vehicle levels to ensure N&V targets are achieved. Working within the Vehicle Development, Design, and Validation (VDDV) environment, the engineer will apply analytical methods and CAE tools to support design decisions, learn enterprise-level development processes, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams. This position offers hands-on exposure to advanced simulation techniques, virtual vehicle modeling, and emerging AI/ML-enabled engineering workflows, while building a strong foundation in propulsion mounting system design. This is an excellent opportunity to develop deep technical expertise in propulsion mounting systems and vehicle N&V while working in a collaborative, simulation-driven environment. The role provides clear pathways for growth into advanced technical, system integration, or technical leadership positions within vehicle development.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
2+ years relevant experience
Foundational knowledge of vibrations, dynamics, structures, or related coursework.
Exposure to CAE and simulation tools through coursework, internships, or co-op experience.
Ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Engineering or related discipline.
Internship, co-op, or project experience related to vehicle NVH, vibrations, or vehicle dynamics.
Familiarity with GM-specific tools and processes (e.g., Teamcenter, UG-NX, GM VDDV toolchain).
Understanding of how customer and vehicle-level requirements translate into engineering performance metrics.
Knowledge of enterprise-level simulation integration and virtual development workflows.
Experience developing scripts and automation tools (e.g., Python, MATLAB, VBA) to automate workflows, data processing, and reporting.
Hands-on experience applying Machine Learning and AI techniques (e.g., surrogate modeling, pattern recognition, design space exploration, predictive performance modeling) to engineering and CAE applications.

Responsibilities

Guide the design and development of systems impacting N&V through simulation-based validation, ensuring alignment with vehicle-level performance targets.
Perform analytical simulations at the full vehicle, subsystem, and component levels using Mounting tools.
Build, debug, and execute analytical models to predict N&V performance and generate actionable design recommendations.
Develop technical solutions that meet N&V targets while optimizing for mass, cost, and packaging constraints.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure holistic performance integration.
Conduct design optimization and variation analysis using Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) and other methodologies.
Support the development of advancement of analysis techniques, simulation tools, and procedures, including solver parameters and material characterization.
Stay current with competitive product trends through training and technical workshops.
Contribute to Closed-Loop Learning (CLL) initiatives and actively participate in forums supporting Virtual Development and enterprise-wide performance integration.
Engage in Global Product & Technical Focus Groups and other collaborative engineering communities.
Understand and support the PS Mounting SSRV process, attend PDT and PIT meetings as necessary to drive the component, system and vehicle level design for propulsion and ACEC mounting.
Engage with MBD and other teams to provide them with input from mounting simulation models and collaborate to deliver N&V VTS requirements.