Researcher - Vehicle Lightweighting Research

Job Title

As a valued Researcher with the Research and Development team here at GM, you will innovate through next-gen ideas, suggest new project areas, and establish technical plans. Conduct research and/or experiments to collect required data and validate research ideas in developing next-gen lightweighting technology. Write timely and high-quality research reports, external publications, and records of invention to detail new insights and research results in your area of research.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute collaborative scientific or engineering research generating new knowledge and innovative technology in polymers and polymer composites for vehicle lightweighting
• Drive internal and external collaborations
• Maintain awareness of the state-of-the-art in the areas of responsibility
• Prepare timely high quality technical reports and make presentations to ensure effective communications
• Generate intellectual property to protect new inventions in the area of responsibility
• Assist other employees in accomplishing their project goals

Required Qualifications

• M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related fields
• Candidates must have either a minimum of three (3) years of relevant industry experience or a Ph.D. degree with demonstrated research experience in a related discipline.
• U.S. Citizenship required pursuant to government contract
• Understanding of structural simulations using computer programs (NASTRAN/LS-DYNA/ABQUS)
• Knowledge in simulation tool development for both performance and manufacturing processes
• Familiarity with polymer composite processing concepts
• Understanding of composite testing procedures and use of testing equipment, such as mechanical test frames and thermal analysis equipment
• Interpersonal skills and communication methods to work effectively with GM internal and external customers

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related fields
• Experience with advanced numerical methods, and fluency in one of the programming languages such as Fortran, C++, and Python
• Knowledge in transitioning products from prototype manufacturing to volume production
• Knowledge in resin transfer molding, composite compression molding and metal forming
• Good publication record

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