Sr CAE Engineer - Chassis

The Advanced Engineering Lab at Hyundai-Kia America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) conducts advanced technology research and development to support the creation of world-class vehicles. We are seeking a highly skilled Chassis FEA Engineer with Multi-Body Dynamics experience to support the development, optimization, and validation of next-generation chassis and suspension systems. The ideal candidate brings a rare combination of structural FEA expertise and multi-body dynamics modeling capabilities enabling robust simulation-driven decision-making across early- and late-stage product development.

This role will work cross-functionally with Chassis team-primarily and collaborate with other domains such as, Vehicle Dynamics, CAE, Controls, and NVH teams to deliver high-fidelity analysis, correlation, and simulation tools that improve ride, handling, durability, and system performance.

This role will also involve close collaboration with cross-functional teams, both domestically and internationally, to support the development of future Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis vehicles.

• Perform chassis and suspension structural, fatigue, and vibration FEA using ANSYS, NASTRAN, LS-DYNA, or equivalent.
• Analyze control arms, subframes, suspension links, knuckles, crossmembers, bushings, and related systems under static, dynamic, and durability loading.
• Develop FEA models, boundary conditions, load cases, and material definitions aligned with DVP&R requirements.
• Correlate simulation results with physical test data to improve model accuracy and prediction robustness.
• Generate technical documentation, reports, and recommendations to guide design decisions.
• Build and validate full-vehicle and subsystem MBD models (ADAMS/Car, CarSim, AMESIM, or equivalent).
• Perform kinematics-compliance (K&C), ride, handling, and durability event simulations.
• Integrate frequency- and amplitude-dependent bushing models into chassis simulations.
• Support chassis and driveline dynamics investigations, including traction control, suspension response, and NVH-related dynamics.
• Develop custom driver models, road inputs, and dynamic events for simulation.
• Partner with design, CAE, NVH, and vehicle dynamics teams to drive simulation-informed design decisions.
• Participate in engineering reviews, presenting analysis results and design recommendations.
• Support R&D initiatives and innovation projects improving chassis performance, refinement, and robustness.
• Travel up to 5% domestic and international

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Master's in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Vehicle Dynamics, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in chassis simulation, vehicle dynamics or multi-body modeling.
• Strong proficiency in:




• FEA Tools: ABAQUS, NASTRAN, LS-DYNA
• MBD Tools: ADAMS/Car, CarSim, AMESIM
• Control Tools: MATLAB/Simulink
• Programming: Python, C/C++, Visual Basic




• Experience with fatigue analysis, vibrations, and durability correlation.
• Hands-on modeling of chassis/suspension and driveline systems.
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with DFSS, DVP&R, parameter identification, or vehicle-level correlation.
• Prior experience in OEM or Tier-1 vehicle development.
• Knowledge of semi-active damping, MR damper modeling, or differential braking control.
• Familiarity with NVH integration and system harmonization.

• Zero-dollar Employee Premiums on Medical, Dental, and Vision for You and Your Family
• 100% Employer-paid Disability and Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off, Including Vacation, Sick, and Abundant Holidays
• Competitive Salaries
• A Global Environment that Fosters Diversity
• Retirement Savings and Planning Benefits
• Access to Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Flexible Work Hours

• Candidates applying for positions with Hyundai KIA must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
  
  
  
  • HATCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled and Veteran. VEVRAA Federal contractor.