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Computer Aided Engineer
General Motors Company · 🇺🇸 Warren, Michigan, United States of America
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 606 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 267 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What General Motors Company paid sponsored hires in similar roles3 certified filings for “Senior Hardware Design Engineer” (Computer Hardware Engineers) in MI: $150k–$165k, median $160k. Most were filed at wage level IV (100%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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Sponsor Radar — General Motors Company
The US Department of Labor certified 606 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 267 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
Job Description DUTIES: Performs seat comfort and structural analysis on assigned seat projects at the vehicle system level. Uses Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and other analysis methods to assess and lead seat STO and designs. Develops Finite Element Analysis (FEA) plans for assigned project. Participates in the creation of assigned subsystem Finite Element Analysis (FEA) models. Motivates CAE suppliers and internal resources to meet program milestones and deliverables. Completes FEA analysis including the production of VDDV models from NX math and execution of documented VDDV models per assigned projects. Performs FEA analysis such as H Point/TA, seat comfort analysis using pressure distribution, Seat/Seat Belt Anchorage Strength, Child Restraint Anchorage Strength, Front/Rear Impact, Head Impact, whiplash etc., and lead seat STO and designs to meet performance requirements. Compares FEA results to performance requirements and recommend viable design solutions. Correlates analysis results to physical test and update FEA models and FEA procedures and document results in FEA reports. Generates technical solutions for current, new, and major programs. Performs sophisticated design analysis. Develops engineering designs, including subsystems. Performs virtual assessment of designs and compare results to performance requirements. Initiates design solutions to resolve any performance issues with mass and cost efficiency. Implements engineering changes and specifies and balances system requirements. Plans and implements test and development programs and stays abreast of new technology. Communicates, coordinates, and consults with engineering departments and customers. Hybrid Work Policy - 3 days In-office, 2 days remote - Must be able to report to local office. REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Structural Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field of study and Two years of experience as a CAE Specialist Engineer, Software Engineer, Structural Engineer, Automotive Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, or related role. Two years of experience with: Linear Analysis including Nastran and Optistruct; Non-Linear Analysis including LS Dyna; Seat structural analysis; Automotive Physical Test methods; Material Properties as inputs into CAE analysis tools; Design math systems including NX; Airbag Deployment CAE; Crashworthiness; and Head Impact CAE. #LI-DNI 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 believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team. Benefits Overview From day one, we're looking out for your well-being–at work and at home–so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources . Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.) General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any