CAE Simulation Engineer

Autoliv's primary goal is to Save More Lives. Our products never get a second chance. This is why we can never compromise on quality. We are working to increase vehicle safety by developing seatbelts, airbags and steering wheels and you can be part of our team as CAE Simulation Engineer.

In this role you will be responsible for executing CAE simulations independently, primarily supporting airbag safety systems. You will need to deliver high-quality simulation results, provide engineering insights, and contribute to product development through advanced CAE tools and methodologies.

    Should you be interested in overseeing these tasks and aiming for enhanced performance standards, your role will involve:

• Execute CAE simulation activities for airbag systems across global technical centers

• Support CTC Engineering projects through CAE simulation activities

• Develop and validate simulation models using tools such as Hypermesh, LS-Dyna, Pam-Crash, and Abaqus

• Perform component-level simulations and analyze test vs. simulation results

• Provide design improvement recommendations based on simulation insights

• Ensure timely and high-quality delivery of simulation tasks and projects

• Support development of robust CAE processes to achieve first-time-right quality

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and global stakeholders

• Handle multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities

• Drive continuous improvement by developing new methods and simulation approaches

• Support engineering projects and contribute to business objectives

• Ensure adherence to Autoliv quality and safety standards

• Participate in daily team activities and process improvement initiatives

    If you have/are:

• 2–4 years of experience in CAE simulation (3–6 years overall preferred)

• Strong fundamentals in engineering mechanics and analytical problem-solving

• Hands-on experience with preprocessing tools (Hypermesh, LS-PrePost, Primer, ESI tools)

• Basic experience with solvers such as LS-Dyna, Pam-Crash (implicit/explicit), Abaqus

• Knowledge of Ansa, Visual Crash (added advantage)

• Experience in airbag simulation or automotive safety systems (preferred)

• Programming skills for pre/post-processing (advantage)

• B.E / M.Tech in Mechanical, Automotive, or Industrial Engineering

• Certification or training in CAE tools (preferred)

• Fluency in English

• Willingness to work in shifts and support global teams

Competencies & Personal Attributes:

• Strong ownership and accountability mindset

• Customer-focused approach to deliver quality solutions

• Ability to manage execution and meet project timelines

• Collaborative team player with global perspective

• Innovative thinker with continuous learning mindset

• Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities

• Ability to inspire, engage, and build trust within teams

Additional Information:

• Function: CAE – GTSC PL Airbag

• Job Location: IBE / GTSC, Bengaluru

• Reports to: Engineering Manager

• Role may require working in shifts to support global sites

• Exposure to multiple Autoliv technical centers and projects

We will be more than glad to chat with you about your experience and your career goals.

In our international work setting, you will find a range of opportunities that are designed to enhance your career and personal development. Including new and different perspectives is part of what ensures the team’s success. We are committed to develop people’s skills, knowledge and creative potential. Our training and development programs emphasize technical competency, leadership development and business management skill.

More lives saved – more life lived!