Applus IDIADA is hiring a CAE Engineer (Passive Safety Restraint Analysis)

We are seeking an experienced Restraints and Occupant Safety Engineer to join our Vehicle Safety team. The role involves end-to-end responsibility for occupant protection development, including CAE, test validation, and regulatory/NCAP compliance for passive safety systems (airbags, seatbelts, seats). Key Responsibilities - Lead development, and validation of restraint systems (airbags, seatbelts, pretensions, load limiters, steering wheel/column) to meet global regulatory and NCAP requirements. - Define occupant safety performance targets and ensure compliance with ECE, AIS, Bharat NCAP, Euro NCAP, and other applicable standards. - Perform occupant safety CAE simulations (frontal, side, rear) using LS-DYNA/MADYMO or equivalent tools, and correlate results with physical tests. - Support full vehicle crash testing and restraint system integration for occupant protection. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Body, Chassis, Interiors, Electrical/Electronics) for restraint packaging and integration. - Interact with suppliers for restraint system design reviews, DV/PV testing, and sign-off. - Support advanced concept studies for future safety technologies (smart airbags, pedestrian protection, far-side protection, integrated seats, etc.). - Analyze test results, generate detailed reports, and present findings to leadership. - Ensure quality, timing, and cost targets are achieved for all safety deliverables. Required Qualifications - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical / Automotive / Aerospace Engineering . - 4 to 10 years of experience in automotive crash safety and restraint systems. - Strong knowledge of global crash regulations and NCAP protocols. - Proficiency in CAE tools: LS-DYNA, MADYMO, ANSA, Primer. - Hands-on experience with full vehicle and sled crash testing, data acquisition, and correlation. - Familiarity with occupant injury criteria. - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. - Ability to manage projects independently and lead cross-functional discussions.