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Company: Slate Auto
 
Job Title:

Sr. Vehicle Safety Engineer
Job Category: Engineering [ View All Engineering Jobs ]
Job description:
Sr. Vehicle Safety Engineer
Troy, MI

ABOUT SLATE
At Slate, we?re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love?and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.



| WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Strong knowledge of FMVSS, IIHS, and NCAP protocols
Experience planning and executing a variety of quasi-static and dynamic crash tests for a vehicle program.
Ability to interpret test data and translate results into actionable design improvements
Hands-on experience with vehicle safety development across sled, subsystem, system, and full-vehicle levels
Proven success working cross-functionally with internal teams and external test facilities
Knowledge of sensing and calibration requirements for crash and restraint systems including implications when making or proposing deployment changes/trade-offs.
Understanding of vehicle design for structures, restraints, interior systems, and occupant protection solutions that meet regulatory and third-party requirements
Knowledge of CAE methodologies and correlation for crashworthiness development
Understanding of FMVSS 305 for electric vehicles, ensuring HV system post-crash integrity and compliance


| WHAT YOU GET TO DO:

Plan, execute, and analyze crash tests to meet FMVSS, IIHS, NCAP, and internal standards
Lead sled, subsystem, and full-vehicle crash programs, including fixture design specifications, test requests, test readiness reviews, and post-test debriefs with engineering & leadership teams.
Build and maintain crash validation plans, including test asset usage, working with test houses to execute, maintaining test pre and post check requirements. Conducting pre and post test reviews.
Coordinate safety vehicle builds for correct content, manage test requests, work cross-functionally to understand and ensure right level of instrumentation and test data capture for our internal design/development/analysis teams.
Analyze test results and work with CAE teams for any correlation related requirements.
Track test progress, manage the test matrix, and report status to program leadership.
Collaborate with design, CAE, manufacturing, and homologation teams to resolve structural, restraint, interior, sensing, and compliance issues
Mentor junior engineers and influence cross-functional decisions to prioritize safety
Engage with suppliers, third-party auditors, and regulatory agencies as needed
Stay up to date on vehicle safety regulations, rating protocols, and industry best practices
Prepare and present clear technical summaries, findings, and recommendations for senior leadership


| WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEA

Bachelor?s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or Biomedical Engineering (Master?s preferred)
8+ years of direct automotive experience in vehicle safety, crash testing, or restraint system development
Working level knowledge of FMVSS, IIHS, NCAP, and/or ECE protocols
Experience with crash test setup, instrumentation, ATD preparation, data acquisition, and restraint deployment strategy
Familiarity with CAD, CAE, and post-processing tools (e.g., LS-DYNA, HyperView, Beta MetaPost)
Understanding of FMVSS 305 and electric vehicle HV safety requirements
Strong data analysis, correlation, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
Six Sigma, DOE or DFSS training/certification preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of technical reports and presentations


WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE?

We?re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. Slate?s start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness moves our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles.

Safety First
Delight Customers
One Team
Relentless Improvement
Fast, Frugal and Scrappy
Respectful Collaboration
Positive Legacy


WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE:

Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.
Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at recar-talent_acquisition@slate.auto.
Skills: Bachelor?s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or Biomedical Engineering (Master?s preferred)
8+ years of direct automotive experience in vehicle safety, crash testing, or restraint system development
Working level knowledge of FMVSS, IIHS, NCAP, and/or ECE protocols
Experience with crash test setup, instrumentation, ATD preparation, data acquisition, and restraint deployment strategy
Familiarity with CAD, CAE, and post-processing tools (e.g., LS-DYNA, HyperView, Beta MetaPost)
Understanding of FMVSS 305 and electric vehicle HV safety requirements
Strong data analysis, correlation, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
Six Sigma, DOE or DFSS training/certification preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of technical reports and presentations
Employment type: Full Time
Salary/Wage: Unspecified
 
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Degree: Unspecified
Experience (year): Unspecified
Job Location: Troy, MI Michigan
Address: 2716 Daley Dr
Zip/Postal Code: 48083
Post date: 10/09/2025 / Viewed 13 times
 
Contact Information
Company: Slate Auto
Contact Name: Sherry Schneider
 
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