Design Release Engineer - Front and Rear Closures at General Motors

Warren, Michigan, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AutomotiveIndustries

Requirements

  • Technical capability in closure subsystem development
  • Understands SSTS to enable adaptation to new vehicles
  • Some technical knowledge of Closures and system integration with basic working knowledge of Closure components (Latches, Hinges, Counterbalance, Power Actuators, Handles, Sensors)
  • Knowledge of competitive benchmarks and trends in subsystem space
  • Engaged with TS team and active participant in GSSLT’s
  • Understands and implements subsystem best practices and can quickly and effectively share learnings with other programs/platforms/AVD
  • Familiar with manufacturing process for Closures across Stamping, Body, Paint and GA
  • Working knowledge of GM system and processes (ECR, PRTS, eMerge, PPAP, TWO’s etc.)

Responsibilities

  • Collaborates with cross-functional partners to achieve a robust solution with balanced imperatives
  • Supports System Architects and Lead Integrators and System Leads to guide the Integrated Suppliers, Software and Services partners, Program Teams and Manufacturing partners to develop integrated solutions that balance innovation, content and imperatives within manufacturing constraints, engineering requirements and best practices
  • Negotiates with cross-functional partners to balance solutions
  • Collaborates extensively with Closures Engineers, Software and Services Engineers, Suppliers, General Assembly and VDDV/CAE Engineers to balance component requirements, SSTS requirements, along with packaging and dimensional requirements
  • Ensures criteria development enables quality on time execution
  • Ensures software Controls and Electrical requirements are developed, communicated and delivered
  • Develops studies/alternatives, and supports Program direction based upon cost, mass, timing, DFMEA, quality, and other program imperatives
  • Communicates information to and from internal and external customer organizations
  • Leads the Product Development Team enabling the subsystem to meet all deliverables on time while managing imperative and providing integrated solutions across multiple programs
  • Runs effective subsystem PDT
  • Executes Quality Chain elements with rigor and excellence
  • Co-Leads System Design Reviews, Peer reviews, DRBTR reviews to ensure 100 percent design fidelity and best practice compliance – with focus on interfaces and integration issues, specifically in the software Controls domain
  • Completes the key deliverables thru the VDP utilizing PDT and component timing plans, including math releases, SOR’s, Sourcing, Tool Kick Offs, Test-Ready Properties, Validation/Verification, ICDm/e, CRV’s, MRD’s for build events, and PPAP
  • Leads in the development, execution and approval of Verification plans for subsystems
  • Supports the PDT

Skills

CAD
DFMEA
GD&T
CATIA
Teamcenter
Vehicle Closures
Closure Actuators
Power Liftgates
SSTS
VDDV
CAE

General Motors

Designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles

About General Motors

General Motors designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles and vehicle parts, catering to individual consumers, businesses, and government entities. The company operates in both traditional internal combustion engine vehicles and the growing electric vehicle (EV) market, generating revenue through vehicle sales and financing services. GM stands out from competitors with its commitment to community service, sustainability, and diversity, as evidenced by a majority female Board of Directors. The company's goal is to balance traditional automotive manufacturing with technological advancements in electric and autonomous vehicles.

Detroit, MichiganHeadquarters
1908Year Founded
$486.7MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Student Loan Assistance
Flexible Work Hours
Discount on GM vehicles

Risks

Shutting down Cruise Robotaxi may affect investor confidence in GM's AV strategy.
Chevrolet Equinox EV recall could harm GM's safety reputation.
Leadership transition in design may disrupt continuity and brand identity.

Differentiation

GM's Dynamic Fuel Management system enhances fuel efficiency in traditional vehicles.
GM leads in board diversity with 55% women directors.
GM's pivot to personal autonomous vehicles aligns with consumer trends.

Upsides

Partnership with Nvidia boosts GM's autonomous vehicle technology capabilities.
Collaboration with ChargePoint expands EV charging infrastructure, enhancing consumer appeal.
Bryan Nesbitt's appointment as design head may bring innovation to GM's vehicle design.

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