Electrical Hardware Engineer - Exterior Lighting 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

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or related engineering discipline)
5+ years of professional experience in electronics hardware design

Responsibilities

Develop exterior lighting electronic hardware in alignment with GM vehicle electrical architecture and functional safety (ISO 26262 / ASIL requirements)
Evaluate and propose lamp electronics design concepts, balancing styling intent, engineering feasibility, cost, and performance
Lead root-cause analysis and resolution of electronic component and system-level issues across development, pre-production builds, launch, and current production
Support global vehicle programs and work directly with global supply base and partners
Create and manage performance requirements considering benchmarking, program targets, energy management, mass, lighting appearance, animations, and packaging
Conduct competitive benchmarking to guide system design direction
Lead or support advanced technology investigations and component-level innovation
Make sound engineering decisions with incomplete information while prioritizing customer experience and program goals
Perform system trade-off analyses across cost, complexity, power consumption, timing, and manufacturability
Provide technical leadership within product development teams and manage subsystem deliverables
Communicate status, risks, and design decisions clearly to cross-functional partners and leadership
Develop Statements of Requirements (SORs), Statements of Work (SOWs), and Interface Control Documents (ICDs)
Contribute to peer reviews and continuous improvement of design and development processes

Skills

Electrical Hardware Design

Exterior Lighting Systems

ISO 26262

ASIL

Root Cause Analysis

Functional Safety

Electronic Components

System Requirements

Benchmarking

Energy Management

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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