Product Hardware Design Manager - Displays at General Motors

Warren, Michigan, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AutomotiveIndustries

Requirements

  • High performing manager capable of developing winning execution strategies
  • Ability to oversee solutions, resolve issues, and deliver continuous improvement for Displays considering quality, cost, and timing
  • Experience leading Hardware Engineering Teams and working with cross-functional teams (Layout, Mechanical Engineering, Software, Semiconductor)
  • Knowledge of working with leading display panel suppliers across varying display technologies (e.g., LCD, OLED)
  • Expertise in program management to achieve program milestones
  • Ability to coach and mentor hardware engineers for career growth
  • Technical leadership in electrical hardware design, including schematics, PCB layout, and embedded designs
  • Experience with new IC design/development for advanced in-vehicle architectures
  • Proficiency in electrical worst case analysis, five-point parametric tests, and end-of-line production tests
  • Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally within Displays team and across other SMTs
  • Familiarity with vehicle Program Imperatives (piece cost, investment, mass, base engineering content, IPTV)

Responsibilities

  • Oversee and guide a team of electrical hardware designers, providing technical direction, assigning tasks, and ensuring productivity/efficiency
  • Mentor and coach Hardware Engineers to support career growth
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams (software, mechanical, manufacturing) for seamless integration of electrical hardware designs
  • Lead embedded designs for advanced module architectures
  • Lead new IC design/development strategic to advanced in-vehicle architectures
  • Lead electrical schematic design and PCB layout
  • Assess feasibility of electrical hardware designs (cost, performance, reliability, manufacturability)
  • Support next generation designs for display panel technologies (LCD, OLED) in GM vehicles
  • Perform/review electrical worst case analysis
  • Represent GM HW team as design expert in core technologies
  • Optimize five-point parametric tests and finalize end-of-line production tests
  • Lead as build-to-print engineer and liaison with contract house
  • Apply cost-effective solutions with improved performance design
  • Lead product development in multi-hub engineering organizations (Detroit and West Coast)
  • Refine/optimize requirements with MPG team
  • Maintain Display Hardware Design deliverables (Block Diagram, Schematics, PCB layout)
  • Lead Peer Reviews and identify issues (integration, interfaces, systemic)
  • Support Engineering Change Requests (ECR) for Displays
  • Support Assembly Plant issue resolution
  • Provide technical leadership for troubleshooting (PRTS Issue Resolution)
  • Support Product Investigations (SFI Process)
  • Lead Cost Reduction
  • Provide guidance/consultation to Design Release Engineers (DREs) in product development meetings
  • Create and maintain Best Practices
  • Collaborate/strategize with Display TS, Electric Power subsystem TS, and Safety
  • Ensure vehicle Program Imperatives are met
  • Work with DRE/Validation group to set up and execute component validation plans (including software verification)
  • Participate in Formal Design, Peer, and Quality Gate reviews per Vehicle Development Process (VDP)
  • Develop/review/approve in-process electrical test plans
  • Support vehicle integration for pre-production and production vehicles
  • Lead/participate in issue resolution for design/development issues, ECU warranty analysis, parts restriction, and report updates
  • Execute Display Hardware Design, Validation, and Release throughout product lifecycle

Skills

Hardware Design
PCB Layout
Electrical Schematics
Embedded Design
IC Design
LCD
OLED
Hardware Validation
Program 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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