Software Controls Design Engineer - Suspension at General Motors

Milford, 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

Expertise in embedded controls
Passion for agile problem-solving in controls development
Proficiency with tools such as Matlab/Simulink, INCA/MDA, GMSIM, and others for analysis
Ability to collaborate across Agile Release Trains (ART), including with Suspension calibration teams, Systems Engineers, System Architects, and Technical Specialists
Knowledge of Lean-Agile principles, standard work, design principles, and best practices
Experience with DFMEA/AFMEA, failure mode analysis, and defining system behavior under fault conditions
Understanding of safety and government requirements/regulations
Familiarity with Scrum processes, including feature decomposition, user story elaboration, definition of done, and acceptance criteria
Skills in developing and executing test cases at multiple integration levels (SIL, HIL, Vehicle)
Ability to lead technical workgroups, algorithm design reviews, and issue resolution initiatives

Responsibilities

Develop controls designs utilizing Lean-Agile principles
Develop supervisory controls and diagnostics for GM in-house height controls using standard work, design principles, and best practices
Collaborate with Suspension calibration teams to design robust algorithms meeting system requirements
Conduct analysis on design changes using tools like Matlab/Simulink, INCA/MDA, GMSIM
Lead development and review of subsystem DFMEA/AFMEA and analyze failure modes for robust algorithm design
Define system behavior under fault conditions and incorporate into production algorithms
Ensure algorithm design adheres to safety and government requirements/regulations
Lead technical workgroups to decompose requirements into controls design
Support Scrum Manager with ART feature decomposition and user story elaboration
Communicate with Scrum team to align on design intent and support implementation of software components
Provide information for Calibration procedures and Behavior Test Specifications (BTS)
Verify functional performance of controls designs
Support development of feature or component BTS with Scrum team
Support robustness and BTS testing on SIL, HIL, or Vehicle
Develop and execute test cases at multiple integration levels
Review test results and incorporate modifications into controls design
Host algorithm design reviews and verify performance metrics via test data analysis
Verify acceptance criteria through test and data analysis
Provide feedback to hardware teams on issues identified during design and analysis
Lead issue resolution initiatives, investigate issues, and incorporate lessons learned
Document lessons learned, Best Practices, and Intellectual Property
Participate in scrum and ART ceremonies
Utilize Problem Resolution Tracking System (PRTS)
Produce innovative methods to improve efficiency

Skills

Embedded Controls

Matlab

Simulink

INCA

MDA

GMSIM

DFMEA

AFMEA

Diagnostics

Agile

Mechatronics

Supervisory Controls

Height Control Systems

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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