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Propulsion System Safety Engineer

AT General Motors
General Motors

Propulsion System Safety Engineer

Milford, MI

Description

Sponsorship: GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Milford, MI three times per week or other frequency dictated by the business.

The Role

We are seeking a high-energy, technically agile System Safety Engineer to support new and existing GM Propulsion Systems. The System Safety Engineer will work in a fast-paced and iterative work environment to ensure that GM system safety processes and methods are applied during the creation, development, and validation of Propulsion Systems. They will be responsible for specifying the propulsion system and component level safety requirements so that the product level requirements can be met under all operating and customer usage conditions.

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What You'll Do

You will be responsible for developing Integration solutions to meet vehicle requirements. Full understanding of the VDP process. This activity includes problem solving with support of the Integration leaders. Work requires an understanding of engineering concepts. Has the ability to work with limited direction and independently and make decisions based on general practices and procedures. Proficiency in Project Planning. This activity includes creativity and initiative in independent problem solving and leading multi-functional teams for issue resolution. Exercises independent judgement and creative solution development with minimal direction from EGM.

Additional Description

Your Skills & Abilities

  • Bachelors degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Computer Science
  • 5 years of engineering experience in a job-related field
  • Understanding of hardware design, software interfaces and failure modes
  • Working knowledge of functional safety ISO26262 or IEC 61508 or UL 9540 standards
  • Knowledge of verification and validation processes
  • Participates in and/or leads design/peer reviews
  • Lead change request reviews for safety impact and supports the Safety Critical Calibration Process and workgroup
  • Utilizes guidance from internal/external customers to meet requirements
  • Stays ahead of current product developments and trends in area of responsibility
  • Shares lessons learned with peers and manager
  • Keeps Manager informed of assignment status, timing, and technical issues and makes recommendations based on work completed
  • Actively identifies new areas for learning and takes advantage of learning opportunities
  • Independently creates/manages project plans and ensures high quality, on time completion of tasks
  • Responsible for mentoring other team members

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred qualifications)

  • Understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of electromechanical mechanisms and controls systems
  • Understanding of serial data communications
  • Understanding of design and safety mechanisms in propulsion systems
  • Software/Controls/Systems implementation experience with safety critical systems
  • Calibration experience with safety critical systems
  • Validation experience with safety critical systems

This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

About GM

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Diversity Information

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Client-provided location(s): Milford, MI 48381, USA
Job ID: General_Motors-JR-202423941
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Stock Purchase Program
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Woman founded/led
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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