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General Motors

Senior Design Release Engineer- Integrated Center Stack (ICS)

Warren, MI

Description

Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Warren, MI three times per week, at minimum.

The Role

The Integrated Center Stack (ICS) and the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) are the main customer interfaces to our cutting-edge infotainment systems. Because they are styled electronic devices and prominently integrated in the IP, they give the ICS Lead high exposure to multiple disciplines in the organization.

For some programs, the ICS Lead also manages the development and execution of the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Controls and possibly the Front Passenger Infotainment (FPI) display integration which is another application-specific Infotainment interface.

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As the ICS Lead, you'll interact with interior, HVAC, electrical, materials and integration engineering teams. Outside of engineering, there's interaction with program teams, marketing, manufacturing and significant time spent collaborating with suppliers, the design studio, purchasing and quality.

In the end, the goal is to ensure all requirements and deliverables are met on time, with quality.

What You'll Do

  • Create Statement of Requirements (SOR) in collaboration with purchasing, studio and engineering to develop requirements, allowable cost, etc.
  • Manage and update component-specific technical specification(s)
  • Track and manage imperatives (cost, investment, mass, etc.) to meet program targets
  • Provide leadership, coaching, and technical direction to supplier resident engineer(s)
  • Lead product development team (PDT) meetings and provided technical direction to PDT members
  • Act as engineering lead in studio activities for surface development
  • Work with supplier to develop needed execution criteria (Design execution sections, surface, die vectors, regulatory compliance, etc.) to support surface development
  • Work with User Experience, Interior and/or Appearance Studios and Materials Engineering to identify solutions for achieving finish, color, gloss, etc. of materials
  • Effectively communicate direction, status, issues and resolutions to PDT members, as well as all levels of leadership within the department, program team, purchasing and studio
  • Support development builds and launch activities with troubleshooting, retrofits, etc. to ensure a flawless launch
  • Manage all component validation activities and close all issues by required milestones

Additional Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering
  • Minimum of 5 years of engineering experience of electronic components or styled infotainment components or another related technology
  • Possess a high level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and complex
  • Demonstrate creativity, initiative and good judgment in decision making
  • Experience as a cross-functional team leader dealing with styled components
  • Experience with Launch in resolving fit/finish and any other build issues in manufacturing
  • Knowledge of vehicle data communication systems (CAN, LVDS, LIN, ETHERNET)
  • Knowledge of vehicle safety requirements (e.g., FMVSS, etc.)
  • In-depth knowledge of requirements engineering process (FMEA, DFSS)

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

  • Skilled in collaborating with design studio, program teams, other SMTs (interior and HVAC) and purchasing
  • Design Engineering skills (UniGraphics training)
  • Knowledge of verification and validation process (component-, bench-, vehicle-level)
  • Experience with managing multiple vehicle programs/suppliers simultaneously

About GM

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Diversity Information

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Client-provided location(s): Warren, MI, USA
Job ID: General_Motors-JR-202412763
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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