Controller Design Release Engineer
General Motors

Job Info

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Job Description

Hybrid: This position does not require an employee to be on-site full-time to perform most effectively. This position requires an employee to be onsite 1-4 x per year.

GM is undergoing a major transformation, both in how we operate and in how we will influence the future of transportation. This Engineer will be the primary contact to the Tier1 supplier and will ensure the controller meets requirements and is properly validated.

The Controller Design Release Engineer will lead in gathering, negotiating, updating, and documenting controller requirements for the assigned product program and be the single-point contact between Propulsion and the supplier. You'll participate in solving highly complex problems using quantitative and qualitative data to find solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Own/Release the Hardware for development & production
• Own the controller requirements and all changes during development
• Blend of program management and technical leadership
• Negotiate changes from supplier, PCAT, Electrical Architecture, Algorithm, and Software Engineers and update controller requirements document
• Support cost savings initiatives
• Facilitate requirements and design reviews with suppliers, algorithm and software groups
• Gather all necessary documents for purchasing process and provide technical expertise during purchasing sourcing process
• Gather controller requirements from Electrical Architecture, Packaging, Electrical Mechanization, PCAT, CSIL/CSIE, Algorithm, and Software Engineers
• Organizes and leads key development meetings (PDT, design reviews, DFMEAs)
• Review and approve controller validation plans-Worst Case Analysis, Bench (Design Demo), Design and Process Validation
• Build and publish controller specific controller verification requirements
• Manage and Track Supplier Development Progress
• Keep supplier(s) on track to meet key milestones (design freeze, gate reviews for prototype levels, validation start and complete dates)
• Ensures hardware prototypes are validated and available for key vehicle build events (IVER, APPV, PPV, etc.)
• Support closure of controller related Problem Resolution & Tracking System (PRTS)
• Releases Base Model Part Number (hardware) and PPAP approval
• Reports status of key hardware development progress to management
• Lead/participate in issue resolution for the controller
• Controller warranty analysis, issue resolution, parts restriction and report updates as the need arises to Team leadership.
• Monitor warranty via Tri-Charts and design changes in production (via Change Notices)
• Understand Pareto Charts & Evaluate Controller Returns
• Participate in controller assembly plant visits
• Support annual validation requirements
• Interface with the Integration Team

Additional Job Description

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering
• 2 years of post-graduation engineering experience working with electronic modules / systems
• Engineering experience in Quality, Software or Launch exposure
• Experience with Electromechanical design
• Experience with warranty systems: GART, QIS2, AQA, SAS EG, Tracker GART etc.
• Experience with DFMEA
• Ability to work effectively within multi-disciplinary teams
• Knowledge of the Vehicle Development Process
• High level of Interpersonal skill to work effectively with others including global partners
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and lead teams to consensus when needed
• High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual or difficult

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years of post-graduation engineering experience working with automotive electronic modules / systems
• Design Release experience preferred
• Power BI and Tableau experience preferred
• DFSS Green Belt / Black Belt

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
• Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
• Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;
• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
• Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities.GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statements

The policy of General Motors is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Additionally, General Motors is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us atCareers.Accommodations@GM.com. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

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