Technical Specialist - Controller Electronics
General Motors

Milford, Michigan

Posted in Automotive


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Job Description

The Vehicle Motion Embedded Controls (VMEC) organization is seeking an Engine & Transmission Technical Specialist, who is responsible for developing the strategic vision for the engine and transmission embedded controls as well as supporting development and maintenance of the technical requirements that support this vision! Additionally, the Technical Specialist participates in the VMEC Electronics Portfolio Strategy team (VEPS) which develops the overarching technical strategy roadmap for VMEC Electronics.

This position may require occasional on-site work with ability to work from home portion of the time if desired by the employee

Job Responsibilities

  • Required to support coordination of propulsion related studies
  • Work with VMEC Electronics GSSLT (Global Subsystem Leadership Technical) and engine and transmission hardware architects to develop technology roadmap
  • Establish overall reuse and sourcing strategy for ICE propulsion specific control modules with the GSSLT and Purchasing Commodity Manager
  • Provide proposals for new ATW technology ideas/projects and provide technical support to ATW technology projects
  • Initiate epics in the GECSE (Global Electrification, Controls, SW & Electronics) Lean Portfolio Management system and provide required information to move them to decision
  • Participate as core member of sourcing activities for new controllers for commodity including sourcing specification readiness meetings, supplier workshops, technical reviews and supplier technical rating
  • Participate in quality assessment reviews to ensure variation/failure modes are comprehended
  • Foster communication and learnings between regions
  • Mentor and provide consultation as necessary to VMEC engineers and managers

Required Skills and Experience:
  • BS in Engineering, Math or Physics
  • Minimum 8 years of experience in automotive embedded controls development including DRE experience
  • Knowledge and experience in ICE propulsion control systems
  • High level of competence in writing and comprehending hardware and software requirements
  • Excellent knowledge of vehicle serial data communications (CAN, GMLAN, LIN, ) and electrical architectures (Global A, and VIP)
  • Detailed knowledge of mechatronics, microcontroller architectures and memory technologies
  • Detailed understanding of hardware and software design and failure modes in electronic modules
Preferred Skills and Experience:
  • Master's degree in one of the following areas: Engineering, Math or Physics
  • Knowledge of GM product design and development cycles

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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