Manufacturing Software Development Engineer (MSDE) Flash Application
General MotorsAbout the role
Job Description
Work Arrangement - Onsite
The successful candidate is expected to report to the Milford Proving Grounds or Warren Tech Center on a full-time basis. This role requires up to 5% domestic and international travel.
The Role
Global Manufacturing Electrical & SDV is looking for innovators who are passionate about tackling meaningful work that will shape the future of the automotive industry. While there will be long days, tough moments, and challenges that push you to grow, you’ll find purpose in your work, flexibility to prioritize your family, and the support of a people-first culture.
If you’re ready to grow, thrive, and make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.
WHY: The purpose of this role is to develop and maintain test applications for GM Manufacturing sites, ensuring that vehicles are built and verified correctly across all assembly plants globally. The role collaborates with product engineering to verify and validate electrical systems according to global specifications. Additionally, it works with Manufacturing Software Integration Engineers and plant personnel to enhance end-of-line testing, enabling operators to efficiently build vehicles, address build issues, and achieve electrical first-time quality goals.
WHAT: As a MSDE, you will develop, validate, and maintain application software for GM Manufacturing tools and processes.
HOW: Supporting the plants to make it happen for our customers.
What You’ll Do (Responsibilities):
Design, develop and validate applications for Flash Programming.
Code, maintain, and debug test applications using C/C++ programming language.
Debug and root cause issues with vehicle electronic control units affecting testing applications using CAN (ISO15765), UDS (ISO14229), and DoIP (ISO13400) serial data protocols.
Perform EOL validation in System Benches and support pre-production vehicle builds as required.
Support team members in system verification process, parameter setting and option settings.
Validate boot and software changes made to global components as required.
Interface with Product Engineering (GSSLT Leads, Electrical DREs), suppliers, and Customer Care and Aftersales Engineering.
Foster a forward-thinking work culture that embraces change and navigates future organizational and industry challenges.
Build and nurture strategic relationships across various functions including software, manufacturing, and program management to synergize efforts towards future innovations.
Additional Job Description
Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications):
5+ years of experience in software development
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
C, C++ Computer Language programming skills
Outstanding Software debugging and troubleshooting experience.
Ability to read and understand CAN (ISO15765), UDS (ISO14229), and DoIP (ISO13400) serial data protocols
Knowledge of vehicle electrical and mechanical systems
Knowledge of vehicle electrical architectures
Ability to technically communicate effectively in the English Language
What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
Familiarity with End-of-Line Assembly Verification systems such as GTS
Familiarity with Microsoft Visual Studio for software development.
Utility-file and SPS Interpreters experience
Electrical system bench co-related experience
Familiarity with product release processes (SPR/SPD, 3PD, etc.)
Vehicle assembly plant/process experience
Understanding Linux PC system setup and configuration
GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)
This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
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