Subsystem Lead Engineer - High Voltage Contactor Diagnostics

Job Description

Work Arrangement:

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

The Role:

As a Subsystem Lead Engineer specializing in High Voltage Contactor Diagnostics and Vehicle Mechatronics Embedded Controls (VMEC), you will pioneer building requirements and developing the complex domain of high voltage contactor controls, energy management, and optimize system operation to enhance the range and drivability of Electrified Vehicles.

Your endeavors will significantly contribute to GM's vision of a world with ZERO Crashes, ZERO Emissions, and ZERO Congestion, emphasizing the transformative impact of Software Defined Vehicle architecture enabled by the Ultifi platform.

Core Values

• Innovation: Embrace a culture of continuous learning and innovation.

• Collaboration: Foster synergistic collaboration across cross-functional teams.

• Customer-Centricity: Uphold the voice of the customer in all architectural decisions.

• Integrity: Maintain high ethical standards and transparency in engineering activities.

What You’ll Do:

• Formulate, document, and manage both Functional and Non-Functional Subsystem Requirements, diligently allocating them to pertinent software and hardware components.

• Undertake a comprehensive subsystem analysis including Noise factors, Interface mapping, Actuator and sensor performance requirements, and Behavioral Driven Development (BDD) principles.

• Direct and evolve subsystem design with uniform solutions across diverse vehicle architectures to reduce complexity.

• Compile, sustain, and manage extensive documentation like context diagram, state diagram, system integration, Sub-System Technical Specification (SSTS), and Behavioral Test Specifications (BTS) for the defined subsystems.

• Lead initiatives in crafting and finalizing Subsystem DFMEAs, ensuring coherent linkage to component and system DFMEAs, and manage FMEA processes across applicable subsystems.

• Engage in root cause analysis for all applicable sub-system related issues, translating solutions into new or revised requirements for high voltage battery systems.

Additional Job Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Software, Computer, Electronics, Automotive or equivalent)

• 5+ years of experience in automotive embedded software development with C/C++

• Understanding Built-In Quality concepts

• Sharp analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

• Demonstrated proficiency in project management, prioritization, and independent decision-making

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Skills)

• Master’s or PhD in Engineering with a focus on Controls

• 8+ years of experience in automotive embedded software development with C/C++

• Experience in developing software for Electrification highly preferred

• Proficiency in EV and Hybrid Operating Strategy execution, constraints management, EV Driveline Dynamics management, and battery power management

• Familiarity with requirements and change management tools, Model Based Systems Engineering and associated SysML Tools, Scaled Agile Development (SAFe) process, OBD regulations requirements, and safety critical systems (ISO-26262)

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 vaca