Senior Advanced Control and Software Engineer

Job Description

Sponsorship: GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE.  DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

Hybrid: This position allows flexibility utilizing our hybrid-work appropriately model where team members can work at General Motors Milford Proving Ground, Milford, Michigan or off-site, requiring the team member be onsite to support project needs.  At GM, we believe work-life harmonization is essential to a team member’s success and job satisfaction. 

The Role:

The Advanced Control and Emission Systems (ACES) team at General Motors is seeking a Senior Advanced Control and Software Engineer to support Advanced Technical Work (ATW) projects in the Electrification domain. The ideal candidate will possess a strong passion for innovation, demonstrating a proactive approach to identifying and implementing creative solutions that drive progress and enhance operational efficiency. Additionally, knowledge in the electrification control domain, including motor control, power electronics, and bi-directional charging, is essential. This enthusiasm for exploring new ideas and technologies will be crucial in fostering a culture of continuous improvement and inspiring collaboration within the team.

What You’ll Do         

• Lead a team to execute Advanced Technical Work (ATW) projects
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to define project requirements and deliverables
• Develop control methods and controller software code
• Develop calibrations and/or calibration methods
• Perform modeling and simulation
• Verify control methods/software on SIL/HIL test bench and/or developmental vehicles
• Perform system verification based on stakeholder or project requirements

Additional Job Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)​​

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical or software engineering
• 5+ years in electrification controls and/or software
• Knowledge in the electrification control domain:
  • Motor control
  • Power electronics
  • Bi-Directional charging
• Ability to work autonomously with limited direction from leadership
• Proactive self-starter with ability to learn on your own and handle multiple projects at one time
• Experience in C coding for embedded software
• Proficient with embedded software development tools (Git/Gerrit)
• Proficient with HIL and/or SIL testing
• Knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink
• Understanding of vehicle interface tools: Vehicle Spy, INCA
• Ability to effectively communicate with leadership/decision makers

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)​

• Master’s degree in electrical, mechanical or software engineering
• 5+ years of system or cross domain engineering experience
• Developed HWIO software for inhouse ECUs
• Understanding rapid prototyping platforms: ETAS, d-SPACE
• An understanding of Global B/VIP/SDV electrical architecture
• Proficient in calibration development
• Experience successfully leading large ambiguous projects
• Familiarity with simulation tools: GT Power Suite, Amesim

This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

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 trip