Compartment Integration Design Engineer

General Motors•Warren, MI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

At General Motors, our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process, we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen, but to be felt. We’re turning today’s impossible into tomorrow’s standard —from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design, intelligent software, and next-generation safety and entertainment features. Every day, our products move millions of people as we aim to make driving safer, smarter, and more connected, shaping the future of transportation on a global scale. The Compartment Integration Design Engineer is responsible for integrating and balancing engineering requirements in partnership with Architecture, SMT, Performance, Human Factors, and Manufacturing. This role works at the earliest stages of vehicle development to integrate innovative technology and advanced design at the systems level. The ideal candidate brings strong technical judgment, creativity, and initiative, along with a passion for automotive design and the ability to balance customer needs, engineering requirements, and design intent.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field
3+ years of experience in a related engineering area
Understanding of engineering theory and automotive design principles
Strong oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively
Ability to integrate complex systems with a strong passion for design
Strong analytical skills with the ability to solve unusual or complex problems
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively across functions
Familiarity with manufacturing processes
Experience with CAD, including Unigraphics/NX
Basic understanding of engineering specifications

Nice To Haves

Coursework in statistics, mechanics of materials, vehicle/occupant packaging, or integrated design
DFSS Black Belt certification

Responsibilities

Create, refine, and finalize engineering criteria in collaboration with design and engineering partners
Lead development of integrated engineering solutions to resolve packaging issues while protecting design intent
Use physical and mathematical models to evaluate alternatives and support design decisions
Apply DFSS methodologies to manage tradeoffs involving cost, mass, timing, assembly, dimensional variation, and other program requirements
Integrate regional and global requirements and develop solutions to support brand and market needs
Communicate proactively with team members to resolve challenges within Expert Team meetings for assigned areas
Ensure packaging and studio models align with customer-facing targets, including spaciousness, visibility, occupant accommodation, storage, cargo, and access
Lead cross-functional surface and integration meetings, including CITs and Surface Workgroups
Drive issue resolution and escalation for assigned areas of responsibility
Support technical development of design surfaces in digital models, full-size clay models, clinic properties, and VR/MR mockups
Benchmark competitive vehicles to ensure package competitiveness in section size, clearances, component locations, component size, and functional performance
Develop meeting agendas and publish meeting minutes
Create NX models to guide surface development
Maintain and strengthen NX modeling skills
Incorporate Voice of the Customer insights into package design
Develop space claims and package solutions that maximize space utilization and meet customer needs
Support Math Virtual Assessments and Synch Point reviews