Design Release Engineer - Electric Power Mechanical Packaging - 12V Component Shields

General Motors•Warren, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Mission: 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. Role Overview: We are seeking a Mechanical / Packaging Design Release Engineer (DRE) to lead the design, packaging, release, and execution of shields and associated mechanical interfaces for 12V components for vehicle programs. This role is responsible for translating system and vehicle requirements into robust shield and package solutions for generators, inverters, converters, battery vent tubes, jump start nuts, and related 12V hardware that support performance, manufacturability, serviceability, quality, and program timing. The ideal candidate brings strong mechanical engineering fundamentals, product development experience, and the ability to drive cross-functional alignment across electrical, mechanical, packaging, manufacturing, quality, purchasing, and supplier teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
Experience in mechanical design, packaging, or design release engineering for automotive components
Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, packaging integration, materials, manufacturing processes, and assembly methods
Experience supporting shielding, brackets, housings, and packaging interfaces for automotive applications, including generators, inverters, converters, vent systems, jump start hardware, or similar 12V components
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T
Experience using CAD tools for component design and package reviews
Experience working in a cross-functional product development environment
Strong problem-solving, communication, and project management skills
Ability to manage multiple technical issues and priorities in a fast-paced program setting

Nice To Haves

Experience with generator, inverter, converter, battery vent tube, jump start hardware, or similar 12V component packaging
Experience with shield design, under hood packaging, bracket and attachment strategy, or vehicle electrical power environments
Familiarity with shield mounting strategies, structural supports, vent routing, thermal protection, serviceability, and environmental protection considerations
Experience with DFMEA, DVP&R, tolerance analysis, and change management
Experience supporting supplier technical reviews, validation, and launch execution
Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field

Responsibilities

Lead design release responsibility for assigned 12V component shields and related mechanical hardware
Own mechanical design and package integration for shields supporting generators, inverters, converters, battery vent tubes, jump start nuts, and related 12V hardware
Develop and maintain component requirements, design concepts, packaging studies, and release documentation
Ensure shield designs meet vehicle packaging, environmental, mounting, sealing, durability, service, thermal, and assembly requirements
Create and review engineering drawings, specifications, BOMs, and engineering change documentation
Drive package integration within the vehicle environment, including clearance management, attachment strategy, surrounding component interfaces, and issue resolution
Work closely with electrical, systems, packaging, and vehicle integration teams to ensure shields for generators, inverters, converters, battery vent tubes, and jump start hardware are properly packaged and supported within the full vehicle architecture
Support CAD reviews, tolerance studies, DFMEA, DVP&R development, and validation planning
Collaborate with suppliers to review designs, resolve technical issues, and support sourcing and execution
Support prototype and production builds, issue resolution, root cause investigations, and implementation of corrective actions
Manage engineering changes and execute deliverables in support of program timing, cost, quality, and performance targets