Design Release Engineer - High Voltage Battery Disconnect Unit

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 Role This role supports the Battery Disconnect Unit (BDU) for the Battery Electric Truck (BET) program, which is currently in production. The focus is on root cause analysis and containment of warranty issues, managing engineering changes, and driving improvements in supplier manufacturing quality. The engineer will ensure robust processes, timely implementation of changes, and continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

BS in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related engineering field.
2+ years of experience in automotive component release, quality, or manufacturing support.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex warranty and quality issues.
Experience with engineering change management and supplier quality processes.
Ability to influence cross-functional teams and suppliers to drive improvements.
Excellent communication skills for reporting and stakeholder engagement.
Willingness to travel (domestic & international) for supplier and plant support.

Nice To Haves

Experience with high-voltage components and power distribution systems.
Knowledge of PPAP, APQP, and automotive quality standards.
Familiarity with DFMEA and problem-solving methodologies.
Experience with Teamcenter or similar PLM tools.
Understanding of GD&T and tolerance analysis for troubleshooting mechanical issues.
Familiarity with GM embedded controls and diagnostics.

Responsibilities

Lead root cause analysis for field and warranty issues; develop and implement containment and corrective actions.
Manage engineering changes and ensure timely release and PPAP.
Collaborate with suppliers to improve manufacturing quality and reduce defects.
Conduct supplier process audits and capability studies, drive corrective actions for non-conformances.
Support validation of running changes and ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
Maintain configuration control and documentation for all BDU components.
Communicate status, risks, and issue resolution plans to leadership and cross-functional teams.
Track and report metrics: warranty reduction, defect containment timing, and change implementation effectiveness.