Design Release Engineer - Cooling Pump System & Hardware

General Motors•Warren, MI

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Design Release Engineer will work in GM’s RESS Thermal Management Product Management Team, leading the design, analysis, development, validation, and production implementation of propulsion cooling components. Components may include cold plates, metal and plastic cooling lines, coolant pumps, coolant control valves, thermostats, and other thermal components used in Drive Units, batteries, and Internal Combustion Engines. The role is responsible for specifying and balancing requirements; executing and evaluating designs; and overseeing analysis, development, testing, and validation of complex engineering projects. The engineer exercises independent judgment, provides technical direction and collaboration to other engineers or support personnel, manages difficult projects, and works with internal teams, suppliers, customers, and peers responsible for related components. The position leads thermal and cooling component execution through the Global Powertrain Development Process (GPDP), and releases final designs for manufacturing or purchase. The position is hybrid, with the role description noting a 60/40 split between working at a GM facility and off-site. The selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least three times a week, or at another frequency set by their manager. Domestic and international travel may be required. The role is not eligible for relocation benefits, and GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
At least 4 years of engineering experience.
Knowledge of propulsion systems and basic controls.
Interpersonal styles and communication methods that enable effective work with business partners toward mutual goals.
Knowledge of computer software as it pertains to engineering.
Strong social skills for effective collaboration within teams and with all levels of the organization, both in person and remotely.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Master’s degree in Engineering.
DFSS Black Belt Certification.
Design Release experience with propulsion-based components.
5 years of engineering experience.
Comprehensive understanding of product engineering tools and processes, including ECM, TWO, GPDP, PRTS, DFMEA/PFMEA, and P-Release.
Cross-functional experience in Calibration, Manufacturing, Validation, VDDV, or related areas, with proven results and team-based achievements.
Prior experience with thermal components used in Drive Units, batteries, and Internal Combustion Engines.

Responsibilities

Lead communication, coordination, and consultation with engineering departments and customers.
Establish designs that meet program performance and timing requirements, including BOM/BOP/BOD and serviceability requirements.
Balance requirements across systems.
Analyze designs through design failure modes and effects analysis (DFMEA).
Plan and implement complex test and development programs.
Demonstrate that designs meet requirements through analysis (VDDV), development, and validation processes.
Represent the business unit in vendor and customer contacts.
Release final designs for manufacturing or purchase, as appropriate.
Conduct incident analysis and ensure problem resolution through the PRTS+ system.
Implement engineering changes as required.
Participate in cost studies, product suggestions, and value analysis.
Define hardware and budget requirements for experimental build programs.
Actively participate in the product management team and lead product development teams as appropriate.
Support the supplier quality assurance process.
Lead warranty issue resolution.
Participate in work groups with interactive or interfacing hardware and software teams as required.
Lead overall execution of new RESS, Drive Unit, and Internal Combustion Engine thermal and cooling components throughout the Global Powertrain Development Process (GPDP).
Lead warranty issue resolution and cost and quality improvements with suppliers and in-house manufacturing.
Travel domestically and internationally as required.