Lead Development Engineer - Combustion (Diesel)

General Motors•Pontiac, MI

9d•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 We are looking for a hard working Lead Combustion System Development Engineer, who is responsible for planning, developing, and executing subsystem level tests in a world class testing and development facility. Tasks also include leading cross functional development teams, data analysis, calibration development, identifying opportunities for data reduction, while leading the migration of lab-based activities to math. This is an assignment where creativity, initiative and independent judgment are involved, and effective cross-organizational teamwork is crucial.

Requirements

Minimum 8 years of experience in automotive engineering with engine system knowledge
BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics
Experience in diesel engine system, thermodynamic, and emission formation mechanism
Proficiency with all SW tools consisting of AVL PUMA, IndiCom, CAMEO, Concerto and ETAS INCA software
Demonstrated Drive for Results
Excellent Planning and Problem-Solving skills
High level of oral and written communication skills
High level of interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with others, and ability to establish peer relationships.
Ability to prioritize work, resources, and work independently with minimal direction
Proficient with computer and data acquisition systems
Experience in data analysis to optimize testing or model results
Ability to travel as required for offsite testing (less than 10%)

Nice To Haves

Experience with AVL PUMA/IndiCom/CAMEO and ETAS INCA software
Knowledge and 10+ years experience with diesel combustion system component interactions, aftertreatment systems engine testing, calibration, model based controls, single cylinder engine operation, or hardware development
Experience with engine dynamometer instrumentation/devices and emissions measurement systems
Familiarity with government test cycles (e.g., FTP, US06, WLTP, RDE, RMC, LLC, HHDDT)

Responsibilities

Actively lead the Product Development Teams while working with Technical Experts to improve design features, calibration strategies and current test methods. This may involve comprehending related ECU algorithms, associated calibration process, and evaluation of virtual metrics supporting hardware
Collaborate with design, 1D and 3D analysis teams to collectively achieve program goals
Track development test unit through build process - support setup and debugging to assure test readiness
Track and report on testing progress and issues
Develop and execute first-time capable tests for calibration and hardware development
Lead diagnosis and resolution of issues that occur during setup and testing
Utilize and create post processing tools to assure data quality and track usefulness of data in generation of final calibration or reports
Develop, implement, and update standard work processes and procedures globally
Interact with facilities, technical leads, calibration teams, hardware release engineers, and others to improve process and test efficiency
Support math-based activities, migrating additional work from Road and Lab to Math based models and data analysis
Train, Mentor, and develop new engineers