Propulsion System Architect

General Motors • Warren, MI

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

At General Motors, product teams develop vehicles and experiences through a human-centered design process, spanning hardware, battery systems, design, software, safety, and entertainment. The Propulsion System Architect develops new electrified propulsion system architectures and leads a cross-functional team. The role calls for a collaborative engineer who is comfortable working with ambiguity.

The position balances propulsion system requirements to optimize the vehicle-integrated system; develops high-fidelity analytical models, initial component designs, and controls for key electrification systems; and works with cross-functional partners to meet performance and cost targets. It leads trade studies, technology development and integration, performance-gap resolution, DFMEA completion, and alignment of requirements and hardware technology with customer expectations. The architect also guides program teams through gates and milestones, benchmarks industries for innovative technologies, and documents new ideas to protect intellectual property.

The role is categorized as hybrid. The selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least three times a week, or at another frequency directed by their manager. Relocation benefits are available to candidates who qualify under company policy. GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
• At least 5 years of experience in product engineering.
• Ability to lead complex technical projects with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to define a tangible approach to ambiguous problems and identify optimal solutions.
• Creativity and latitude in handling challenging assignments.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, project management, and negotiating skills.
• Ability to lead and direct engineers assigned to the program and provide mentorship.
• DFSS Black Belt.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Engineering or a relevant field.
• At least 8 years of experience in electrification engineering.

Responsibilities

• Balance propulsion system requirements to optimize the vehicle-integrated propulsion system.
• Ensure high-fidelity analytical models, initial component designs, and controls are developed for key electrification systems and components.
• Develop the system to meet performance and cost targets in collaboration with VDDV, Cost Engineering, and Planning.
• Lead component or system trade studies to select optimized solutions meeting vehicle requirements for range, performance, drive quality, and cost.
• Collaborate with R&D, Technical Fellows, Vehicle Architects, and BoM owners to develop advanced propulsion technologies and proof-of-concepts, provide feedback to technology roadmaps, and integrate selected technologies into ATW or BA programs.
• Identify performance gaps and work with stakeholders to determine resolutions.
• Ensure propulsion system DFMEA is completed.
• Collaborate with vehicle, battery, drive unit, and motor engineers to align requirements and hardware technology with customer expectations.
• Engage with vehicle teams to align on propulsion system development and integration.
• Work with other SMTs, Vehicle teams, Planning, Finance, and Electrification leadership to lead the project team through program gates and milestones.
• Benchmark automotive and other industries to identify and implement innovative technologies for electric vehicles.
• Document new ideas for invention board review and subsequent patent submissions to protect intellectual property.

Benefits

• Relocation benefits are available for candidates who qualify under company policy.
• GM provides employee well-being support at work and at home through its benefits program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior