PSDS Lead Wiring Design Release Engineer

General Motors•Warren, MI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Role: The Power and Signal Distribution Systems (PSDS) Lead Engineer is a key position responsible for designing and implementing the entire power and signal distribution system for vehicle programs. In this role the employee will oversee design rework, ICDe integration, and release of key prototype deliverables—including prototype rework documentation and 2D stick drawings—to enable higher software fidelity and support high-quality physical builds. This opportunity will require the employee to interface with colleagues around the world, as well as, to lead a team of engineers. The position entails working closely with vehicle program teams, other Product Development engineering groups such as interiors and body/white, chassis, validation, program team, purchasing, marketing, and manufacturing.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Science, Math, Chemistry or Physics
Minimum of 5 years of professional engineering experience
Minimum of 2 years of engineering experience in Power Signal or Wire harness packaging
Understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of mechanical/electrical mechanisms
Demonstrated technical and professional skills in job-related area required
High level analytical ability where problems are unusual and complex
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and effectively with others
Knowledge of engineering software and systems as it pertains to job-related area
This position requires the ability to legally operate a motor vehicle on a regular basis and successfully complete a Motor Vehicle Report review.

Nice To Haves

Masters Degree
5+ years of engineering experience in Power Signal or Wire harness packaging

Responsibilities

Provides program specific requirements for sourcing process
Provides technical background in PSDS supplier technical reviews
Creates initial harness parts list and complexity studies
Maintains consistency of effort for the program - knows the PSDS Statement of Requirements, program, timing, issues, plan etc. and manages details when changes are required
Manages efforts of the supplier within the engineering factory
Identifies and schedules training needs accordingly with EGM approval
Participates in interface tradeoffs and resolves integration issues
Manages the cost, quality, mass, etc. for the power and signal distribution system including content and program changes
Supports Pre-Production build events including both physical and virtual builds
Ensures that the design, development, and electrical release of the Wiring System are integrated within the vehicle architecture with quality
Conducts Product Development Team meetings to ensure deliverables and timing are met
Leads benchmarking analysis to support innovation, tradeoff or cost /benefit analysis
Leads Peer and Wire Harness Assessment reviews
Provides assembly plant launch and remediation support
Generates technical solutions for current, new and major programs with engineers
Provides technical leadership for advanced technology development
Performs complex design analysis
Develops engineering designs (including subsystems)
Implements engineering changes
Specifies and balances system requirements
Plans and implements test and/or development programs
Releases parts and subsystems for production
Communicates, coordinates, and consults with engineering departments and customers
Stays abreast of new technology and competitive products
Travels as required
Interface between TS and DRE on design direction
Directs and facilitates assigned team members to appropriate experts (TS, program electrical architect, program lead wiring engineer, etc.)
Provides complexity reduction ideas as a direct interface with marketing
Leads discussion with program teams on design and execution, i.e. Vapir, VCIT