Senior Design Release Engineer - GM Energy

GM•Warren, MI

3d•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 The Senior Design Release Engineer (DRE) for GM Energy will work on the latest GM and supplier developed charging, energy management, grid service hardware and software products. Identify and track technical deliverables from GM and supplier organizations. Complete activities as required to qualify and integrate those products into GM product sourcing, quality, and management systems. Have tactical responsibility to support the efficient execution of product releases, to meet challenging program requirements, and to support the Product Integration Manager as required. The Senior DRE will also have strategic responsibility to collaborate on key initiatives including development of technology, product road maps, and definition of product requirements to succeed in the market.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering
5+ years of experience in Design, Development, Validation and release of hardware and/or software products
Highly proficient in Release and Issue resolution processes
Proven ability to work/collaborate effectively with cross functional teams and suppliers
Proven ability to simplify, prioritize, and identify actionable steps when faced with multiple complex issues
Time management skills to meet agreed upon customer deliverables, able to manage multiple projects
Proficient with requirements definitions
Proficient with DFMEA, Quality Chain, and PPAP processes

Nice To Haves

Master degree in Engineering or related fields
8+ years of experience in Design, Development, Validation, and release for automotive components.
Experience/Expertise in EV Chargers and Home Energy Products (Residential ESS, Solar, MID, Meter Collars, etc.)
Highly developed interpersonal and presentation skills
Knowledge of GM EV charging architecture implementations and requirements.
Proven technical and professional skills in systems engineering area
Design for Six Sigma Certification Black Belt
Experience launching products on a critical timeline

Responsibilities

Collaborate with fellow GM Energy DREs, GM Energy Product Managers, other GM organizations, and supplier teams to define criteria for product performance, features, cost, and interfaces
Define list of technical deliverables required from suppliers necessary to qualify and integrate those systems into GM product management platforms
Facilitate integration of GM Energy products into GM product management platforms (EMERGE, PRTS, JIRA, etc.)
GM Energy lead for ensuring on time release of technical deliverables
Develop and test new charging and energy management products/features
Provide technical support and troubleshooting efforts for customer and installer concerns
Lead product technical reviews
Oversee support DFMEA and Design Reviews
Issue Management; PRTS, JIRA, GIMS, Supply Chain Shortages, and Alternate Materials
Support warranty analysis
Conduct PDTs to manage supplier deliverables and keep GM internal teams aligned
Assist with creation of technical details in customer product manuals, Installation manuals, quick install guides, data sheets, troubleshooting guides, etc.
Manage hardware and software/firmware releases
Manage over the air (OTA) firmware delivery process definition, approval and execution
Collaborate with technical specialists to access subject matter expertise that may be required to assess supplier developed products for integration into GM Energy’s offerings
Communicate with other GM Energy teams to confirm consistent application of execution, lessons learned, best practices, and adherence to guidelines