Senior Hardware Engineer – High Voltage Power Packs Technical Expert

GM•Warren, MI

14d•Onsite

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. As a Senior Hardware Engineer for High Voltage Power Packs, the candidate will be the technical leader responsible for understanding and rolling out the global requirements and strategy to assist in the execution of high voltage power pack assemblies (400W up to over 7.2kW), high voltage power outlets, and 12V power outlets for the interior and exterior of the vehicle. The candidate should possess creativity and initiative as well as a high level of independent judgement to support a growth commodity.

Requirements

Demonstrated technical and professional skills in high voltage and low voltage power systems.
High-voltage power outlets, AC power outlets, power packs, or comparable power-electronics hardware.
Basic software control knowledge for the LIN controlled device and sub-system requirements/mechanizations.
DFMEA development and maintenance.
Hardware testing, component validation, vehicle integration, and systems integration.
Electric power distribution and vehicle electrical architecture.
High level of oral and written communication skill – ability to lead and mentor others.
High level analytical ability where problems are unusual and complex.
Understanding of development process from sourcing to execution.
Exhibits appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with business partners to meet mutual goals.
DFSS Black Belt.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
5+ years of experience in job-related area.

Nice To Haves

Design Release Engineering or equivalent hardware ownership experience.
Experience with High Voltage or Electric power distribution in the vehicle and subsystem requirements.
Direct automotive EV/electrification experience.
Master’s Degree or other Advanced Degree.

Responsibilities

Understand and lead the roll-out of global requirements and strategy to assist the organization in execution.
Define and agree on a product roadmap and awareness of program packaging constraints.
Support the organization as a technical leader for future and current technology, as well as support for global QRD activities.
Support the strategy for component sharing and brand strategies – working with both the CCC team and component design studio.
Support the DREs within the organization to mentor and support the DREs through technical issues and be able to independently provide recommendations.
Engineer technical solutions for current and new programs related to power outlets.
Create global design guidelines and requirements for outlets.
Collaborate with exterior design studio and cross-SMT partners for integration and strategy including high voltage power team and marketing.
Develop strategy and technical roadmap for high voltage power outlet offerings, while balancing complexity and program re-use.
Provide leadership and support to product development teams as an advocate for outlet technology integration with related suppliers.
Approve SOR requirements and maintain the SOR technical documents.
Maintain Global template system DFMEA’s.
Support global supplier technical assessments.
Provide technical direction for advanced technology development (including ATW).
Assure that best practices and system requirements are followed.
Support component and vehicle level testing and/or development programs.
Communicate, coordinate, and consult with global engineering departments and customers.
Stay abreast of new technology and competitive products and roll out technology to the DRE’s as needed.
Support warranty with problem solving and reporting.
Mentor and assist others as the opportunities arise.