Staff Hardware Design Engineer - Propulsion

General Motors•Milford, MI

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

To achieve our vision of a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion, GM Mechatronics Hardware platform is evolving to provide robust service to our customers. We are seeking a highly experienced Technical Specialist in Transmission Control Module (TCM) hardware and electrical design to serve as the global subject-matter expert for transmission, powertrain, and engine controllers. This individual will shape the future of our electronic control module (ECM/TCM/PCM) hardware strategy, lead advanced development, and ensure robust, high-quality controller designs that meet global requirements.In this role, you will be responsible to develop and/or improve the hardware development process with the center of expertise. You will work with cross-functional teams (Semiconductor, DREs, GM software, PCB layout, Mechanical Engineering, Supplier, Validation) to deliver quality product on time. You'll effectively achieve program milestones by thorough and effective program management. You will coach and lead a team of electrical hardware designers. I am seeking a high performing independent engineer to develop winning execution strategies, oversee solutions, resolve issues, and deliver continuous improvement for propulsion controllers considering quality, cost, and timing.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Engineering Required. Masters degree preferred
Professional experience creating digital/analog HW interfaces including schematic creation and/or PCB layout & supportive documentation
Minimum 10+ years working experience in automotive hardware electronics design
Experience in design & analysis tools like Mentor Graphics (schematic & layout) MathCad, PSpice & Saber
In-depth knowledge of microprocessor controllers, mixed-signal design, power drivers, serial networks, EMI/EMC, embedded fundamentals, validation
In-depth knowledge of requirements engineering process (FMEA, Preliminary Hazard Analyses)
In-depth knowledge of verification and validation processes
In-depth knowledge of embedded software development, testing and associated tools
Understanding of hardware design and failure mode
Understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of mechanical/electrical mechanisms
Thorough knowledge of design development and test engineering, manufacturing and assembly operations, engineering processes and procedures.
Highly developed oral and written communications skills
Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally within Electrical and across other SMTs.
Demonstrated problem solving ability.
High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others, motivate employees, and elicit work output
Very high level of analytical problem-solving skills where problems are very unusual and extremely difficult.

Nice To Haves

Previous industry experience with propulsion design (transmission)

Responsibilities

Responsible for overseeing and guiding a team of electrical hardware designers. This involves providing technical direction, assigning tasks, and ensuring the team's productivity and efficiency.
Work closely with other teams, such as software engineers, mechanical engineers, and manufacturing teams, to ensure seamless integration of electrical hardware designs into the overall product.
Lead embedded designs for advanced module architectures.
Lead new IC design/development strategic to advanced in-vehicle architectures
Lead/oversee electrical schematic, PCB layout, high‑current design, EMI/EMC robustness, thermal design, and packaging
Assess the feasibility of proposed electrical hardware designs, considering factors such as cost, performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
Support next generation designs in digital/analog hardware including CAN/CAN-FD, LIN, Ethernet, diagnostics (UDS/OBD), engine and transmission controls, mixed-signal circuits, power stages, solenoid drivers, sensor interfaces, and analog front ends
Perform/Review/approve electrical worst-case analysis
Approve PCB designs and ensure DFM/DFA/DFR
Represent the GM HW team as design expert in the core technologies developed among the team
Optimize five-point parametric tests and finalize end of line production tests
Lead the process as a build-to-print engineer that also acts as a liaison with the contract house
Apply cost effective solutions with improved performance design
Lead product development as part of a multi hub engineering organization
Refine/optimize global controller requirements
Maintain Hardware Design deliverables e.g., Block Diagram, Schematics, PCB layout, etc…
Lead Peer Reviews and identify issues (e.g. integration, interfaces, systemic issues)
Support model-based development and HIL/SIL/MIL validation
Align hardware capabilities with transmission/engine control strategies
Support Engineering Change Request (ECR)
Support Assembly Plant issue resolution
Provide technical leadership for troubleshooting activities to support PRTS Issue Resolution
Drive read-across activities from recalls and investigations and support Product Investigations (SFI Process)
Lead Cost Reduction
Mentor DRE’s and other support personnel
Provides guidance and consultation to Design Release Engineers (DREs) in product development team meeting
Create and maintain Best Practices
Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally within propulsion teams and across other SMTs.
Collaborate and strategize with cross-functional teams
Ensure all vehicle Program Imperatives (i.e., piece cost, investment, mass, base engineering content & IPTV) involving these components are met.
Work with DRE/Validation group to setup a plan for a component validation plan (includes component software verification) and ensure that the plan is executed in time to meet program imperatives.
Lead DV/PV testing, EMI/EMC testing, and durability validation
Participate/lead in Formal Design, Peer and Quality Valve reviews as required by the Vehicle Development Process (VDP).
Support ISO 26262 hardware safety analysis
Develop/Review/Approve all In-process Electrical test plans.
Develop sourcing strategies and support supplier qualification
Support vehicle integration activity for pre-production and production vehicles
Lead/participate in issue resolution for design and development issues, ECU warranty analysis, parts restriction and report updates as required to Engineering and Vehicle Team leadership
Lead/support DFMEA/PFMEA