Staff Hardware Engineer

GM • Warren, MI

23h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Role: General Motors is at the forefront of the transformation of automotive with the electrification of our portfolio and the development of leading-edge central compute and autonomous capabilities. Our ECU Mechanical & Thermal Design team is a dynamic, high-energy, and innovative group focused on developing mechanical and thermal design of next generation ECUs (Electronic Control Units). The team is responsible for developing Mechanical and Thermal design of new next gen ECU designs, with math, CAD and analysis. The team also reviews and approves production ECU design changes. We are seeking a high-performing Mechanical Design Engineer interested in leading the in-house development of GM electronics design. You will be responsible for the mechanical design, development, and review of Electrical Controllers, for our next generation SDV (Software Defined Vehicle) architecture. You will be depended upon to build strong partnerships with internal and external customers.

Requirements

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• 10+ years of engineering experience in design and development of active & passively cooled ECU designs.
• Exceptional collaboration and teamwork skills; demonstrated ability for working across functional and organizational boundaries.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling (NX and Teamcenter preferred), 2D drawings, tolerance analysis, design for manufacturability, and assembly.
• Proficiency in CAE skills (ANSYS, ABAQUS & Genesis).
• Strong analytical skills and engineering fundamentals in solid mechanics, material science, heat transfer, mechanism design, and manufacturing
• Hands-on experience engaging with electronics manufacturers.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree/PhD in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical design of PCBAs, computers, or automotive electronics
• Strong understanding of thermal solutions and their application.
• Knowledge of vibrational and structural analysis
• Experience with ASME Y14.5-2009 dimensioning & tolerancing standards.

Responsibilities

• Execute mechanical design of ECUs per program timing, leading to successful launch of the product.
• Design mechanical components including castings, injection moldings, stampings, seals, electrical interface, PCBA mounts, connector interfaces and fastening.
• Perform design calculations, GD&T and tolerance stacks.
• Create 3D-CAD math and lead CAD reviews with stakeholders.
• Develop analysis and test plan for new designs, perform proof of concept tests and analysis.
• Create 2D-drawings for housing, sub-assemblies & PCB as per ASME standards.
• Perform FEA (Structural, Vibration, Mechanical shock, Fatigue), Modal analysis.
• Lead prototyping and testing, analyze test data, and make necessary adjustments to mechanical designs.
• Lead DFx activities with suppliers and implement cost optimization strategies into design.
• Work with electrical engineers and PCBA designers to integrate components into electro-mechanical systems.
• Build partnerships with functional peers internally within GM and externally at Tier 1 suppliers to align on ECU design per development cycles.
• Develop virtualization technologies that help accelerate and de-risk product development
• Communicate design progress and risks to stakeholders and customers.
• Drive Mechanical design strategy for the enterprise.
• Solid organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

• GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs.
• Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees