Staff Transmission Calibration Technical Specialist

General Motors•Milford, MI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Role: We are seeking a driven Transmission Calibration Technical Specialist (Cal TS) / Engineering Leader for specific transmission calibration technology across multiple transmission product lines. Lead the development of calibration strategies. Develop best common approaches and institutionalize them into documentation of Calibration Standard Work including: Calibration Guides Calibration Work Deliverables Master Calibration Algorithm changes S PRTS tethers and PRD This position offers the opportunity to exercise independent judgement and decision making while leading very broad and/or numerous projects with high degree of difficulty. Calibration Technical Specialists set the bar for GM’s key behaviors. What You Will Do: Proactively identify performance improvement, efficiency, and quality of Calibration Standard Work by systematically driving action into Virtual and Lab environments. Lead a Calibration TRB. Transmission calibration representative and advocate in software Scrums/TRBs to guide technical detail of software changes. Actively participate in ATW and advanced calibration projects, ensuring calibration requirements are captured in hardware and controls architecture designs. Assist the resolution of development issues in dyno, vehicle, factory, field service, and customer vehicles. Support Calibration Engineer work to ensure high-quality, on-time deliveries and flawless launches. Support Chief Engineer calibration reviews and cross-program calibration reviews. Actively participate in RPR2/Running Changes on vertical programs. Review deviations to best practice. Mentor engineers with technical training, career advice, and knowledge-sharing. Provide input to Subsystem and Hardware Component Technical Specifications as applicable. Ensure compliance with government regulations and GM-internal policies. Facilitate work practices that adhere to all safety precautions and requirements, treating safety as the top priority during all work activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Software Engineering, or equivalent
Minimum 8 years of relevant job-related engineering experience
Transmission calibration expert.
Thorough knowledge of existing transmission calibration process and Calibration Standard Work.
Strong background in calibration and controls, including associated tools (INCA, MDA, CRETA, NeoVI, Cal Check, etc.)
Fluent with complex system functions (i.e. engine, transmission, electric propulsion), specifically controls and related vehicle performance interactions.
Possesses strong analytical problem-solving ability, including independent judgment and decision-making skills with minimal input from Engineering Group Manager
Capability to manage high workload and help deliver calibrations to a strict timetable, on multiple programs, potentially globally.
Established as a leader, takes unpopular stands if necessary; encourages direct and tough debate but isn’t afraid to end and move on; is looked to for direction in a crisis; faces adversity head on; energized by tough challenges and conflict resolution.
Creates and maintains an environment that enables all diverse participants to contribute to full potential.
High level of interpersonal skills to motivate and work effectively with cross functional partners to meet mutual goals.
Adept to lead teams and projects, including colleagues without direct line authority.
High level of interpersonal skills and desire to lead/train less experienced calibrators.
Demonstrated high level of presentation, verbal, and written communication skills including the awareness and skill to communicate effectively with global colleagues who have different language and cultural work styles.
Valid driver's license and the ability to legally operate test vehicles in meeting GM Safe Driving rules and regulations.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally, generally less than 4 weeks per year.

Nice To Haves

5+ years Transmission Calibration experience working in multiple functional areas within Transmission controls/calibration/diagnostics
Cross-sector experience (Engine Calibration, Algorithm, Hardware Systems Development, DRE, etc)
Capability in Amesim, C, C++, Python, GMSIM, Matlab, Simulink
Knowledge and understanding of Scaled Agile Framework development process and control theory
DFSS Black Belt Certification
Master or PhD degree in Engineering

Responsibilities

Proactively identify performance improvement, efficiency, and quality of Calibration Standard Work by systematically driving action into Virtual and Lab environments.
Lead a Calibration TRB.
Transmission calibration representative and advocate in software Scrums/TRBs to guide technical detail of software changes.
Actively participate in ATW and advanced calibration projects, ensuring calibration requirements are captured in hardware and controls architecture designs.
Assist the resolution of development issues in dyno, vehicle, factory, field service, and customer vehicles.
Support Calibration Engineer work to ensure high-quality, on-time deliveries and flawless launches.
Support Chief Engineer calibration reviews and cross-program calibration reviews.
Actively participate in RPR2/Running Changes on vertical programs.
Review deviations to best practice.
Mentor engineers with technical training, career advice, and knowledge-sharing.
Provide input to Subsystem and Hardware Component Technical Specifications as applicable.
Ensure compliance with government regulations and GM-internal policies.
Facilitate work practices that adhere to all safety precautions and requirements, treating safety as the top priority during all work activities.