Studio Design Engineer

General Motors•Pasadena, CA

1d•$106,600 - $192,700•Hybrid

About The Position

The Studio Design Engineer integrates and balances vehicle models with Design in partnership with Architecture, SMT, Performance, Human Factors, and Manufacturing. Working at the very early, systems-level stages of vehicle development, the role helps integrate innovative technology and cutting-edge design. The engineer balances vehicle requirements for the customer while enabling the design, using creativity, initiative, and independent judgment. The position develops engineering criteria and solutions for packaging challenges, supports design-surface development using digital and physical models, and coordinates cross-functional teams to resolve issues. It also incorporates customer needs and regional requirements, benchmarks competitors, and supports virtual assessments and review milestones. This role is categorized as hybrid, with the selected candidate expected to report to a specific location at least three times a week or at a frequency set by their manager.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or another relevant degree.
At least 5 years of experience in a related area.
Understanding of engineering theory and principles of automotive design.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and with others.
Aptitude for integrating complex systems and a passion for design.
High analytical ability in addressing unusual or difficult problems.
High interpersonal skills to work effectively with others.
Familiarity with manufacturing processes.
Demonstrated CAD skills with Unigraphics systems.
Basic understanding of Engineering Specifications.

Nice To Haves

Coursework or experience in Statistics, Mechanics of Materials, Vehicle/Occupant Packaging, or Integrated Design.
DFSS Certification – Black Belt.

Responsibilities

Create, refine, and finalize engineering criteria collaboratively with creative design.
Lead the creation of integrated technical engineering solutions to resolve packaging issues while protecting design aesthetics, using physical and mathematical models.
Use DFSS methodologies to support robust design development and manage trade-offs involving cost, mass, timing, design for assembly, dimensional variation, and other program requirements.
Integrate regional and global requirements and develop alternatives to satisfy regional and brand needs.
Communicate with team members to understand and resolve challenges within the Expert Team meeting for the area of responsibility.
Ensure packaging and the Studio model are balanced with customer-facing targets, including spaciousness, visibility, occupant accommodation, storage/SALT, cargo, and access.
Lead cross-functional surface and integration meetings, including CITs and Surface Workgroups.
Lead issue resolution and escalation for the area of responsibility and drive prompt resolution.
Support technical development of design surfaces in digital and full-size or scale clay models, clinic properties, and VR/MR mockups.
Benchmark competitors and ensure the integrated package is competitive in areas such as section size, clearances, component locations and size, and functional performance.
Develop meeting agendas and publish minutes.
Create NX models for surface guidance and develop and maintain NX skills.
Incorporate the Voice of the Customer in package design.
Develop space claims and package solutions that meet customer needs while maximizing space utilization.
Support Math Virtual Assessments and Synch Point reviews.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefit options.
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts.
Retirement savings plan.
Sickness and accident benefits.
Life insurance.
Paid vacation and holidays.
Tuition assistance programs.
Employee assistance program.
GM vehicle discounts.
Incentive pay program with payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.
Relocation benefits for candidates who qualify under company policy.