Technical Specialist - Driveline Systems

GM • Warren, MI

8h • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated Technical Specialist – Driveline Systems to join the Driveline Technical Leadership team. This role serves as a recognized technical authority responsible for the design, development, integration, and validation of advanced driveline systems, including controls, mechatronics, and software-enabled features. As a system-level technical leader, you will work cross-functionally to deliver robust, customer-focused driveline solutions across vehicle programs. This role requires deep technical expertise, strong leadership through influence, and the ability to solve highly complex, multi-disciplinary problems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• 8+ years of experience in Driveline Engineering or related vehicle systems
• Strong background in active controls systems and highly integrated vehicle architectures
• Demonstrated expertise in driveline systems, mechatronics, and controls
• Proven ability to lead complex technical work through influence
• Strong analytical skills applied to complex, multi-disciplinary problems
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience with engineering design tools, simulation, and performance analysis software
• Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new systems analysis and modeling tools
• Knowledge of torque delivery, distribution, and control strategies
• Experience in the design, validation, and manufacturing of driveline systems

Nice To Haves

• Experience with design, development, analysis, or testing of driveline or related chassis subsystems (e.g., suspension, steering, brakes, tires, powertrain mounting)
• Strong knowledge of GM engineering processes and internal systems
• Working knowledge of FIT
• Experience with MATLAB and vehicle data acquisition tools (e.g., Vector tools, Vehicle Spy, ETAS/INCA)
• DFSS Black Belt certification or higher

Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership & System Integration Serve as a recognized technical leader and primary resource for driveline systems and integration
• Lead system-level design, development, and integration of driveline hardware, software, and controls
• Act as the single point of contact for driveline systems within VMEC and vehicle systems integration teams
• Provide expert consultation to engineering teams across propulsion, vehicle performance, and controls
• FMEA & Standards Ownership Own the total Driveline System DFMEA and coordinate subsystem DFMEAs
• Serve as in-house expert for subsystem DFMEAs and system FMEA activities
• Provide technical leadership for VMEC DFMEAs related to driveline controls, software, and electronics
• Develop, maintain, and deploy standard work, best practices, and interface control documents (ICDs)
• Specifications, Testing & Validation Lead driveline system and vehicle-level test strategy and procedure development
• Manage Driveline GMWs, VCRIs, and system validation requirements
• Support vehicle performance buy-offs and execution of driveline system performance in vehicle
• Develop and maintain calibration guides, duty cycles, and torsional load agreements
• Controls, Mechatronics & SDV Lead development and integration of driveline controls and mechatronic systems
• Support software and controller specification development
• Own or co-own ATWs, EPICs, and torsional load control features
• Lead driveline contributions to SDV and virtual development initiatives
• Strategy, Roadmaps & Capability Building Own the Driveline Systems and Controls Technology Roadmap
• Lead new technology development in driveline mechatronics and controls
• Own Driveline ADO and TAP activities supporting VMEC
• Lead training, mentoring, and technical capability development within Driveline Systems

Benefits

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What This Job Offers

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