Vehicle System Engineer

General Motors•Warren, MI

4d•$85,420 - $125,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Super Cruise Vehicle Systems Engineer supports the build, integration, and readiness of data collection vehicles used to develop and validate Super Cruise. The role works across physical hardware, software, vehicle sensors, compute systems, and data-logging equipment. The engineer plans and executes vehicle builds, configures sensors, sets up compute hardware, checks harnesses, and uses related equipment. They verify vehicle and data-collection system functionality and perform computer-based integration activities, including flashing software and firmware, configuring ECUs and development computers, confirming hardware and software versions, reviewing logs and diagnostic data, and supporting bench and in-vehicle debugging. The role also investigates technical issues, reproduces failures, coordinates root cause analysis with engineering and operations teams, tracks corrective actions, and drives issues through resolution. The engineer supports data-collection activities by preparing vehicles, monitoring system performance, documenting build configurations and test results, and coordinating timely issue resolution so vehicles are safe, reliable, and ready for use. This is a hybrid role based in Warren, Michigan, with an expectation to report to that location. The position may be eligible for relocation benefits. The salary range is $85,420 to $125,000, with actual base salary dependent on factors relevant to the position. An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, or a related field.
Basic understanding of vehicle sensors, including cameras, radar, and lidar.
Experience with at least one technical programming or analysis tool, such as MATLAB/Simulink, Python, C/C++, Power BI, or SQL.
Ability to read system block diagrams, interface specifications, and technical requirements.
Basic knowledge of control systems, signal processing, and embedded systems.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
Ability to organize technical information and work effectively in a cross-functional environment.
Valid driver’s license and willingness to support vehicle testing when required.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with automotive communication networks such as CAN, LIN, or Automotive Ethernet.
Internship, co-op, capstone, or project experience in automotive, robotics, or autonomous systems.
Exposure to data analysis, simulation, test automation, or HIL testing.
Master’s degree or relevant coursework in controls, robotics, machine learning, or computer vision.

Responsibilities

Plan and execute vehicle builds for data-collection vehicles.
Configure vehicle sensors, set up compute hardware, and check harnesses using related equipment.
Verify the functionality of vehicles and data-collection systems.
Flash software and firmware; configure ECUs and development computers; confirm hardware and software versions.
Review logs and diagnostic data and support bench and in-vehicle debugging.
Investigate technical issues, reproduce failures, and coordinate root cause analysis with engineering and operations teams.
Track corrective actions and drive technical issues through resolution.
Prepare vehicles for data-collection activities and monitor system performance.
Document build configurations and test results.
Coordinate timely issue resolution to ensure vehicles are safe, reliable, and ready for use.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
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.
Potential relocation benefits.
Incentive pay program with payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.