System Safety Engineer

Description

At General Motors, our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process, we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen, but to be felt. We’re turning today’s impossible into tomorrow’s standard —from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design, intelligent software, and next-generation safety and entertainment features.  

Every day, our products move millions of people as we aim to make driving safer, smarter, and more connected, shaping the future of transportation on a global scale.

The Role

We’re seeking a forward-thinking System Safety Engineer to develop and execute safety cases for suspension systems.  This role focuses on mechatronic solutions – rather than purely mechanical designs.

Systems supported:

• Four Corner Air Suspension
• Front Ride Height Control
• Active Suspension
• Adaptive Damping Control

What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)

• Develop and maintain system safety cases aligned to program timing
• Execute safety analyses (Hazard Analysis, FMEA, FTA) and align validation strategies
• Support definition of safe system architectures and requirements
• Review and guide supplier safety deliverables
• Collaborate across engineering, validation, and suppliers to resolve safety issues
• Lead safety reviews and support governance processes
• Identify, escalate, and track safety risks and gaps
• Guide teams on safety processes, tools, and best practices
• Enable development of compliant safety deliverables
• Capture and deploy safety best practices
• Support supplier assessments and process improvements

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (e.g., Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, Systems) or a related technical field.
• 2+ years of proven experience in System Safety Engineering within the automotive or a related safety-critical industry.
• Knowledge of safety analysis methods (FMEA, FTA, Hazard Analysis)
• Strong Customer-Focused mindset with a commitment to delivering safe and reliable products.
• Experience with Design/Development/Integration of complex systems.
• Proficiency in Group Problem Solving techniques and methodologies.
• Highly Results-Oriented with a track record of successfully achieving safety objectives.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Master’s Degree in a technical field
• Engineering experience working with mechatronic suspension systems.
• Familiar with vehicle dynamics and how vehicle actuators and sensors work together.
• Familiar with embedded controller system design and communication networks, automotive or otherwise.

GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}.

The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role.

This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

This position requires the ability to legally operate a motor vehicle on a regular basis. A company vehicle will be provided for this role with successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Report review.

About GM

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