Descripción
This role is categorized as hybrid, meaning the selected candidate will be expected to work on‑site at the Warren Tech Center at least three days per week (or other frequency determined by their manager).
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This role is eligible for relocation benefits
At General Motors, we are redefining mobility through human-centered design and advanced engineering. Our teams create vehicles and experiences that go beyond transportation—delivering safety, intelligence, and connectivity at scale.
Join the Exterior Lighting Engineering Team , where innovation meets design. This team serves as GM’s core technical experts in lighting , driving the development of next-generation lighting systems for both EV and ICE platforms.
About the Role
As an Exterior Lighting Optical Engineer , you will play a key role in shaping the future of vehicle lighting by defining and developing advanced optical systems. You’ll partner cross-functionally with Design, Engineering, and suppliers to deliver innovative, high-performance lighting solutions.
This position offers the opportunity to deepen your technical expertise, influence in-house design capabilities, and contribute to cutting-edge technologies such as Adaptive Driving Beam (ADB) systems.
Key Responsibilities
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Collaborate with Design, suppliers, and internal engineering teams to integrate optical solutions into exterior lighting systems
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Perform optical simulations and analyses to optimize lighting performance and appearance
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Define and develop optical requirements for exterior lighting components
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Lead development of Adaptive Driving Beam (ADB) and other advanced lighting features, including virtual validation and vehicle-level testing
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Ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements and GM internal standards
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Provide technical guidance to DREs, designers, and suppliers on optical design and feasibility
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Support vehicle integration, packaging, and early concept development activities
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Identify opportunities for innovation based on market trends and emerging technologies
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Participate in vehicle development night drives and validation activities
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Optics, or related field
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Minimum 5 years of optical engineering experience , preferably in automotive lighting
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Strong understanding of light propagation, optical design principles, and lighting performance requirements
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Experience developing electro-mechanical products in a cross-functional environment
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Ability to create and interpret technical requirements across hardware and software systems
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Strong problem-solving skills with a physics-based approach
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Effective communication and collaboration skills
Preferred Qualifications
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Advanced degree (Master’s or higher) in a relevant field
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10+ years of experience in exterior automotive lighting optical design
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Experience with Tier 1 automotive suppliers or OEM lighting programs
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Knowledge of lighting manufacturing processes and tooling considerations
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Experience with global lighting regulations and compliance standards
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DFSS Black Belt or Master Black Belt certification
Why Join GM?
You’ll be part of a team that is bringing more lighting design capability in-house , giving you the opportunity to directly influence product innovation and technical direction. At GM, your work will help shape the future of mobility at a global scale.
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