Descripción

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.

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The Role

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Lead Integration Engineer to support the development of next-generation, industry-leading Body and Chassis Structures. This role is critical to advancing our product portfolio through the integration of new features, advanced materials, and innovative technologies across engineering subsystems.

The successful candidate will lead all aspects of product development, including requirement definition, design execution, validation, and testing throughout the full vehicle lifecycle. This position requires strong technical leadership to guide and coordinate cross-functional teams while collaborating closely with design, purchasing, manufacturing, and quality organizations.

In this role, you will lead product development and integration activities for Body and Chassis Structures by applying engineering tools, processes, and best practices to meet program objectives. You will also provide technical leadership in concept development and load path optimization, mentoring engineers and designers to deliver robust, high-performing solutions.

This position requires a high degree of creativity, strategic thinking, and problem-solving ability to address complex engineering challenges. You will evaluate and advocate for innovative approaches to improve product quality and contribute to long-term engineering strategies and policies.

The ideal candidate is committed to deepening their technical expertise, excels in communication and project management, and demonstrates a strong passion for tackling complex challenges and delivering effective solutions.

At General Motors, we are committed to supporting your career growth and development. This role provides opportunities to build a strong professional network and expand your leadership capabilities.

What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)

Demonstrate strong technical expertise in Body Structures, including upper and lower components, systems integration, load paths, validation, and best practices
Collaborate with Body Chief Engineers and System Architects to develop optimized designs
Balance design intent, vehicle system engineering (VSE), and studio requirements to achieve program objectives
Lead and support Design Release Engineers (DREs) in optimizing performance, cost, mass, investment, and dimensional consistency
Define and establish capability targets for components and subsystems
Apply tools such as VSM, CAE, and physical mockups to validate dimensional strategies
Engage with manufacturing plants to assess current product performance and identify improvement opportunities
Lead System Design Reviews and actively evaluate SSTS requirements
Validate dimensional capability of Body-in-White (BIW) to ensure proper body fit
Mentor and develop engineering team members
Ensure GD&T strategies align with dimensional capability and assembly processes
Partner with Manufacturing to develop and execute structural validation plans on schedule
Build strong relationships with assembly plant subject matter experts
Coordinate special builds to demonstrate and validate assembly process capability
Participate in Design Reviews Based on Test Results (DRBTR)
Champion body fit strategy and associated build processes
Lead supplier engagement for issue resolution and program timing reviews
Share key learnings across programs and platforms to drive continuous improvement
Collaborate with studio teams to define and align design criteria

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

Bachelor of Science in Engineering
8 years of relevant engineering experience
Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, including stamping, sheet metal formability, and vehicle assembly (BOP), along with dimensional strategies
Ability to interpret CAE results and apply findings to design and validation activities
Strong understanding of engineering operations, processes, and best practices
Comprehensive knowledge of specification and release systems
Experience across all phases of vehicle development programs
Proven leadership, mentoring, and team motivation skills
Strategic mindset with the ability to develop scalable solutions across multiple programs and variants
Advanced analytical skills to solve complex engineering challenges
Demonstrated ability to manage ambiguity and make timely, effective decisions

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

Master of Science in Engineering
DFSS (Design for Six Sigma) Black Belt Certification

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