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Hardware Engineer - Mechanical Design

  • Emplacement
    • Warren, Michigan
  • Horaire Full time
  • Posté
  • Job Requisition JR-202510436

Description

Hybrid: This means the successful candidate is expected to report to their primary location (Warren Tech Center) three times (Tues., Wed., Thurs.) per week, at minimum, or other frequency dictated by the business.

The Role: General Motors is at the forefront of the transformation of automotive with the electrification of our portfolio and the development of leading-edge central compute and autonomous capabilities. Our ECU Mechanical & Thermal Design team is a dynamic, high-energy, and innovative group focused on developing mechanical and thermal design of next generation ECUs (Electronic Control Units). The team is responsible for developing Mechanical and Thermal design of new next gen ECU designs, with math, CAD and analysis. The team also reviews and approves production ECU design changes. We are seeking a high-performing Mechanical Design Engineer interested in leading the in-house development of GM electronics design. You will be responsible for the mechanical design, development, and review of Electrical Controllers, for our next generation SDV (Software Defined Vehicle) architecture. The successful Hardware Engineer - Mechanical Design will be depended upon to build strong partnerships with internal and external customers.

As a Hardware Engineer - Mechanical Design, you will:

  • Execute mechanical design of ECUs per program timing, leading to successful launch of the product.

  • Work with cross functional teams for the selection of sealed/ un-sealed Headers & connectors for Power, High Speed Signals, communication signals, RF signals, I/O’s etc.. to support ECU’s designs and ensure compatibility with vehicle packaging constraints, thermal environments, and electrical requirements. Molded or Integrated headers/ connectors design into housing cover for ECU’s with plastic housing and integration of discrete headers for ECU’s with metal housing.

  • Connector terminals design, Bus bar design, material selection, sealing design, soldering processes or alternative PCB mounting etc.

  • Design mechanical components including castings, injection moldings, stampings, seals, electrical interface, PCBA mounts, connector interface and fastening etc.

  • Perform design calculations, GD&T and tolerance stacks.

  • Create 3D CAD, 2D CAD & lead CAD reviews with stakeholders.

  • Develop analysis and test plan for new design, perform proof of concept tests and analysis.

  • Lead prototyping and testing, analyze test data, and make necessary adjustments to mechanical designs.

  • Work with electrical engineers and PCBA designers to integrate components into electromechanical systems.

  • Build partnerships with functional peers internally within GM and externally at Tier 1 suppliers to align on ECU design per development cycles.

  • Develop virtualization technologies that help accelerate and de-risk product development.

  • Communicate design progress and risks to stakeholders and customers.

  • Drive Mechanical design strategy for the enterprise.

  • Solid organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

[Additional Description]

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):

  • BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent engineering degree

  • 5+ years of engineering experience in design and development of electronics control modules.

  • Exceptional collaboration and teamwork skills; demonstrated ability for working across functional and organizational boundaries.

  • Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling (NX and Teamcenter preferred, but not required), 2D drawings, tolerance analysis, design for manufacturability, and assembly. Experience with Headers & Connectors design, testing & qualification for USCAR, Bus bar design, integration to PCB & Mechanical housing.

  • Strong analytical skills and engineering fundamentals in solid mechanics, material science, heat transfer, mechanism design, and manufacturing

  • Hands-on experience engaging with electronics manufacturers.

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Skills):

  • Master’s degree in mechanical / industrial engineering

  • Mechanical design of Connectors, Headers, terminals, bus bars, PCBAs, computers, or automotive electronics

  • Strong understanding of thermal solutions and their application.

  • Knowledge of vibrational and structural analysis

  • Experience with ASME Y14.5-2009 dimensioning & tolerancing standards.

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SPONOSRSHIP: GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, H4 EAD, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE

Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.

Relocation: This job may be eligible for relocation benefits. 

Benefits: GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee.

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Aménagements (É.-U. et Canada)

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