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Design Release Engineer Bumper, Grille, Fascia, Trim

  • Localização
    • Warren, Michigan
  • Tipo de trabalho Full time
  • Postou
  • Job Requisition JR-202614092

Descrição

This role is categorized as hybrid. The selected candidate will be expected to work on-site at the Warren Tech Center at least three days per week, or as otherwise determined by the hiring leader.

  • This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

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..

About the Role:

Design Release Engineer – Bumper, Grille, Fascia, Trim & Exterior Lighting (BGFTXL)

The GM Exterior team delivers bold, high-quality exterior hardware that wins customers through styling and performance. As a Design Release Engineer, you will lead or participate on multi-functional product development teams and be responsible for requirements definition, design, validation, testing, and release of exterior subsystems (BGFTXL). You will collaborate closely with peers in creative design, purchasing, manufacturing, quality, validation, dimensional, CAE, and suppliers.

This role is ideal for an engineer who wants to deepen their technical expertise within the automotive enterprise, build strong cross-functional relationships, and grow into broader opportunities across GM.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead or support cross-functional Product Development Teams (PDTs) for exterior components/subsystems (suppliers, designers, engineers, validation, manufacturing, supplier quality, dimensional, CAE, purchasing, etc.).
  • Design, package, and release BGFT components and directed-buy components (e.g., sensors, cameras, harnesses, lamps) to meet program cost, timing, mass, warranty, and quality targets.
  • Develop and manage requirements and typical sections using Unigraphics math data; partner with Studio to develop surfaces that meet functional and appearance requirements.
  • Develop innovative solutions for new technologies involving EV and autonomous vehicles, active safety, and lit elements.
  • Ensure in-house designs are completed on time with quality and meet all program milestones and deliverables.
  • Perform design studies and alternatives, prepare business cases, and present recommendations to enable efficient program decision-making.
  • Support design and technical reviews to ensure design fidelity and application of best practices.
  • Create and maintain Interface Control Document (ICD) requirements for component and subsystem interfaces; align with interfacing component owners.
  • Support launch by partnering with assembly plants and cross-functional teams to rapidly identify, contain, and resolve issues.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
  • 1+ year of experience as a Design Release Engineer or relevant industry experience.
  • Experience executing vehicle development cycles from concept through production launch.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to interface effectively with internal and external customer organizations.
  • Demonstrated program management skills.
  • Strong physics-based, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • DFSS Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
  • Familiarity with Design for Manufacturing (DFM).
  • Knowledge of plastic injection molding, stamping, and metal forming design.
  • Knowledge of fixture design and product validation.
  • Experience with DFMEA and GD&T.
  • Experience with budget management.

Sponsorship:

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., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

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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.)

Esta função é classificada como híbrida. Isso significa que o candidato selecionado deverá trabalhar no escritório/fábrica da GM pelo menos 3 vezes por semana {ou outra frequência ditada por seu gerente}.

Esta posição não é elegível para benefícios de relocação. Quaisquer custos de relocação serão de responsabilidade do candidato selecionado.

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