Job Description
Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to their primary location (Milford, MI) three times per week, at minimum.
The Role:
Here at General Motors, we are looking for a hard-working person who enjoys taking on challenges and following through with robust solutions to join our Systems Engineering Team! Functional Calibration Specialists work with our systems engineering and software development teams to support the creation of new features and content. They are a critical piece of the development process responsible for both up front development of the features calibration specific requirements and also testing new features during the development process prior to our release to the broader development community. These calibrators cover all of the technical subject matter areas that a PMT is responsible for, so broad calibration and system function knowledge is preferred.
Depending on the area of responsibility, a Calibrator may focus more heavily on engine controls, serial data, platform interface, or diagnostic calibration functionality. These are meaningful roles that ensure the powertrain integration to vehicles performs at world class levels to meet program objectives. Functional Calibration Specialists will be members of one of several technical Product Management Teams, which consist of Functional System Architects, Calibration Technical Specialists and also Sub System Lead Engineers. These teams are responsible for several areas of the engine or transmission controls software and calibrations. They are responsible for the end to end management of their technical areas all the way from system concept and requirements through to the release of the software to the individual calibration teams.
What You'll Do:
This is a calibration position where the technical complexity, program scope, and program breadth combine to create a challenging role. Multiple cross-system interactions exist in this role, interpersonal interfaces are required, and our teams work on projects across the globe. The ideal candidate has some experience motivating others, can manage multiple projects and deadlines, and has experience with several vehicle systems/component domains.
Author procedures to calibrate systems to meet product goals, and provide feedback for continuous improvement
Help create new procedures to document standard work for new technologies
Design and manage key strategic interfaces within Vehicle Calibration and/or Engine Controls
Provide guidance to the software teams on necessary cal functionality, as well as verify functionality during the development process
Help train new calibration engineers on calibration processes
Lead requirements development with respect to system behavior and cal development
Execute testing to support software verification and validation prior to release to the calibration teams
Support root cause analysis
Lead troubleshooting activities for complex system issues across the PMT
Lead the development of tools and processes to support new software functionality and calibration processes
Keep abreast of industry trends, technologies, and best practices
Identify and document calibration vulnerabilities and build mitigation action plans; track corrective actions
Additional Job Description
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related Engineering degree
Minimum of 5+ years of technical and/or manufacturing engineering experience
Experience with data acquisition and analysis on complex problems
Experience INCA/ETAS data acquisition, CRETA calibration delivery
Knowledge of ICE engine controls.
Experience mentoring engineers
Understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of mechanical/electrical mechanisms
Valid driver's license and ability to operate test vehicles
Strong ability to efficiently capture and analyze empirical data.
3+ years of experience with in-vehicle calibration
What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
5+ years Engine controls calibration experience.
Master of Science in Engineering
Multiple calibration roles across several functional areas
DRE Experience
Embedded Controls Development Experience
Demonstrated software development experience
Emissions related calibration experience including emissions testing
Technical achievements in related areas (patents, trade secrets, SAE papers, etc)
Emissions related hardware development experience
HIL / SIL Development experience
ATW experience
Automotive OEM experience
This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
About GM
Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us
We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Benefits Overview
The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;
Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.
Diversity Information
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statements
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