Work Arrangement:
Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Warren, Michigan three times per week, at minimum.
The Role:
We are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to lead the design, development, and test of windshield washer and wiper systems, along with glass technologies that enable variable light transmissivity. This role involves cross-functional collaboration with design, virtual test, and multiple engineering teams to ensure robust system performance and seamless integration into vehicle platforms.
What You’ll Do:
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Lead system-level design and integration of windshield washer and wiper functionality.
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Develop and validate glass technologies with variable light transmissivity.
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Define and manage feature and system requirements, interfaces, and performance targets.
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Partition and allocate product, feature and system functionality to implementation teams.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, validation, manufacturing, and suppliers.
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Support issue resolution and root cause analysis during development and testing phases.
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Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards and be responsible for self-certification approvals.
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Drive continuous improvement and innovation in system functionality and performance.
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Document technical deliverables and support program milestones.
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):
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Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering (or related field).
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5+ years of experience in automotive systems engineering or related domain.
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Strong understanding of vehicle electrical and mechanical systems, especially related to exterior systems.
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Experience with system requirements development, validation planning, and issue resolution.
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Familiarity with glass technologies, sensors, and actuators used in wiper and washer systems.
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Proficiency in tools such as DOORS, DOORS Next Gen, Vector CANoe, and other diagnostic and validation tools.
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Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
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Comprehension of automation strategies including Continuous Integration Continuous Delivery (CICD), and Continuous Testing (CT).
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Work with a service-oriented architecture (SOA), utilizing Behavior Driven Development (BDD).
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Experience working as part of a Scrum team and familiarity with sprint planning and daily standup meetings focused on planning, monitoring, result/solution orientation, and risk mitigation.
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Understanding of MBSE toolsets (Rhapsody) for defining use case diagrams and context diagrams in automotive system development.
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
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Master’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
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8+ years of experience in automotive systems engineering or related domain.
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Strong understanding of vehicle electrical and mechanical systems, especially related to exterior systems.
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Experience with automotive exterior systems development in a global OEM or Tier 1 supplier.
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Knowledge of ISO 26262 and functional safety principles.
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Familiarity with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) practices.
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Experience with Agile development methodologies and tools.
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Prior involvement with wiper-washer systems, advanced glass technologies such as electrochromic or photochromic systems or other complex systems.
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Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional technical teams.
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 assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.
Relocation:
This job may be eligible for relocation benefits
