Accessory Integrated Business Partner (IBP)/Architect Project Manager

General Motors; Warren (MI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors in Michigan seeks a senior engineering professional to lead cross-functional design and release activities for IBP components and vehicle programs. You will coordinate with Marketing IBP, engineering leadership, and SMTs to ensure timely reviews and approvals.

The role requires 10+ years in automotive engineering, DFSS certification, and strong problem-solving and communication skills to work across multiple disciplines and vehicle programs.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of engineering experience in automotive environments.
• DFSS certification and release management experience required.
• Strong understanding of engineering mechanics and manufacturing methods.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with multiple SMTs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Accessory Marketing IBP and Engineering Leadership.
• Lead global reviews with regional teams and manage approvals.
• Evaluate designs and interfaces for vehicle programs and IBP parts.
• Determine vehicle-level releases for products and service engineering input.
• Monitor IBP portfolio alignment with next MY vehicle and releases.
• Plan component and vehicle evaluations and development programs.
• Lead engineering discussions and track project status and approvals.
• Stay informed on new tech and competitive products.
• Interface with SMTs across chassis, electrical, interior, and body areas.

Skills

Analytical ability

Oral and written communication

Ambiguity management

Independent collaboration

Cross-functional teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Materials/related engineering

Tools

DFSS Certification

GVDP knowledge

Engineering Release (DRE) experience

GM Plant Launch Experience

Job description

Job Description

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.

The Role

At this level you are expected to operate with a high level of independent discernment and are typically responsible for implementing functional strategy, administering and coordinating programs, counseling and advising management. As a fully-qualified individual contributor who has thorough knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the function, you will provide expert judgment and analysis for the design, development and implementation of technical products and systems.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

• Critical communication and coordination with Accessory Marketing IBP team and Engineering Leadership
• Lead monthly global meetings with regional accessory teams to review projects and assist with approval process
• Evaluate engineering designs (including subsystems) and critical points of integration with vehicle/programs (including Advanced Vehicle Development to communicate vehicle level enablers required for integration of IBP parts)
• Determine appropriate vehicle level release (MY, vehicle, vehicle variants) for each product and provide to service engineering
• Evaluate IBP portfolio annually for fit/interface to next MY vehicle and assure appropriate release
• Solve engineering related problems
• Plan and implement component evaluations / vehicle evaluations and/or development programs as needed
• Lead Engineering discussions on IBP projects and complete IBP portfolio and understand status of each project and its approval status
• Stay abreast of new technology and competitive products
• Interface with all SMTs (Chassis, Electrical, Interior, Body Structure / Closures, Exterior)
• Vehicle Coordination with MPG development teams
• Ability to deal with ambiguity
• Travel as required

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• BSE, BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, , Physics, Materials Engineering
• 10+ years experience
• DFSS Certification
• Experience of Engineering Release (DRE) in two different SMT (Interior, Exterior, Chassis, Electrical or Commodity areas
• Good working knowledge of GVDP as well as Engineering Organization and BFO/GSSLT organization
• High level of oral and written communication skills
• Understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of mechanical/electrical mechanisms
• Familiarity with production processes such as injection molding, stamping, cut and sew, extrusions, electrical, electrical interface, Class A Surface Requirements, etc
• Strong analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively with others
• Specific knowledge of engineering mechanics, physics, metallurgy and manufacturing methods engineering
• Demonstrated technical and professional skills in job-related area
• Appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with business partners to meet mutual goals
• Valid Driver’s License

What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• 10+ years of relevant experience
• Knowledge of Automotive, Accessory or Aftermarket
• Knowledge of computer software as it pertains to engineering
• GM Plant Launch Experience
• Critical Thinking

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 REQUIREING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc). 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). This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}. This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

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