ADAS Design Release Engineer (DRE) for Front Camera Module

General Motors; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors is seeking a Design Release Engineer to define requirements and drive hardware/software development for Active Safety components, including sensors for cameras and perception modules. The role requires technical leadership, plan-driven execution, and collaboration with suppliers to meet cost, timing and quality goals.

Responsibilities include leading design reviews, driving manufacturing initiatives, and coordinating cross-functional teams to release production-ready parts and

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer or related engineering field.
• 5+ years of experience in a related engineering role.
• Experience in electrical/electronic component design/release is a plus.

Responsibilities

• DRE for Front Camera / Perception Module including hardware and software.
• Organize and drive design for manufacturing initiatives.
• Develop component specifications and subsystem requirements with Technical Specialist.
• Lead design, peer, and quality reviews.
• Resolve technical issues and manage supplier resident engineers.
• Support sourcing activities and FMEA activities.
• Interface with component suppliers and ensure program imperatives are met.
• Provide technical leadership for advanced technology development.
• Perform complex design analysis and implement engineering changes.
• Plan and execute test/development programs and release parts for production.

Skills

Design release

Engineering analysis

System integration

FMEA

Vendor liaison

Technical leadership

Test planning

Education

B.S. in Electrical/Mechanical/Computer Engineering

Tools

Teamcenter

DOORS

Job description

Job Description

The Role

We are looking for a high-performing Design Release Engineer who is responsible for definition of requirements, execution of design, analysis, development, testing and management of engineering projects for Active Safety Components where creativity, initiative and independent judgment are involved. The combination of these sensors provides near and far object detection enabling the implementation of many new safety features into the vehicle - Forward collision warning, collision mitigated braking, lane departure warning to name a few. Exercises technical direction over other engineers or engineering support personnel and may have work direction responsibilities over a small group with specific engineering objectives. Consults with supervisor as required.

Responsibilities

• DRE for Front Camera / Perception Module including all elements of hardware and software
• Capable of organizing and driving design for manufacturing initiatives
• Develops component technical specifications as well as statement of requirements and subsystem technical specifications as required working in tandem with Technical Specialist
• Leads formal design, peer, and quality reviews
• Leads resolution of technical issues
• Leads/manages supplier resident engineers
• Supports sourcing activities
• Supports vehicle Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA) activities.
• Primary GM engineering interface with the component suppliers
• Ensure all vehicle program imperatives (cost, timing, investment, and quality) are met
• Provides technical leadership for advanced technology development
• Performs complex design analysis
• Develops engineering designs (including subsystems)
• Implement engineering changes
• Plans and implements test and/or development programs
• Releases parts and subsystems for production including SW packages as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related engineering degree program
• 5+ years of experience in a job-related area
• Prior experience in electrical/electronic component design/release a plus but not required for this assignment
• Understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of mechanical/electrical mechanisms
• Specific knowledge of engineering mechanics, physics, metallurgy and manufacturing methods engineering
• Understanding of product design and process interdependencies
• High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult

Desired Skills

• DFMEA training
• Electronic Validation Experience
• DFSS Certification
• Software Controls/wiring experience
• Design/Development of Safety Critical Systems/Components
• Experience with Automated Driving sensors (Cameras, Lidars, Radars, Ultrasonic Sensors) a plus
• Knowledge of software development and systems as it pertains to engineering preferred
• Prior experience in manufacturing or industrial engineering for DFM
• Knowledge of computer software as it pertains to engineering
• Knowledge of Team Center Systems Engineering and/or Doors requirements management tools is a plus.

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