Application Engineer - Virtual Extender

General Motors (GM); Milford Charter Township (MI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Job summary

General Motors (GM) is seeking a software engineer to develop virtual ECUs (VECUs) and their real-time counterparts. You will work with design release engineers, Tier 1 suppliers, and model integration partners to create and deploy VECU packages to GM users, applying production software to VECUs.

You will validate and verify VECU and application software, debug in a virtual environment, and develop new simulation and test scripts to address expanding virtual ECU needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field is required.
• Two years of relevant experience in software/engineer roles with ECU/embedded systems.
• Experience with automotive communication protocols (CAN/LIN/SPI) and common toolchains.

Responsibilities

• Develop virtual ECUs (VECU) and real-time virtual counterparts of physical ECUs.
• Collaborate with design release engineers, Tier 1 suppliers, and model integration partners.
• Deploy VECU packages to GM users and validate software integrity via testing.
• Debug VECUs and production software in a virtual environment and improve test scripts.
• Work with simulation integration engineers to integrate VECUs on virtual benches.

Skills

Embedded software development

C programming

C++ programming

SystemC

Python scripting

Cross-functional collaboration

CAN/LIN/SPI communications

Education

Bachelor's degree (Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Mathematics, or related field)

Tools

Gerrit

Jenkins

Git

Lauterbach

Green Hills Multi IDE

Job description

Job DescriptionDUTIES: Develop a completely virtual embedded control system and virtual electronic control units (VECU) that serve as real-time virtual counterparts of physical ECUs. Work cross-functionally with Design Release Engineers, Tier 1 suppliers, and model integration partners to develop VECU packages. Deploy VECU packages to internal General Motors users. Apply production software to VECUs. Validate and verify VECU/Application software package integrity via various function and non-functional testing. Work cross-functionally with Simulation Integration Engineers to support the integration of VECUs onto virtual system benches. Deploy and maintain virtual software integration benches. Collaborate with software developers to root cause and solve low-level, basic software and application software issues found in the virtual environment. Debug VECUs and integrated production software as needed. Develop new simulation and test scrip capabilities to address expanding virtual ECU needs and usages. Hybrid Work Policy – 3 days In-Office, 2 Days Remote – Must be able to report to local office.REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Mathematics, or related field and Two (2) years of experience as a Software Engineer, Application Engineer, Integration Engineer, Systems Engineer, or related role. Two (2) years of experience with the following: Electronic control modules and embedded control systems; Various programming languages including C, C++, System C, and Python; Software build process and associated tools knowledge including Gerrit, Jenkins, and Git; Software debugging tools including Lauterbach and Green Hills Multi IDE; and Automotive communications including CAN, LIN, and SPI.#LI-DNIAbout GMOur 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 UsWe believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.Benefits OverviewFrom day one, we're looking out for your well-being–at work and at home–so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources .Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire .AccommodationsGeneral Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us or call us at 1-800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.