Body Controls Calibration and System Test Engineer

General Motors; Warren (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors in Warren, MI is seeking a Body Electronics System Test Engineer to lead calibration and system test for body controls. You’ll create validation plans and reports, develop test methodologies for new tech launches, and drive test automation across hardware-in-the-loop, vehicles, and virtual environments.

Collaboration with cross‑functional teams is essential. Requires 3+ years in engineering, Python, and test automation, plus a valid US driver license.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of engineering experience with proven technical and professional skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical/computer/software engineering or Computer Science.
• Minimum of 3 years of Python programming experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with test automation frameworks.
• Minimum of 3 years of testing in multiple environments (HIL, Vehicle, Virtual).
• Minimum of 3 years of Software Integration/Feature testing and Calibration.
• Valid US Driver License

Responsibilities

• Lead calibration and system test for body controls.
• Create and manage validation plans and reports.
• Develop test methodologies for new technology launches.
• Lead test automation development and execution.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and cross-functional reviews.
• Record and analyze data; document failures and root causes.

Skills

Engineering

Python

Test automation

Multi-environment testing

Software integration testing

US Driver License

Education

Bachelors degree (Electrical/Computer/Software Engineering or CS)

Tools

Autobot/Autoval

ETAS/INCA

Vehicle Spy

CANALYZER Tools

Jira

GitHub/Jenkins

CANalyzer/Simulink

Job description

Job Description

At General Motors, we are building on our momentum and changing the way we do things. As we move towards our ZERO ZERO ZERO vision for the future, we are looking to add hard‑working individuals to help contribute to our Validation team! The Body Controls Calibration and System Testing Team is looking for a Body Electronics System Test Engineer/cal engineer to join our organization! Our area is rapidly growing and is being transformed due to the adoption of software defined architecture. In Body electronics system test space, we calibrate and validate different customer facing features in functional areas like Vehicle Access, occupant Protection, Cabin Comfort, Exterior and Interior Lighting, etc. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands on experience in future technologies GM is introducing in Body electronics/Mechatronics space.

The Body Controls Calibration and System Test Engineer will:

• Lead technical solutions across calibration, and system test for body controls.
• Create, manage, and complete Body electronics software feature/system/solution validation plans (Behavior Test specification etc.)
• Follow best practices and develop procedures to calibrate systems to meet product goals, and program timing with quality.
• Develop and release Body Controls Calibrations for deployment to GM Vehicle Programs.
• Lead/Support Calibration Reviews.
• Develop test methodologies to support new technology launch.
• Lead test automation development and execution for relevant body controls products.
• Lead and execute certification relevant activities for body electronics software features.
• Collect data using advanced test equipment.
• Analyze, review results and document failures via PRTS, Jira etc.
• Author validation reports (CG190 etc.)
• Participate in Agile ceremonies (PI planning, DSU etc.)
• Support issue root cause analysis and resolution.
  

Additional Responsibilities:

• Lead system test issue resolution initiatives
• Identify and document calibration vulnerabilities; track corrective actions.
• Lead best practices and process improvement initiatives.
• Support regulatory and compliance relevant activities for body electronics software features.
• Support program team reviews and demos.
• Maintain communication with cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Keep abreast of industry trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Adhere to all safety requirements, treat safety as the top priority and lead by example during all work activities.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience with proven technical and professional skills in Engineering.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical/computer/software engineering, or Computer Science
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in programming/scripting (Python etc.)
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with Test automation framework (Autobot, Autoval etc.)
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in performing testing in multiple test environments (HIL, Vehicle, Virtual).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Software Integration testing/System Integration testing and/or Feature testing and/or Calibration.
• Valid US Driver License

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in electrical/computer/software engineering
• Experience with vehicle and bench validation at component or subsystem level
• Experience with in‑vehicle calibration including use of tools (ETAS/INCA, Intrepid, etc.) for data acquisition and analysis.
• Experience with data logging tools (Vehicle Spy, CANALYZER Tools etc.)
• Experience with Behavior Driven Development (BDD) process and familiarity with Gherkin.
• Experience with GitHub, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Jira and other configuration management, version control and code quality tools.
• Experience debugging software/electrical/HW issues
• Working knowledge of embedded software development using C/Matlab/Simulink and associated tools (Jira, DOORS, Rhapsody, etc.)
• Quick to learn, ambitious, and willing to work hands‑on with GM’s vehicles and benches.
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work with minimal direction.

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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}.The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role.This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

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