Design Release Engineer - Mechatronics Hardware

General Motors; Warren, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors is seeking a Design Release Engineer for Mechatronics Hardware in a hybrid setup across Warren and Milford, MI. You will design, validate, and release hardware for vehicle sensing, access, drivetrain, and high voltage electronics while coordinating with suppliers and internal teams.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in Engineering with experience in DFMEA, CTS/SOR, and PPAP processes, and are proficient in cross-functional collaboration and problem solving within automotive

Qualifications

• Must have strong design and validation experience for mechatronics hardware and calibration.
• Experience coordinating multi-functional teams to integrate components into vehicles.
• DFMEA development and updates experience.
• Experience creating ICD strategies and templates.
• Ability to release components for prototypes and production vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design and validation for mechatronics hardware calibrations and application software.
• Lead Product Development Team (PDT) meetings to coordinate integration of components into the vehicle.
• Support DFMEA development and updates.
• Create and maintain Interface Control Document (ICD) strategy and templates.
• Author Engineering Work Orders for prototype and production releases.
• Prepare timing plans to meet MRD dates.
• Troubleshoot component and vehicle issues using Jira and related systems.
• Develop and maintain CTS for mechatronic devices.

Skills

Mechatronics hardware

Cross-functional collaboration

Supplier management

DFMEA training

Problem solving

Education

Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

PPAP processes

CTS/SOR development

JIRA

Job description

## Design Release Engineer - Mechatronics HardwareApply: Hybrid: Warren, Michigan, United States of America: Milford, Michigan, United States of America: Full time: Posted Today: JR-202620113**Job Description****Our Mission:** 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:We are looking for a highly motivated individual contributor to fill roles across the Mechatronics Hardware domain, and a desire to work as a Design Release Engineer (DRE). This role will support a broad range of mechatronics devices across our portfolio of vehicle sensing, vehicle access, chassis, and propulsion electronic device hardware.Broad technical knowledge combined with creative and independent thinking are needed to be successful in this role.This DRE will be responsible for the design, development and release of requirements, hardware and validation for in-cabin sensing, driveline and transmission controllers, engine and high voltage electronics (VICM/BECM/ECM/PCM), and/or vehicle access control hardware.This DRE will implement relevant component release strategies supporting the GM Vehicle Intelligence Platform and Software Defined Vehicle product roadmaps.This DRE performs complex assignments requiring a wider application of principles, theories, and concepts.## What You'll Do:* Oversee design and validation for mechatronics hardware calibrations, and application software.* Run Product Development Team (PDT) meetings to coordinate the development and integration of the [insert component/system] into the vehicle.* Support DFMEA development and updates.* Create and maintain Interface Control Document (ICD) strategy and ICD templates.* Author Engineering Work Orders to release the components for prototype and production vehicles.* Prepare timing plans that ensure all program requirements and MRD dates are met.* Troubleshoot component and vehicle level issues utilizing the Problem Resolution Tracking System (PRTS-Jira).* Generate and maintain Component Technical Specifications (CTS) for mechatronic devices.* Close the Loop on learnings by updating required information (Best Practices, GM Specifications, Statement of Requirements, Template, etc.).* Work cross-functionally within GM, coordinating multiple suppliers.* Lead/manage supplier resident engineers.* Support sourcing activities, including creation of Statement of Requirements (SOR), Request for Information (RFI), and Statement of Development Work (SODW).* Generate technical solutions for new vehicle programs.* Perform complex design analysis.* Initiate documents to provide engineering authority and to maintain math/CAD data.* Work with engineering functions, suppliers, plant personnel, and others to implement cost reduction, methods, and product improvements, and to support build programs.## ## What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):* Master's degree in Engineering* Experience with Component Statement of Requirements (SOR) and Component Technical Specification (CTS) development* Experience with automotive PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) quality processes* Experience with \"DRE Essentials\" methods and tools* Experience in balancing and mitigating risks with projects, suppliers, quality, and production* DFMEA training* DFSS Black Belt Certification, Red X, and/or OpEx experience* Design/Development of Safety Critical Systems/Components* Prior experience negotiating contracts* Prior experience working with build-to-print suppliers* Prior experience working with Corporate Common Components (CCC)#LI-SW1