Electric Drive Systems Engineer — Testing & Modeling

General Motors; United States; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors is seeking an Electric Drive & Transmission Systems Development Engineer to plan, execute subsystem tests and advance model-based development. You will analyze data, calibrate components, and automate testing to improve efficiency while collaborating with cross-functional teams on innovative propulsion solutions.

The role emphasizes transitioning from lab testing to virtual methods, with programmatic support, mentorship, and strong problem-solving in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

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Responsibilities

• Support development test units throughout the build process, including setup, troubleshooting, and validation.
• Monitor, track, and communicate testing progress, results, risks, and issue resolution status.
• Develop, execute, and improve first-time-capable test procedures supporting calibration, validation, and hardware development.
• Lead diagnosis, root cause investigation, and resolution of issues during test setup and execution.
• Participate in Product Development Teams to enhance test methods and develop new testing capabilities.
• Create automated data analysis and post-processing tools to ensure data quality and support calibrations and reports.
• Standardize and implement global test procedures, best practices, and standard work.
• Collaborate with facilities, calibration and hardware teams to improve testing effectiveness and product quality.
• Support virtual development through physics-based modeling, correlation studies, and data analytics.
• Mentor and train new engineers to grow technical capabilities.

Skills

Electric machines theory

Drive units

Power electronics

Transmissions

Controls

Calibration

Hardware development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Computer Engineering or related

Tools

AVL PUMA

IndiCom

CAMEO

ETAS INCA

MDA

Job description

General Motors is seeking an Electric Drive & Transmission Systems Development Engineer to plan, execute subsystem tests and advance model-based development. You will analyze data, calibrate components, and automate testing to improve efficiency while collaborating with cross-functional teams on innovative propulsion solutions.

The role emphasizes transitioning from lab testing to virtual methods, with programmatic support, mentorship, and strong problem-solving in a hybrid work environment.