Embedded ECU Release Engineer – Entry Level

General Motors; Center (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GM relocation benefits

GM vehicle discounts

Job summary

General Motors is seeking a Software Design Release Engineer to oversee the integration, validation, and release of ECU software and calibrations for development, production, and service applications. You will create product plans, track milestones, and coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to ensure on-time delivery of high-quality controller software.

The role involves leading investigations through PRTS, coordinating validation testing (bench, safety, cybersecurity, regulatory), and

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software Engineering or Computer Science.
• Must be graduating between Dec 2026 – June 2027.
• Must have a valid US driver’s license.
• Able to work full-time, 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Support the development, validation, and release of embedded controller software and calibrations for development, production, and service applications.
• Create and maintain product plans, track program milestones, and communicate status to support on-time delivery of high-quality controller products.
• Collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to align requirements, review designs, and resolve technical issues.
• Lead and support product issue investigations through the Problem Resolution Tracking System (PRTS), including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Create and execute controller validation plans, coordinating testing activities such as bench, integration, safety, cybersecurity, and regulatory testing.
• Manage software, calibration, and controller part numbers throughout the product lifecycle to support product releases.
• Support controller and system safety investigations, quality improvement initiatives, and continuous process improvement efforts.
• Partner with suppliers, manufacturing plants, and engineering teams to support program launches, issue resolution, and successful product delivery.

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software Engineering or Computer Science

Job description

General Motors is seeking a Software Design Release Engineer to oversee the integration, validation, and release of ECU software and calibrations for development, production, and service applications. You will create product plans, track milestones, and coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to ensure on-time delivery of high-quality controller software.

The role involves leading investigations through PRTS, coordinating validation testing (bench, safety, cybersecurity, regulatory), and