Entry-Level ECU Software Release Engineer

General Motors; United States; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Relocation benefits

Job summary

General Motors is seeking a Software Design Release Engineer to manage the integration, validation, and release of ECU software and calibrations. You will work with cross-functional teams and suppliers to align plans and support vehicle milestones.

The role offers a hybrid work setup in Southeast Michigan, with the option to work at Milford or Warren sites three days per week, and opportunities to grow in engineering, project management, and collaboration skills.

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 be able to work in Southeast Michigan.
• 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 the 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 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.

Skills

Embedded software

Hardware/software integration

ECU knowledge

CAN/LIN/Ethernet

Cybersecurity

Data analysis

Scripting

Agile development

Systems engineering

Automation tools

Education

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Software Engineering

Computer Science

Tools

PRTS

Job description

General Motors is seeking a Software Design Release Engineer to manage the integration, validation, and release of ECU software and calibrations. You will work with cross-functional teams and suppliers to align plans and support vehicle milestones.

The role offers a hybrid work setup in Southeast Michigan, with the option to work at Milford or Warren sites three days per week, and opportunities to grow in engineering, project management, and collaboration skills.