Hybrid ECU Software Release Engineer (Entry-Level)

University of Alaska Fairbanks Petroleum Engineering; Leroy (AL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Relocation assistance

GM vehicle discounts

Job summary

General Motors is seeking an Entry Level Software Design Release Engineer to support the integration, validation, and release of ECU software, calibrations, and related hardware. You will partner with suppliers and internal teams to drive milestones and quality releases.

The role offers exposure to software verification, controller validation, and program management while contributing to automotive software solutions. Hybrid work in Michigan is anticipated with development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of 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 drivers 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 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

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Software Engineering

Computer Science

Job description

General Motors is seeking an Entry Level Software Design Release Engineer to support the integration, validation, and release of ECU software, calibrations, and related hardware. You will partner with suppliers and internal teams to drive milestones and quality releases.

The role offers exposure to software verification, controller validation, and program management while contributing to automotive software solutions. Hybrid work in Michigan is anticipated with development opportunities.