Junior Embedded Software Release Engineer

General Motors; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

GM vehicle discounts

Relocation benefits

Tuition assistance

Job summary

General Motors in Michigan is seeking a Software Design Release Engineer to orchestrate the integration, validation, and release of ECUs, software, and calibrations for automotive control units. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers, manage validation plans, and drive corrective actions through PRTS, enabling on-time product launches and high-quality software solutions.

The role is hybrid, based in Milford or Warren, Michigan, with in-person coordination three days per

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 and have a valid US driver's license.

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 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

Data analysis

Scripting

Automation

Generative AI tools

Agile development

Functional safety

Cybersecurity

Systems engineering

CAN/LIN/Ethernet understanding

Education

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

Job description

General Motors in Michigan is seeking a Software Design Release Engineer to orchestrate the integration, validation, and release of ECUs, software, and calibrations for automotive control units. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers, manage validation plans, and drive corrective actions through PRTS, enabling on-time product launches and high-quality software solutions.

The role is hybrid, based in Milford or Warren, Michigan, with in-person coordination three days per