Lead Suspension Release Engineer – Full-Size Trucks

Devopsroles; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors is seeking a Design Release Engineer to own the design, release, integration, and lifecycle management of suspension hardware for full-size truck vehicle programs. You will drive targets for ride, handling, durability, NVH, packaging, cost, quality, and timing across multiple programs.

You will lead design reviews, coordinate with Vehicle Dynamics, and partner with suppliers to ensure on-time launches, robust validation, and compliant documentation while communicating complex

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in mechanical/automotive engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in vehicle suspension design, development, or release.
• Direct design-release responsibility for suspension systems or components on vehicle programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and release of suspension components and systems across the full range.
• Translate vehicle targets into component requirements, performance targets, and durability specs.
• Develop and maintain robust suspension designs for packaging, mounting, and serviceability.

Skills

Suspension design

3D CAD

DFMEA/DVP&R

Vehicle dynamics

Supplier management

Cross-functional leadership

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

3D CAD software

DFMEA/DVP&R tooling

Job description

General Motors is seeking a Design Release Engineer to own the design, release, integration, and lifecycle management of suspension hardware for full-size truck vehicle programs. You will drive targets for ride, handling, durability, NVH, packaging, cost, quality, and timing across multiple programs.

You will lead design reviews, coordinate with Vehicle Dynamics, and partner with suppliers to ensure on-time launches, robust validation, and compliant documentation while communicating complex