Lead Wiper & Washer Systems Design Release Engineer

General Motors; Warren, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors in Warren, Michigan, seeks a proactive Wiper/Washer Design Release Engineer (DRE) for the Exterior Hardware SMT. The role focuses on design, development, and integration of wiper and washer systems across GM vehicle programs, with emphasis on DFMEA, requirements, and seamless integration into the vehicle.

You will lead cross-functional teams, drive design reviews, manage part releases, and pursue manufacturing improvements.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Engineering required.
• Mechanical Engineering strongly preferred.
• Experience with vehicle systems integration a plus.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive results.
• Experience with DFMEA and design for reliability.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Program Deployment Team (PDT) and collaborate with Studio, Design, Purchasing, VDDV, Materials Engineering, Fastening Engineering, Manufacturing, Validation, and Assembly Plants to optimize designs and align objectives.
• Review DFMEAs to ensure failure modes are understood, mitigated, and integrated into components and validation plans.
• Ensure part releases are accurate, complete, and delivered on time to support program milestones.
• Incorporate manufacturing requirements and automation opportunities into the design phase for robust production.
• Lead DFSS projects to improve quality, robustness, and customer satisfaction for wiper/washer subsystems.
• Support the advanced team and system Architect with early design iterations.
• Lead or support issue resolution during supplier sourcing, design, validation, and launches.
• Conduct benchmarking to capture quality, cost, mass, and technical correctness and align with North American customer requirements.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

DFMEA familiarity

System integration

Problem solving

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Mechanical Engineering preferred

Job description

General Motors in Warren, Michigan, seeks a proactive Wiper/Washer Design Release Engineer (DRE) for the Exterior Hardware SMT. The role focuses on design, development, and integration of wiper and washer systems across GM vehicle programs, with emphasis on DFMEA, requirements, and seamless integration into the vehicle.

You will lead cross-functional teams, drive design reviews, manage part releases, and pursue manufacturing improvements.