Mechanical Design & Analysis Engineer (MDAE) - Controller

General Motors; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors is seeking a Mechanical Design & Analysis Engineer (MDAE) - Controller to lead electronic controller packaging and mechanical design for ECUs. You will guide suppliers on thermal and mechanical design, develop validation plans, and align with environmental and durability specs.

You’ll collaborate with GM Supplier Quality to validate processes and equipment changes. The role emphasizes defining controller size, mounting options, testing plans, and resolving issues with engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or qualified experience in electronic controller development.
• Hands on electronic controller experience.
• GD&T, CAD software.
• Validation.
• Minimum 2+ years of automotive experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency comprehending Electronics design.
• High level knowledge of electronics hardware verification/validation processes.
• Understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of mechanical/electrical mechanisms.
• High level of analytical ability.
• High level of oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Define electronic controller size, shape and orientation as well as location possibilities for vehicle platforms and support CIT as needed.
• Review and support bracket design for installation into the vehicle
• Review and support controller fastener development for controller to bracket installation
• Use modeling tools to define controller thermal requirements.
• Support GMW3172 community as Mechatronics SME.
• Define controller package requirements in controller statement of requirements
• Review and release controller math data.
• Review and release controller outline drawing.
• Approve and support supplier mechanical analysis and drive issue resolution with thermal design.
• Review and approve controller validation test plans and results with suppliers and GM DRE.
• Troubleshoot/root cause validation failures and develop solution(s) with the GM and supplier teams.
• Review and approve supplier manufacturing processes and line equipment.
• Approve controller connector selection.
• Review and approve connector validation test results.
• Review and approve shipping and handling requirements for the controller.
• PRTS resolution support

Skills

Hands on electronic controller

GD&T

CAD software

Validation

Automotive experience

Electronics design

Hardware verification

Engineering fundamentals

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Our Mission

At General Motors, our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process, we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen, but to be felt. We’re turning today’s impossible into tomorrow’s standard —from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design, intelligent software, and next-generation safety and entertainment features.

Job Description

Our Mission

At General Motors, our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process, we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen, but to be felt. We’re turning today’s impossible into tomorrow’s standard —from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design, intelligent software, and next-generation safety and entertainment features.

The Mechanical Design & Analysis Engineer (MDAE) - Controller leads the development of the electronic controller packaging requirements and mechanical design of the electronic control module. The MDAE provides technical guidance to the electronic controller supplier for thermal and mechanical design, as well as the validation test plan and flow to ensure alignment with the controller environmental and durability requirements. The MDAE also works with the electronic controller supplier and GM Supplier Quality team to validate electronic controller manufacturing processes and equipment changes.

Key Responsibilities

• Define electronic controller size, shape and orientation as well as location possibilities for vehicle platforms and support CIT as needed.
• Review and support bracket design for installation into the vehicle
• Review and support controller fastener development for controller to bracket installation
• Use modeling tools to define controller thermal requirements.
• Support GMW3172 community as Mechatronics SME.
• Define controller package requirements in controller statement of requirements
• Review and release controller math data.
• Review and release controller outline drawing.
• Approve and support supplier mechanical analysis and drive issue resolution with thermal design.
• Review and approve controller validation test plans and results with suppliers and GM DRE.
• Troubleshoot/root cause validation failures and develop solution(s) with the GM and supplier teams.
• Review and approve supplier manufacturing processes and line equipment.
• Approve controller connector selection.
• Review and approve connector validation test results.
• Review and approve shipping and handling requirements for the controller.
• PRTS resolution support

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in one of the following areas: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or qualified experience in the field of electronic controller development
• Hands on electronic controller experience
• GD&T, CAD software
• Validation
• Minimum 2+ years of automotive experience
• Demonstrated proficiency comprehending Electronics design
• High level knowledge of electronics hardware verification/validation processes
• Understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of mechanical/electrical mechanisms
• High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult
• High level of oral and written communication skills

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Master's degree in one of the following areas: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
• ECU
• Calibration
• Minimum 5+ years of electronic controller experience
• Experience with customer interface technologies
• DFSS Blackbelt Certified

Why Join Us

At GM, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping the future of connected, electric, and autonomous vehicles. You’ll work on cutting-edge antenna systems alongside some of the brightest minds in automotive and RF technology — with the resources to make an impact at scale. We offer competitive compensation, growth opportunities, and a culture that values innovation, inclusion, and forward thinking. This is a unique opportunity to lead, innovate, and help millions of customers around the world stay connected on the move.

Bonus Potential

An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.

Benefits

GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.

Diversity Information

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About GM

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Why Join Us

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Benefits Overview

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We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire.

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