Regulatory Compliance Software Test Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

General Motors is seeking a Software Test Engineer to verify regulatory requirements across vehicle programs, ensuring compliance with MVSS and related standards. The role involves bench and vehicle testing at Milford and Warren, test development, and automation within a closed-loop environment.

You will collaborate with Regulatory Integration Engineers, create test cases, use Jira/PRTS, and mentor junior engineers while traveling as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent field.
• 4-6 years of experience in Electrical/Infotainment Systems.
• High level of oral and written communication skills.
• High level of organizational skills - able to manage multiple projects across programs.
• Able to communicate issues and testing results effectively
• Knowledge of CAN based communication and tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform bench and vehicle level testing at Milford and Warren sites.
• Plan and execute tests to meet vehicle program timing.
• Develop test methods and models for critical components.
• Automate test scripts and work with HIL setups.
• Capture and analyze data to troubleshoot issues.
• Work with Jira and PRTS to manage work tickets and documentation.
• Generate and approve test evaluation reports.
• Schedule test properties.
• Analyze and interpret requirements.
• Build archives and flash vehicle software components.
• Mentor new engineers.
• Travel as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Test leadership

Scripting & automation

Data analysis

Jira usage

Regulatory testing

CAN-based testing

Education

BS in Electrical, Mechanical, or related field

Tools

CAN tools

Job description

Job Description 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. Every day, our products move millions of people as we aim to make driving safer, smarter, and more connected, shaping the future of transportation on a global scale.

The Role: The Software Test Engineer is responsible for testing regulatory requirements to ensure that the system under test is designed and functioning per regulation. The Software Test Engineer will be responsible for testing on various vehicle programs where these regulations are present. Regulations include MVSS 101, 102,114, 111, 126, 135, 138, 208, and several other regional regulations. The Software Test Engineer will work closely with the Regulatory Integration Engineer, and Regulatory Compliance Owners to understand the given requirements, create test cases, and execute test plans and methods to certify the intended vehicles for saleable intent.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities):

• Perform bench and vehicle level testing at Milford and Warren sites.
• Plan and execute test pertaining to given regulation to meet vehicle program timing.
• Develop test methods and models to be able to test critical components within the system.
• Automate test scripts and work with HIL setups to execute test procedures in a closed loop model environment.
• Capture and analyze data to troubleshoot issues.
• Work within Jira and PRTS to execute work tickets and create issue documentation.
• Generate and approve test evaluation reports.
• Schedule test properties.
• Analyze and interpret requirements.
• Build archives and flash program vehicle software components.
• Work with test fixtures and tools to setup test environment.
• Mentor new engineers
• Travel as required

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):

• Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent field
• 4-6 years of experience in Electrical/Infotainment Systems.
• High level of oral and written communication skills.
• High level of organizational skills - Able to manage multiple projects across multiple programs.
• Able to work within a team of engineers and communicate issues and testing results effectively
• Ability to act as a single voice for bench/vehicle level testing for assigned regulations.
• Understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of mechanical/electrical mechanisms.
• Knowledge of CAN based communication and tools
• High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and complex.
• High level of interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with others.
• Requirements analysis
• Test case authoring
• Software/Calibration proficiency
• Knowledge of System Design Scripting and automation proficiency
• Understanding of automotive wiring/architectural design documents
• Valid driver license

What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

• Driving level 1 or 2 for MPG (preferred)

Sponsorship: GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc).

This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}. This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

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