Senior Design Release Engineer – Propulsion Controller Hardware

Jobtailor; Milford (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a technical leader for embedded controls within the automotive hardware release domain. You will own release responsibilities for production parts, coordinate with GM and suppliers, and lead cross-functional reviews to ensure on-time, high-quality hardware delivery.

The role requires a BS in engineering, 2+ years in embedded controls, and strong analytical and project-management skills. Advanced degrees or DFSS certification are strongly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in electrical, mechanical, computer, chemical engineering, mathematics, or physics.
• 2+ years of embedded controls experience.
• Basic understanding of software verification/validation processes.
• Engineering theory and principles of mechanical/electrical systems.
• High analytical ability for complex problems.
• Demonstrated project management skills.
• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle.
• Master's degree in a listed field (desired).
• 5–10 years of DRE experience (desired).
• GM component specification and release process experience (desired).
• Knowledge of vehicle dynamics and electronic chassis systems (desired).
• Knowledge of CAN, GMLAN, LIN (desired).
• Knowledge of OBD-II diagnostics (desired).
• Knowledge of automotive safety integrity levels (ASIL) (desired).
• DFSS Black Belt certification (desired).

Responsibilities

• Release parts and subsystems for production.
• Lead gathering, negotiation, updating, and documentation of product requirements.
• Serve as the single-point contact between GM and the supplier.
• Use data to solve complex problems.
• Lead and develop strategic solutions for safety, warranty, cost, and quality initiatives.
• Own release responsibility for hardware delivered on time and with high quality.
• Lead controller change negotiations with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Update and release requirements documents.
• Coordinate sourcing documents and provide technical expertise during purchasing.
• Lead and facilitate embedded controls module Product Development Team meetings.
• Manage documented electrical and mechanical interfaces, including component packaging.
• Coordinate requirements and design reviews with suppliers, algorithm groups, and software groups.
• Ensure hardware prototypes are validated and available for pre-production milestones.
• Ensure production-released parts meet PPAP requirements and supplier readiness for volume production.
• Reduce controller warranty to meet quality targets.
• Work with Mechatronic Hardware Team and software for engine/propulsion control modules in future platforms.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to new employees.

Skills

Embedded controls experience

Project management

Quantitative data analysis

Software verification/validation

Vehicle dynamics knowledge

Controller change negotiations

Production release process

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related

Master's degree in engineering/computer science/mathematics/physics (desired)

Tools

CAN

GMLAN

LIN

OBD-II diagnostics

PPAP documentation

Job description

• Release parts and subsystems for production
• Lead gathering, negotiation, updating, and documentation of product requirements
• Serve as the single-point contact between GM and the supplier
• Use quantitative and qualitative data to solve complex problems
• Lead and develop strategic solutions for safety, warranty, cost, and quality initiatives
• Own release responsibility for fully integrated hardware delivered on time and with high quality
• Lead controller change negotiations with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Update and release requirements documents
• Organize sourcing documents and provide technical expertise during purchasing
• Lead and facilitate embedded controls module Product Development Team meetings
• Manage documented electrical and mechanical interfaces, including component packaging
• Coordinate requirements and design reviews with suppliers, algorithm groups, and software groups
• Ensure hardware prototypes are validated and available for pre-production vehicle build milestones
• Ensure production-released parts meet PPAP requirements and supplier manufacturing is ready for volume production at launch
• Reduce controller warranty to meet quality targets
• Work with the Mechatronic Hardware Team and software team on engine and propulsion control modules for future ICE vehicle platforms
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to new employees

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics
• 2+ years of embedded controls experience
• Basic understanding of software verification/validation processes
• Understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of mechanical/electrical mechanisms
• High level of analytical ability where problems are complex and difficult to solve
• Demonstrated proficiency in project management skills
• Effective interpersonal skills that focus and influence others, including those which may have priority differences with yours
• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle
• Master's degree in a listed engineering, computer science, mathematics, or physics field (desired)
• 5 to 10 years of DRE experience (desired)
• Experience in the GM component specification and release process (desired)
• Knowledge of vehicle dynamics and electronic chassis systems (desired)
• Basic understanding of vehicle serial data communications, such as CAN, GMLAN, and LIN (desired)
• Knowledge of OBD-II diagnostics (desired)
• Knowledge of automotive safety integrity levels (ASIL) (desired)
• DFSS Black Belt certification (desired)

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in embedded controls and project management, with a strong focus on hardware release processes and supplier negotiations. Capable of leading cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality production and compliance with automotive standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Embedded Controls Experience
• Project Management Skills
• Electrical Engineering Degree
• Automotive Safety Integrity Levels (ASIL)
• DFSS Black Belt Certification

Hard Skills

• Quantitative Data Analysis
• Software Verification/Validation
• Engineering Theory and Principles
• Vehicle Dynamics Knowledge
• OBD-II Diagnostics Knowledge
• Vehicle Serial Data Communications
• Component Packaging Management
• Requirements Documentation
• Controller Change Negotiations
• Production Release Process

Soft Skills

• Effective Interpersonal Skills
• Analytical Problem Solving
• Leadership and Mentorship

Certifications & Qualifications

• DFSS Black Belt Certification

Industry Keywords

• GM Component Specification
• PPAP Requirements
• Embedded Controls Module
• Mechatronic Hardware Team
• Automotive Industry Standards