Senior Exterior Hardware Design Release Engineer - Sunroofs

generalmotors; Warren (MI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors is seeking a proactive engineer for Exterior Hardware leadership, focusing on movable roof subsystems and cross-functional PDT coaching. You will drive design releases, system integration, and cost optimization within a collaborative GM environment.

Ideal candidates hold a BS in Engineering with 5+ years of product development experience, and you bring DFMEA, ICD strategies, and Teamcenter proficiency to ensure robust, manufacturable solutions across suppliers and internal teams.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering required.
• 5 years of engineering and product development experience.
• Experience with actuated kinematic systems.
• Proficient in writing and interpreting hardware requirements.
• Familiarity with vehicle system integration and Design for Manufacturing (DFM).
• Knowledge of DFSS and Red X methodologies.
• Experience with Teamcenter.

Responsibilities

• Lead design release of Exterior Hardware components.
• Manage cross-functional Product Development Teams (PDTs), including supplier-integrated (SI3, SI2) and build-to-print (SI1) systems.
• Ensure accuracy of requirements, CAE standard work, GMWs, and AV DVP&R templates.
• Coordinate system integration into vehicle architecture.
• Drive program timing and cost targets; maintain cost controls.
• Support DFMEA development and updates.
• Develop and maintain Interface Control Document (ICD) strategy and templates.
• Ensure timely completion of peer reviews and component review valves.
• Oversee system and component-level verification and validation.
• Author Engineering Work Orders for prototype and production releases.
• Package hardware components and troubleshoot issues at both component and vehicle levels.
• Resolve issues via Problem Resolution Tracking System.
• Collaborate across GM functions and manage multiple suppliers.
• Lead and support supplier resident engineers.
• Contribute to sourcing activities and technical solutions for new programs.
• Perform complex design analysis and initiate engineering documentation.
• Partner with engineering, suppliers, and plant teams to implement cost reductions, product improvements, and support build events.

Skills

Actuated kinematic systems

Hardware requirements

Analytical skills

Independent work

Vehicle integration

DFSS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

MS in Engineering

Tools

Teamcenter

Job description

General Motors is seeking a proactive engineer for Exterior Hardware leadership, focusing on movable roof subsystems and cross-functional PDT coaching. You will drive design releases, system integration, and cost optimization within a collaborative GM environment.

Ideal candidates hold a BS in Engineering with 5+ years of product development experience, and you bring DFMEA, ICD strategies, and Teamcenter proficiency to ensure robust, manufacturable solutions across suppliers and internal teams.