Staff Software Engineer – Controls Development

General Motors; Milford (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company is seeking a highly technical candidate to lead the development of advanced control systems for future vehicles. This hybrid role involves spearheading innovative solutions, enhancing processes, and collaborating with teams across the globe. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, driving advancements in software and controls, while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Strong technical expertise and the ability to mentor others are crucial for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of modern control and real-time optimization strategies.
• Adept at conveying complex technical ideas to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the creation and implementation of advanced vehicle motion control strategies.
• Develop cutting-edge control solutions across multiple domains.
• Oversee project management tasks ensuring timely milestone completion.

Skills

Technical Expertise

Control Systems Development

Software Development

Real-time Optimization

Embedded Controls

Job description

Workplace Classification:

Hybrid: This means the successful candidate is expected to report to their primary location (Milford, MI) three times per week, at minimum, or other frequency dictated by the business.

The Ideal Candidate:

Note: This is a highly technical position, and candidates with a strong interest in pursuing a technical career path are encouraged to apply.

• We are at the forefront of revolutionizing software and controls within the automotive industry as we evolve into a technology-driven company, with this role being crucial to that transformation. We are looking for dynamic, innovative professionals with strong technical expertise. The ideal candidate will thrive in a high-performance team, driving advancements in controls and software.

• The successful candidate will spearhead the development of state-of-the-art control systems for future vehicles, integrating cutting-edge actuation and sensory technologies like propulsion, braking, steering, active aerodynamics, and rear steering. Our software development strategy is designed to be flexible and scalable across various platforms, starting with next-generation high-performance hyper-cars.

• The candidate should have extensive knowledge of modern control and real-time optimization strategies and be adept at conveying complex technical ideas to diverse audiences, including collaborators in the United States and key academic partners. A strong grasp of embedded controls and software development processes is critical for success in this role.

The Role:

• Lead Control Systems Development: Spearhead the creation and implementation of advanced vehicle motion control strategies, including robust software architecture, integration, and testing for vehicle systems.

• Design and Architect Solutions: Develop cutting-edge control solutions across multiple domains, designing scalable and reusable architectures that push the boundaries of control and system simulation technologies.

• Enhance Processes and Standards: Continuously improve group efficiency by refining processes, championing control requirements, leading Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL), Driver-in-the-Loop (DiL), and in-vehicle development, and conducting peer reviews.

• Collaborate and Mentor: Lead initiatives and contribute to the technology roadmap, ensuring cross-team collaboration while providing technical mentorship and developing training strategies to elevate team capabilities.

• Manage Projects and Ensure Compliance: Oversee project management tasks, ensuring timely milestone completion while adhering to GM processes and safety standards, with frequent travel to Michigan and occasional travel to other parts of USA and Europe as needed.

• Innovate and Apply Technologies: Drive the exploration and application of the latest control technologies, balancing innovation with the deployment of advanced methods to enhance GM's capabilities and meet program goals.

• Protect Intellectual Property: Innovate and protect intellectual property through the development of novel solutions, patents, and publications.