Steering Systems Design Release Lead

General Motors; Warren (MI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors is seeking a Steering System Senior Design Release Engineer in Michigan to lead steering system development, with focus on design release, supplier management, and rigorous validation.

You will drive DFMEAs, ICDs, and peer reviews, coordinating cross-functional teams, applying FEA and modal analysis to deliver robust, test-ready components while ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering and post-graduate experience.
• Strong grasp of engineering theory, design principles and system integration.
• Excellent oral and written communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Product Development Team for steering system components.
• Manage design, release, and integration of steering components into GM systems with precision and timeliness.
• Complete program ICDs, DFMEAs, and Peer Reviews on time.
• Oversee pre-production builds, ensuring properties are shipped test-ready and aligned with program milestones.
• Drive completion of Design Validation using FEA, modal analysis, and virtual builds.
• Identify root causes of design issues and implement effective solutions.
• Refine design criteria and typical sections using math data to support robust engineering decisions.
• Conduct trade off studies and recommend program direction based on cost, mass, and timing.
• Lead and support technical reviews with suppliers and internal teams.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities with purchasing, manufacturing, and supplier quality teams.
• Monitor warranty data and address emerging product issues.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency.
• Some travel

Skills

Engineering theory

System integration

Oral and written communication

Independent work

Analytical aptitude

Interpersonal skills

Manufacturing processes

CAD tools

Specification & Release systems

Travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

CAD tools

Job description

General Motors is seeking a Steering System Senior Design Release Engineer in Michigan to lead steering system development, with focus on design release, supplier management, and rigorous validation.

You will drive DFMEAs, ICDs, and peer reviews, coordinating cross-functional teams, applying FEA and modal analysis to deliver robust, test-ready components while ensuring safety and quality standards are met.