Transmission Control Software Engineer

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Milford (MO)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

General Motors in Missouri is seeking an embedded software engineer to develop and refine transmission control functions and torque management. You will translate requirements into software design, implement in C, MATLAB, and Simulink, and participate in peer reviews and change management under GM processes.

You will collaborate with calibration, systems, and architecture teams, support test activities, and communicate risks and actions to stakeholders. Travel up to 20% is expected.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related technical field.
Minimum 2 years of embedded software/controls experience.
Experience with C, MATLAB, Simulink.
Understanding of transmission and propulsion vehicle controls.
Ability to translate requirements into design, implementation, verification content.
Structured problem-solving and root-cause analysis.
Knowledge of software quality attributes and change management.
Ability to work independently within established processes.
Strong cross-functional collaboration and clear communication.
GM does not provide immigration sponsorship now or in the future.
Must report to the location at least 3 times a week.

Responsibilities

Develop and refine embedded software control functions for transmission operation, shift execution, torque management, diagnostics, and feature performance.
Translate system and algorithm requirements into software functional requirements, design content, implementation tasks, and verification activities.
Design, implement, and maintain software using C, MATLAB, Simulink, or comparable embedded controls toolchains.
Participate in software design, coding, peer reviews, and change-management activities under GM processes and coding standards.
Integrate transmission control software with vehicle-level and propulsion-system functions.
Create and execute unit, software-in-the-loop, hardware-in-the-loop, bench, and integration testing.
Analyze software and controls issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
Collaborate with calibration, systems, integration, and architecture teams.
Communicate software design decisions, technical risks, issues, and recommended actions to stakeholders.
Support improvements in software reuse, documentation, test coverage, development processes, and engineering standards.
Provide technical support and share embedded software and transmission-controls knowledge.
Travel less than 20%.

Skills

Embedded Software

Software Troubleshooting

Root-Cause Analysis

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Independent Work

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field

Tools

Embedded Controls Toolchains

Software-in-the-Loop Testing

Hardware-in-the-Loop Testing

Bench Testing

Integration Testing

Job description

Develop and refine embedded software control functions for transmission operation, shift execution, torque management, diagnostics, and feature performance
Translate system and algorithm requirements into software functional requirements, design content, implementation tasks, and verification activities
Design, implement, and maintain software using C, MATLAB, Simulink, or comparable embedded controls toolchains
Participate in software design, coding, peer reviews, and change-management activities under GM processes and coding standards
Integrate transmission control software with vehicle-level and propulsion-system functions
Create and execute unit, software-in-the-loop, hardware-in-the-loop, bench, and integration testing
Analyze software and controls issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions
Collaborate with calibration, systems, integration, and architecture teams
Communicate software design decisions, technical risks, issues, and recommended actions to stakeholders
Support improvements in software reuse, documentation, test coverage, development processes, and engineering standards
Provide technical support and share embedded software and transmission-controls knowledge
Travel less than 20%

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field
At least 2 years of experience in embedded software, controls development, or software systems engineering
Experience developing or implementing software control algorithms using C, MATLAB, Simulink, or comparable embedded controls toolchains
Understanding of transmission, propulsion, torque-management, driveline, or related vehicle controls in a hardware-software environment
Experience translating requirements into software design, implementation, and verification content
Experience troubleshooting technical issues using structured analysis and root-cause problem-solving methods
Understanding of software quality attributes and disciplined development practices, including peer reviews, configuration management, and change management
Ability to work independently within established processes and solve moderate-scope problems
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and communicate technical information clearly
Ability to identify root causes
GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship; candidates must not require GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future
Must report to the specified location at least 3 times a week, or at another frequency set by the manager

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in developing and refining embedded software control functions, with a strong focus on transmission operation and torque management. Proficient in translating system requirements into software design and implementation while ensuring adherence to quality standards and effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.

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