Product Design Release Engineer - Vehicle Closures, Sub-system EngineerGeneral Motors • Warren, Michigan, United States
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Product Design Release Engineer - Vehicle Closures, Sub-system Engineer
General Motors
- Warren, Michigan, United States
- Warren, Michigan, United States
À propos
This role is not eligible for relocation assistance
About the Role:
The Product Design Release Engineer – Closures Subsystem is responsible for the design, engineering, and release of closure subsystems on a vehicle program. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and independent judgment to lead product development efforts and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver an integrated and balanced subsystem solution.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with cross‑functional partners to develop robust, balanced solutions aligned with program requirements
Support system architects, lead integrators, and system leads in guiding studio, program, and manufacturing teams
Drive alignment across teams to balance innovation, cost, mass, timing, and manufacturing feasibility
Interface with Body Manufacturing, Body Shop, General Assembly, and VDDV/CAE teams to meet SSTS, dimensional, packaging, and performance requirements
Develop and evaluate engineering alternatives based on cost, weight, timing, DFMEA, and quality targets
Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners
Ensure theme development supports high‑quality, on‑time execution
Technical Responsibilities
Apply technical expertise in closure subsystem development and system integration
Demonstrate working knowledge of closure components (latches, hinges, counterbalance systems, power actuators, handles, sensors)
Understand and apply SSTS requirements across vehicle programs
Assess risks and support decision‑making to ensure quality and program timing
Benchmark competitive solutions and industry trends
Collaborate with Technical Specialist (TS) teams and participate in GSSLT reviews
Share best practices and lessons learned across programs and platforms
Understand closure manufacturing processes, including stamping, body, paint, and general assembly
Program & Execution Responsibilities
Lead the Product Development Team (PDT) to deliver subsystem milestones on time and within program constraints
Run effective subsystem PDT meetings and manage deliverables across multiple programs
Execute quality processes with rigor and discipline
Co‑lead system design reviews, peer reviews, and DRBTR reviews to ensure design integrity and compliance
Manage key deliverables through the Vehicle Development Process (VDP), including:
Math releases
Statements of Requirements (SORs)
Sourcing and tool kickoff
Test readiness and validation
ICDs, CRVs, MRDs for build events
PPAP completion
Utilize GM systems and tools (ECR, PRTS, eMerge, TWO, PPAP)
Support sourcing activities with Purchasing and Supplier Quality teams
Develop and execute subsystem validation plans
Apply robust engineering tools (DFSS, OPEX) to optimize designs
Quality & Launch Responsibilities
Ensure high‑quality, on‑time program launches
Align GD&T strategy with dimensional capability and assembly requirements
Lead root cause analysis for dimensional and integration issues
Partner with Manufacturing to develop and execute closure system validation plans
Required Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Engineering
Required Skills & Experience
Experience with engineering operations, specifications, release processes, and best practices
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills across cross‑functional and global teams
Advanced analytical and problem‑solving abilities
Ability to manage ambiguity and drive timely decisions
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong program and project management experience
Solid physics‑based, structured problem‑solving approach
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Engineering or related field
DFSS Black Belt Certification and/or Red X Journeyman
Experience with fixture design and product validation
Experience with budget planning and cost management
Sponsorship Eligibility:
GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION‑RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)
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Compétences linguistiques
- English
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