Accessories Design Release Engineer- Electrical /Body/Chassis - GMIO and China HQ & Ctr for Advanced Research and Science - HQ Building

Job Description

*  Subject matter authority for Global Warranty Management (GWM), Service Policies and procedures and Warranty administration.

-  Supports integration of Warranty administration functions.

-  Provides Warranty support for all of the zone team members.

-  Develops and implements necessary dealer training.

-  Coaches dealers, Managers of Aftersales and District Managers of Aftersales in the area of Warranty administration.

-  Holds themselves and others accountable for demonstrating GMs values and cultural behaviors.

-  Performs other related duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description

Job Description

The Role:

The GM China Premium Import team is seeking experienced, motivated engineer to support the accessories design and development. As a DRE, in GM China Accessory engineering team, you’ll be responsible for Accessories development activities for Electrical /Body/Chassis SMTs. 

In this role, creativity, initiative, and independent judgment are involved, and effective cross-organizational teamwork is needed. You’ll bring your knowledge and background to help us meet our goals and continue GM’s future success!   

What You'll Do (Responsibilities):

• Take lead of assigned Accessories` design, development, and part release activities .
• Expected to optimize a comprehensive and detailed plan to develop and validate the assigned accessory to its technical requirements.
• Owns the assigned accessories Statement of Requirements, component timing plan, component validation VCRI, issues, etc. and manages details when changes are required
• Communicates validation requirements to the supplier through tech reviews.
• Take lead of PDT meeting with Cross function team.
• Reviews and approves component DV & PV ADVP&R
• Documents test failures in PRTS
• Ensures all test documentation is completed by Validation Documentation Complete milestone and completes validation action plan or 3660 in support of launch.
• Manages the cost, quality, mass, etc. for the accessories ensuring a robust yet cost and mass efficient design
• Lead bench marking analysis to support innovation, trade off or cost /benefit analysis
• Communicates, coordinates, and consults with other engineering departments, suppliers and customers for overall engineering activities
• Presents status updates to Vehicle Chief Engineer and Program Team

Additional Job Description:

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in automotive engineering industry required

What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

• 1 or more years of experience with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) 
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Body/Exterior/Wheel design/engineering
• 2 years’ post-graduation experience in Design Release Engineer role
• Familiarity with DFSS (Design For Six Sigma) and DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis) process
• Familiarity with CAE methods/processes
• Familiarity with Vehicle Development and Production Launch process
• Familiarity with metal and/or plastic bracket component physical and/or virtual test methods
• Previous subsystem and/or component testing experience in automotive.
• Knowledge of plastic, Metal materials, processes, and tooling
• High level of oral and written communication skills
• High level of interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with others
• Knowledge of engineering software and systems as it pertains to job-related area 

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Why Join Us 

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.   We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. 

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.