General Motors

Chassis Software Development Lead (Controls & Prototyping)

General Motors • $100K — $130K *
Milford, MI 48381Hybrid
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in controls, diagnostics, or related development
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or similar
  • Strong engineering design knowledge in automotive systems
  • Solid understanding of vehicle dynamics and simulation testing
  • Proven independence and navigation of ambiguous development environments
  • Hands-on experience developing MATLAB/Simulink models
  • Familiarity with vehicle modeling tools like CarSim or CarMaker

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of new chassis features with a Design First approach
  • Plan project execution, including manpower and tools for proof of concept
  • Prepare documentation and calibration strategy for handoff to production
  • Assess TRL for new chassis technologies
  • Develop project plans to achieve TRL level 6 through reviews
  • Explore design problems with low-fidelity models early
  • Identify key constraints and failure modes before architecture selection
  • Increase model fidelity as the design progresses
  • Validate requirements through simulation early

Benefits

  • Collaborative and innovative work environment
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge chassis technology
  • Focus on early insight and risk management
  • Integration with advanced simulation tools and models
  • Support for continuous engineering improvements
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Job Description

Role Summary:

Are you a passionate about chassis controls? Does working on cutting edge chassis technology get you excited to come to work? Do you enjoy working on software and calibration? Are you creative, innovative, and eager to do things we've never done before at GM? If so, you should apply for Chassis Controls Project Manager. In this role, you will be responsible for creating and executing the "Design First" principles to enable new chassis technologies to go from concept to a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 6 and beyond. To properly develop new technologies, you will work with Controls Design Engineers, Model in the Loop Engineers, and a Rapid Prototype team to develop a solid controls foundation. The end result will be a proof of concept that is ready to move to a production team.

The role is to help lead our Chassis organization to "Enable Confident, Early Design Decisions on Chassis Technology." To create an engineering environment where teams can make early, confident design decisions through models, simulation, and structured exploration of the problem space.

Our mission is to help engineers discover risks sooner, evaluate options thoughtfully, and refine designs efficiently while improving quality and reducing rework. By focusing on early insight rather than late correction, Controls Design First strengthens safety, performance, and technical clarity across control-system development.

Through shared standards, collaborative reviews, and an integrated toolchain, we aim to build organizational alignment, support innovation, and deliver measurable improvements in engineering outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead the development of new chassis features and technologies using the Design First mindset and principals
  • Plan project execution for manpower, tools, and test beds through the proof of concept phase
  • Prepare new chassis feature for hand off to production team. Documentation, Calibration Strategy, and Systems Requirements.
  • Lead Assess current TRL for a new chassis technologies
  • Prepare project plans to achieve TRL level 6 through planned gate reviews.
  • Explore the problem using low-fidelity models and simple control structures early.
  • Identify key constraints, operating envelopes, and failure modes before choosing an architecture.
  • Increase model fidelity as the design converges and uncertainty decreases.
  • Validate requirements, assumptions, and safety considerations early through simulation.
  • Document alternatives, decisions, and rationale at each design milestone.


Required Skills and Experience

  • 5+ years of experience in controls, diagnostics, or related development, testing, or validation
  • BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or similar
  • Strong engineering design knowledge in one or more of the following: Automotive suspension, braking, steering, or driveline systems
  • Solid understanding of vehicle dynamics, with the ability to evaluate performance through simulation and/or in-vehicle testing
  • Proven ability to work independently and navigate ambiguous, early-stage development environments
  • Hands-on experience developing MATLAB/Simulink models
  • Familiarity with vehicle modeling tools (e.g., CarSim, CarMaker) and integration with Simulink models
  • Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • High level of analytical problem-solving ability, especially with complex or undefined challenges


Preferred Education, Skills and Experience
  • MS in Engineering
  • Design release engineering experience
  • Expert capability using vehicle modelling tools such as CarSim or CarMaker
  • Expert experience in vehicle dynamics
  • DFSS Certification


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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., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc).This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}.The selected candidate will be required to travel

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General Motors Company engages in the manufacture and sale of cars and trucks in the United States, China, Brazil, Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Italy. It offers sedans, crossovers, sport utility vehicles, pick-up trucks, coupes, sports/convertibles and hybrid vehicles, hatchbacks/wagons, and vans, as well as mini cars in India. The company also provides parts and accessories, such as iPod and MP3 compatibility, mobility accessories, performance parts, AC parts and services, and merchandise. In addition, it offers vehicle safety, security, and information services. The company provides used vehicles. It offers its products through dealers and distributors. General Motors Company was formerly known as NGMCO, Inc. and changed its name to General Motors Company in July 2009. The company was incorporated in 2009 and is based in Detroit, Michigan. It operates manufacturing facilities in India, the United States, and Canada. General Motors Company operates as a subsidiary of the United States Department of The Treasury. General Motors led global vehicle sales for 77 consecutive years from 1931 through 2007, longer than any other automaker, and is currently among the world's largest automakers by vehicle unit sales. General Motors acts in most countries outside the USA via wholly-owned subsidiaries but operates in China through 10 joint ventures. GM's OnStar subsidiary provides vehicle safety, security, and information services. In 2009, General Motors shed several brands, closing Saturn, Pontiac, and Hummer, and emerged from a government-backed Chapter 11 reorganization. In 2010, GM made an initial public offering IPOs to date and returned to profitability later that year.

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Size
157,000 employees
Market Cap
$46.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$6.4 billion
Founded
1908
5 Year Trend
-3.2%
Revenue
$122.4 billion
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