General Motors

Lead Power and Signal Distribution Systems (PSDS) Sub-Component Engineer

General Motors • $100K — $130K *
Warren, MI 48089In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Science, Math, Chemistry or Physics
  • 5+ years of professional engineering experience
  • Experience in wire harnessing
  • Understanding of engineering theory and mechanical/electrical mechanisms
  • Demonstrated technical skills in engineering
  • Strong analytical ability to tackle complex problems
  • Excellent interpersonal skills for effective collaboration

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of DREs on PSDS sub-component content
  • Provide execution leadership for sub-components like Specialty Cables and Dress Covers
  • Maintain project alignment by understanding program requirements and timing
  • Support sourcing and execution processes for program-specific needs
  • Conduct technical reviews to assist in sourcing decisions
  • Manage cost, quality, and timing for assigned components
  • Drive component design, development, and electrical release activities

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment with flexibility in location
  • Opportunity for travel to support project needs
  • Collaboration with global engineering and product development teams
  • Involvement in innovative areas of engineering and technology
  • Professional growth through mentoring and training opportunities
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Role

The Power and Signal Distribution Systems (PSDS) Sub-Component Lead Engineer is a key position responsible for leading a team of DREs and driving the design, development, integration, and release of critical PSDS sub-components across vehicle programs. In this role, the employee will provide technical and execution leadership for the Sub-component team, with ownership spanning Specialty Cables, Dress Covers, Grommets, Channels, T-harnesses, Clips, Ring Terminals, Coverings, and other sub-components that may transition into PSDS scope in the future.

This role will be responsible for aligning component direction across program needs, technical specialist guidance, supplier execution, and release timing. The position requires close collaboration with global engineering teams, vehicle program teams, Technical Specialists, Purchasing, Validation, Manufacturing, and other Product Development partners to ensure high-quality execution from concept through launch.

What You'll Do
  • Lead a team of DREs responsible for PSDS sub-component content across vehicle programs
  • Provide technical and execution leadership for Specialty Cables, Dress Covers, Grommets, Channels, T-harnesses, Clips, Ring Terminals, Coverings, and future PSDS sub-components
  • Maintain consistency of effort across the team by understanding program timing, requirements, issues, and execution plans and driving alignment when changes are required
  • Support program-specific requirements for sourcing and batch execution processes
  • Provide technical background in supplier technical reviews and support sourcing decisions for sub-component content
  • Manage cost, quality, mass, timing, and complexity for assigned PSDS sub-components, including content and program changes
  • Lead component design, development, integration, and electrical release activities to ensure high-quality vehicle execution
  • Interface between Technical Specialists (TS) and DREs to provide clear design direction and ensure alignment to requirements and methods
  • Conduct team meetings and technical reviews to ensure deliverables and timing are met
  • Support complexity reduction, standardization, and commonization efforts across sub-components
  • Lead benchmarking and tradeoff analysis to support innovation, cost reduction, and business case development
  • Support prototype and pre-production build events, both physical and virtual, to ensure successful execution
  • Provide assembly plant launch and remediation support for sub-component issues
  • Generate technical solutions for current, new, and major programs with engineering teams
  • Support the TS in their technical leadership for advanced technology development and future sub-component growth within PSDS
  • Perform complex design analysis and guide subsystem-level engineering decisions
  • Develop engineering designs, implement engineering changes, and support release of parts and subsystems for production
  • Plan and support test and development activities as required for assigned components
  • Communicate, coordinate, and consult with engineering departments, suppliers, and customers
  • Identify training and development needs for the team and coordinate those needs with EGM approval
  • Stay current on new technology, competitive products, and industry direction related to PSDS sub-components
  • Travel as required


Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Science, Math, Chemistry or Physics
  • 5+ years of professional engineering experience
  • Experience in wire harnessing
  • Understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of mechanical/electrical mechanisms
  • Demonstrated technical and professional skills in job-related area required
  • High level analytical ability where problems are unusual and complex
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and effectively with others


What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
  • Master's Degree
  • 7+ years of engineering experience in PSDS, sub-components, connectors, specialty cables, wire, or harness packaging
  • Prior experience leading DREs, technical teams, or cross-functional engineering effort
  • Experience with component release, program execution, and launch support in automotive product development
  • Experience driving complexity reduction, standardization, or sourcing strategy for electrical components
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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