General Motors

Senior Advanced Structures Engineer

General Motors$110K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering
  • 5+ years of experience in engine and battery structures development
  • Proven ability to lead complex technical projects
  • Prior experience collaborating with suppliers
  • Strong problem-solving skills for ambiguous challenges
  • Experience supporting vehicle programs during production launch
  • Familiarity with structural CAE tools

Responsibilities

  • Establish fundamental learnings and develop designs for new concepts using advanced technology work (ATW)
  • Lead development of engine and battery structural concepts in the ATW phase
  • Analyze design solutions and trade-offs for next-gen propulsion structures
  • Act as project technical lead for designing manufacturable advanced propulsion structures
  • Identify scope for assessing and developing engine and battery structures for each new program
  • Collaborate with virtual design teams for early structural performance assessments
  • Support implementation teams as designs transition into production
  • Benchmark automotive technologies to innovate for future vehicles

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment with flexible location requirements
  • Encouragement for travel to enhance collaboration and project success
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and innovative projects
  • Opportunity for mentorship and professional development
  • Engagement with cross-functional teams and industry innovations
Full Job Description
Job Description

In this role you'll be leading advanced technical work focused on engine, transmission and battery structures in Advanced Structural Engineering team. We're seeking an engineer with a deep understanding of cylinder head, head gasket, block, transmission housing and structures and/or battery & body structures fundamentals. This person will engage with counterparts from combustion, thermal, Lubrication, cell, electrical as well as interface to architects and systems engineers for rest of the propulsion, body structures and safety teams.

Responsibilities:
  • For new concepts and ideas, establish fundamental learnings and develop designs through advanced technology work (ATW).
  • Lead the initial creation and development of cylinder head, head gasket, engine block/transmission housing/Battery structural concepts through the Advanced Technical Work (ATW) Phase.
  • Understand design solutions and trade-offs with regards to the next generation of engine, transmission, and/or Battery structural requirements
  • Be the project technical lead for advanced propulsion structures, developing new manufacturable designs to achieve required vehicle structural performance
  • For each new program, identify the scope of engine, transmission and/or battery structures designs and technologies to be assessed and developed from Advanced Technology Work (ATW) to the Balanced Architecture (BA) phase.
  • Partner with the Virtual Design, Development, and Validation (VDDV) analysis organization on tools for early assessment of structure performance of engine, transmission and/or battery designs
  • At the project end gate, support the assigned implementation teams as designs are sourced and launched into production.
  • Continuously benchmark automotive and other industries to identify and implement innovative technologies for Future Vehicles.
  • Work with industry and start-up companies to innovate battery module technology to meet roadmap expectations

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace engineering
  • 5+ years of experience in engine head, head gasket, engine block, transmission housing and/or Battery & Body structures development
  • Ability to lead complex technical projects with cross-functional teams.
  • Experience working with suppliers.
  • Ability to take ambiguous problems and define a tangible approach to identify optimal solutions.
  • Experience supporting vehicle programs during the launch phase to SORP.
  • Experience managing multiple projects concurrently.
  • Familiarity with structural CAE tools.
  • Showcase a wide range of creativity and latitude on challenging assignments.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.


Desired Skills:
  • Master's or Doctorate degree in Mechanical, Aerospace engineering.
  • Strong history of providing mentorship and guidance to develop teammates.
  • Experience working with R&D and advanced engineering body structure teams.
  • Technical depth and breadth of understanding for various forming and joining processes.
  • Proficient in developing analytical models to inform design decisions.
  • Experience with Unigraphics NX or other CAD Software.
  • Experience with tools for linear analysis (NASTRAN, OPTISTRUCT), non-linear analysis (LS-DYNA), or other CAE structural modeling tools.
  • Testing and validation experience for batteries or structural components.
  • DFSS Black Belt Certification.
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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