General Motors

Senior Lead Wiring Engineer - PSDS

General Motors • $110K — $130K *
Warren, MI 48089In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Math, Chemistry, or Physics
  • 7+ years of professional engineering experience
  • 5+ years of experience in Power Signal or Wire harness packaging
  • Understanding of mechanical/electrical mechanisms' theory and principles
  • Strong analytical skills for solving complex problems
  • Effective interpersonal skills for teamwork and independent work
  • Knowledge of relevant engineering software and systems

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement power and signal distribution systems for vehicle programs
  • Manage design rework and integration of ICDe
  • Generate and manage prototype documentation and stick drawings
  • Lead and coordinate efforts within global engineering teams
  • Support physical and virtual pre-production build events
  • Conduct Product Development Team meetings to ensure deliverables
  • Oversee supplier efforts and ensure program consistency

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellbeing programs
  • Retirement savings plan options
  • Tuition assistance programs
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • GM vehicle discounts
  • Life insurance and accident benefits
  • Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Role:

The Power and Signal Distribution Systems (PSDS) Lead Engineer is a key position responsible for designing and implementing the entire power and signal distribution system for vehicle programs. In this role the employee will oversee design rework, ICDe integration, and release of key prototype deliverables-including prototype rework documentation and 2D stick drawings-to enable higher software fidelity and support high-quality physical builds. This opportunity will require the employee to interface with colleagues around the world, as well as, to lead a team of engineers. The position entails working closely with vehicle program teams, other Product Development engineering groups such as interiors and body/white, chassis, validation, program team, purchasing, marketing, and manufacturing.

What You'll Do:
  • Provides program specific requirements for sourcing process
  • Provides technical background in PSDS supplier technical reviews
  • Creates initial harness parts list and complexity studies
  • Maintains consistency of effort for the program - knows the PSDS Statement of Requirements, program, timing, issues, plan etc. and manages details when changes are required
  • Manages efforts of the supplier within the engineering factory
  • Identifies and schedules training needs accordingly with EGM approval
  • Participates in interface tradeoffs and resolves integration issues
  • Manages the cost, quality, mass, etc. for the power and signal distribution system including content and program changes
  • Supports Pre-Production build events including both physical and virtual builds
  • Ensures that the design, development, and electrical release of the Wiring System are integrated within the vehicle architecture with quality
  • Conducts Product Development Team meetings to ensure deliverables and timing are met
  • Leads benchmarking analysis to support innovation, tradeoff or cost /benefit analysis
  • Leads Peer and Wire Harness Assessment reviews
  • Provides assembly plant launch and remediation support
  • Generates technical solutions for current, new and major programs with engineers
  • Provides technical leadership for advanced technology development
  • Performs complex design analysis
  • Develops engineering designs (including subsystems)
  • Implements engineering changes
  • Specifies and balances system requirements
  • Plans and implements test and/or development programs
  • Releases parts and subsystems for production
  • Communicates, coordinates, and consults with engineering departments and customers
  • Stays abreast of new technology and competitive products
  • Travels as required
  • Interface between TS and DRE on design direction
  • Directs and facilitates assigned team members to appropriate experts (TS, program electrical architect, program lead wiring engineer, etc.)
  • Provides complexity reduction ideas as a direct interface with marketing
  • Leads discussion with program teams on design and execution, i.e. Vapir, VCIT


Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):
  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Science, Math, Chemistry or Physics
  • Minimum of 7 years of professional engineering experience
  • Minimum of 5 years of engineering experience in Power Signal or Wire harness packaging
  • 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
  • Knowledge of engineering software and systems as it pertains to job-related area
  • This position requires the ability to legally operate a motor vehicle on a regular basis and successfully complete a Motor Vehicle Report review.


What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
  • Masters Degree
  • 5+ years of engineering experience in Power Signal or Wire harness packaging
  • Experience Leading a Release Execution Team
  • Program Management Skills

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SPONSORSHIP: 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, H4 EAD, J-1, etc.)

This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.

Benefits: GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.

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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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