General Motors

Senior Software Integration Engineer

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

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent
  • 5+ years of experience in real-time embedded software systems
  • Proven project lead or project management experience
  • Hands-on experience developing real-time controls software using C/C++, Java, or Assembly, and scripting languages like Perl or Python
  • Understanding of operating systems for embedded systems (Unix, Linux, RTOS) and instrumentation tools
  • Familiarity with configuration management systems like Git and build tools like Jenkins
  • Demonstrated analytical skills for solving complex problems

Responsibilities

  • Lead development of software content and timing for releases on active controllers
  • Document and communicate software delivery plans to internal and external stakeholders
  • Oversee project-specific software verification and validation plans
  • Provide direction and priorities for software builds, testing, and validation
  • Ensure completion of Engineering Controls Process tasks as per program timing
  • Drive issue resolution and escalate challenges as necessary
  • Manage controller resource allocation for software releases

Benefits

  • Hybrid work arrangement with in-office expectations three times per week
  • Potential relocation benefits available
  • Opportunity for mentorship and team development in a technical role
  • Engagement with cutting-edge Hybrid Electric Vehicle technology
  • Participation in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment
Full Job Description

Job Description

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Milford, Michigan three times per week, at minimum.

The Role:

We are looking for a Software Integration Engineer (aka SWIM) to join our Vehicle Motion Embedded Control (VMEC) organization! The SWIM is a technical project leadership position where you will be responsible to plan, lead and execute software build content and timing for assigned software swimlane(s) for Hybrid Electric Vehicle propulsion controllers.

In addition, you would chair the Software Execution Team Meeting (SWET) with key partners to ensure all requirements and work are met on-time with "world's best" quality. Lastly, you will exercise technical direction over engineering support personnel both internally (GM) and externally (supplier) assigned to a given swimlane(s).  

What You'll Do:

  • These responsibilities for the SWIM role are focused on new or very active controllers with a diverse scope of applications (EV/HEV/PHEV)

  • Lead the development of software content and timing for assigned releases on new or very active controllers

  • Document the information in the software delivery plan and communicate those plans to internal and external organizations

  • Lead project specific software verification and validation plans and document the information in software Analysis, Development and Validation (SW ADV) plan.  Acquire approval of each plan from appropriate leadership

  • Provide direction and set priorities for software builds, testing, and validation

  • Ensure the Controls Process of Engineering (C-PoE) tasks are completed per program timing

  • Drive resolution of issues and obstacles and escalate as required

  • Actively manage controller resources (e.g., memory and CPU utilization) at each software release; escalate and engage SMEs for resolution as required

  • Foster & document best practices to ensure high quality work and reduce development lead time

  • Train, develop, mentor, and evaluate technical capability of team members

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):

  • Bachelor's degree in one of the following: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent

  • 5+ years of experience in real-time embedded software system

  • Demonstrated technical project lead or project management experience

  • Direct hands-on experience in developing real-time controls software with programming (e.g., C/C++/JAVA/Assembly) and scripting languages (e.g., Perl/Python)

  • Understanding of operating systems (e.g., Unix, Linux, RTOS for embedded system) and instrumentation (e.g., INCA, in circuit emulators, dSpace)

  • Familiarity with configuration management systems (e.g., GiT) and build tools (e.g., Jenkins, Jira, eflow)

  • Demonstrated drive for results and teamwork in project execution

  • Demonstrated analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

  • Master's degree in one of the following: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent.

  • 8+ years of experience in real-time embedded software system

  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines

  • Certification in Agile specific roles

  • Familiarity with configuration management system and build tools

  • Production experience with automotive control systems specifically in propulsion

  • Knowledge of vehicle electrical architectures and communication networks

  • 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}. This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

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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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