General Motors

Senior Subsystem Lead Engineer

General Motors$100K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical, Systems, Software or related fields)
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in Safety Critical System Engineering
  • Experience with Requirements Engineering in automotive, aerospace, or related industries
  • Knowledge of Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) and MBSE principles
  • Ability to read/understand source code (C/C++)

Responsibilities

  • Lead complex sub-system analysis to define functional and non-functional requirements
  • Create and maintain Behavioral Test Specifications (BTS) documents
  • Collaborate with architects and senior engineers to implement testable specifications
  • Conduct root cause analysis for sub-system issues and develop revised requirements
  • Create detailed SysML diagrams to support solution function development

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model with a requirement to be on-site at least three times a week
  • Opportunity to mentor junior employees
  • Close collaboration with cross-functional teams
  • Involvement in the development lifecycle of innovative technologies
Full Job Description

Job Description

The Role:

The Sub-System Lead Engineer (SSLE) in Emerging New Markets (ENM) is an IC responsible for leading the development, definition, and documentation of requirements for applicable sub-systems (or Solutions) in diverse domains such as Interface between autonomous driver and vehicle motion platform and Battery Management Systems in Non-Automotive Applications. A growth mindset and a high level of comfort with ambiguity are essential for this role.

The role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams, ensuring technical specifications are well-defined, behaviors are clearly documented, and compliance with requirements is maintained throughout the development lifecycle. As a technical domain expert and single point of contact, SSLE provides guidance on system design, troubleshooting, and optimization and owns the development and delivery of solutions, driving cross team and group efforts.

 

What You'll Do

 

·       Lead complex sub-system analysis to define functional and non- functional requirements while applying Behavioral Driven Development (BDD) principles.

·       Create and maintain Behavioral Test Specifications (BTS) documents for applicable subsystems.

·       Collaborate with Functional System Architects and Senior Systems Engineers on requirement structure and intent and implement into testable specifications.

·       Collaborate with System Engineers to decompose high-level requirements into lower-level requirements.

·       Lead development meetings and discussions with key stakeholders to develop behavioral requirements.

·       Create and maintain documentation in requirements management tools (e.g., DNG, Markdown, etc.)

·       Develop detailed SysML diagrams such as use case diagrams and activity diagrams to support solution function development in Rhapsody.

·       Lead the root cause analysis for all applicable sub-system related issues and translate solutions into new or revised requirements.

·       Lead the sub-system level FMEAs and collaborate on System and Component FMEAs and manage FMEA processes across applicable sub-systems.

·       Collaborate with V&V engineers and software engineers to review requirements and software implementation to ensure compliance.

·       Create/execute features/stories in Jira to manage requirements development activities.

·       Take part as a key stakeholder in regular ART meetings including Iteration Planning, Iteration Reviews, Daily Standups as needed and Program Increment ceremonies.

·       Works independently; receives minimal guidance. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.

·       Serve as a mentor to more junior level employees, providing coaching and guidance on difficult issues.

 

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

 

·       Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical, Systems, Software or related fields)

·       Minimum of 5 years of experience in Safety Critical System Engineering.

·       Strong analytical problem-solving skills, including independent judgment and decision-making skills, where problems are very unusual and extremely difficult.

·       Experience with Requirements Engineering in automotive, aerospace, or related industries.

·       Knowledge of Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) and MBSE principles.

·       Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills required to build relationships with team members and customers across Canada and US to solve problems and resolve issues.

·       Physics-based understanding of the Voice-of-Customer

·       Ability to effectively communicate issues, status and recommendations to leadership.

·       Ability to read/understand source code (C/C++).

·       Ability to prioritize work with only limited direction from manager.

·       Ability to travel infrequently (<5%) to Markham ON CA and Mountain View California.

 

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

 

·       Master’s or PhD in Engineering.

·       7+ years of experience in the field of expertise.

·       Experience or knowledge of Vehicle Motion Control or Battery Management or similarly complex safety critical systems (ISO 26262)

·       Experience with requirements management tools (e.g., Doors, DNG, Markdown, etc.)

·       Experience with change management tools (e.g., Jira, GIT, etc.)

·       Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering and associated SysML Tools (e.g., Rhapsody)

·        Experience with Agile development process.

·       Knowledge of automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet) and Diagnostics

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

About General Motors

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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1908
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