General Motors

Vehicle Systems Engineer, ADAS and Chassis

General Motors$95K — $115K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Software Systems, Computer Science, or related field or equivalent experience
  • Experience with vehicle electrical architecture and data communications/networks
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration
  • Analytical mindset to assess risks and develop mitigation
  • Proficient in project management tools
  • Ability to think critically in high-pressure situations
  • Requires ability to operate a motor vehicle and complete a Motor Vehicle Report review

Responsibilities

  • Own and prepare service requirements for programming and DTC assignments
  • Verify testing of programming and Diagnostic Software requirements
  • Identify and escalate serviceability issues as necessary
  • Partner with product development for AI-enabled diagnostic troubleshooting
  • Lead the implementation of service programming and setup
  • Develop and test diagnostic scan tool routines
  • Support preproduction and saleable products with service readiness

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model requiring in-office presence at least 3 times a week
  • Focus on innovation in diagnostic service applications
  • Opportunity for cross-functional collaboration with various teams
  • Involvement in defining next-gen diagnostic tools and processes
  • Role in enhancing the overall serviceability of GM products globally
Full Job Description

Job Description


The Role
We are seeking a high energy, customer focused individual to join our team as a Vehicle Systems Engineer - Service Subsystem Engineer (SSE) in the ADAS and Chassis space. The SSE is the single point owner for programming and diagnostic needs for given system/feature. Their focus is to develop, validate, and implement common serviceability specifications, and then build both programming and diagnostic data content. The position will include crafting, validating, and releasing various vehicle
electrical subsystem diagnostic data & programming content used in the Techline Connect and vehicle applications.


This position is highly innovative and cross-functional in nature, requiring collaboration with multiple business units, Joint Ventures and business partners. This role also plays a key contribution role in defining the next generation of GM Diagnostic Service applications, tools, and related development processes. Work is performed in a centralized engineering activity where the highest level of creativity and initiative is exercised as well as the highest level of independent judgment. This role will facilitate
the flawless release of content necessary for technicians to program, diagnose, maintain, and repair GM products globally.


What You'll Do
Subsystem and/or Control Module Requirements

  • Single point owner of the preparation of service requirements for programming, Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) assignments, serial data control functions, and parametric data.
  • Verify and/or test the programming and Diagnostic Software service requirements aligned with the product development schedule.
  • Identify, address or escalate serviceability issues as appropriate (e.g. Executive Summary, 5-Phase, Problem Resolution Tracking System, Jira, WCAR, etc.).


Diagnostic Software Data & Service Programming System

  • Partner with Product Development to streamline Diagnostic Observability and support closed-loop diagnostic troubleshooting with Artificial Intelligence (AI) capabilities.
  • Lead the service programming, setup, and learn implementation (e.g. "type 4"s).
  • Develop and test diagnostic scan tool and vehicle application software routines.
  • Complete development and test work to product development schedules, beginning during development (e.g. Bench, CVF, Pre-Production Vehicle) and culminating through Ship to commerce STC.
  • Continuously monitor and resolve issues, opportunities throughout the product lifecycle.
  • Partner with Product Development on diagnostic specifications and programming serviceability needs.


Cross Functional Aftersales Team Collaboration

  • Provide Service Information Developers (SID) and Vehicle System Engineers (VSE) with subsystem and/or module level diagnostic & programming requirements on time with quality.
  • Lead collaboration with Service Information Developers (SID), Vehicle System Engineers (VSE) and Product Development for serviceability comprehension and execution.
  • Support manufacturing preproduction and saleable products with diagnostic scan tool and service programming readiness for specific area of responsibility.
  • Provide GM Technical Assistance Center (TAC) and Techline Connect Customer Service Center.
  • (TCSC) with module/features systems technology support and drive to >95% Service Programming First Time Quality (SFTQ).


Special Tools

  • Act as Voice of Service to advocate for implementations that do not require special tools, targets, or fixtures to service.
  • Where unavoidable, support development and validation of service special tools and procedures.


Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

  • Bachelor’s degree; Electrical, Software Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Experience working with vehicle electrical architecture standards and vehicle serial data communications/networks.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to assess risks and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Problem solving skills and the ability to think critically in high-pressure situations.
  • Proficiency in project management tools and software.
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality results.
  • 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)

  • Strong familiarity with GM VIP/SDV2 electrical architectures.
  • Direct experience with ADAS systems.
  • Diagnostic strategy and ODX development experience.
  • Aftersales Operations and Process knowledge/experience.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Familiarity with GM’s Service Programming System (SPS), and Global Diagnostics Tool (GDS 2) and their upstream authoring systems.

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

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}. This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate. This position requires the ability to legally operate a motor vehicle on a regular basis and successfully complete a Motor Vehicle Report review.

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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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Net Income
$6.4 billion
Founded
1908
5 Year Trend
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