The Role:
General Motors is at the forefront of the transformation of automotive with the electrification of our portfolio and the development of leading-edge central compute and autonomous capabilities. Our ECU Mechanical & Thermal Design team is a dynamic, high-energy, and innovative group focused on developing mechanical and thermal design of next generation ECUs (Electronic Control Units). The team is responsible for developing Mechanical and Thermal design of new next gen ECU designs, with math, CAD and analysis. The team also reviews and approves production ECU design changes.
We are seeking a high-performing Staff Mechanical Design Engineer interested in leading the in-house development of GM electronics design. You will be responsible for the mechanical design, development, and review of Electrical Controllers, for our next generation SDV (Software Defined Vehicle) architecture. You will be depended upon to build strong partnerships with internal and external customers.
What You’ll do:
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Execute mechanical design of ECUs per program timing, leading to successful launch of the product
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Design mechanical components including castings, injection moldings, stampings, seals, electrical interface, PCBA mounts, connector interface and fastening
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Perform design calculations, GD&T and tolerance stacks
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Create 2D-CAD, 3D-CAD and lead CAD reviews with stakeholders.
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Perform FEA (Structural, Vibration, Mechanical shock, Fatigue), Modal analysis.
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Develop analysis and test plan for new design, perform proof of concept tests and analysis
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Lead prototyping and testing, analyze test data, and make necessary adjustments to mechanical designs.
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Work with electrical engineers and PCBA designers to integrate components into electro-mechanical systems.
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Build partnerships with functional peers internally within GM and externally at Tier 1 suppliers to align on ECU design per development cycles.
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Develop virtualization technologies that help accelerate and de-risk product development
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Communicate design progress and risks to stakeholders and customers.
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Drive Mechanical design strategy for the enterprise.
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Solid organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
