Hybrid
Warren, Michigan, United States of America
Full time
JR-202616545
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the in-house mechanical design and CAD development of next-generation display systems for GM's Software Defined Vehicles (SDVs). In this role, you will be responsible for creating innovative mechanical design solutions that integrate advanced electronics, styling requirements, manufacturability, and vehicle packaging constraints.
You will own the mechanical architecture and CAD development for display systems, including styled surfaces, decorative components, display panels, PCBs, connectors, mounting strategies, and B-side integration features such as clips, fasteners, and attachment structures. Success in this role requires strong collaboration across Engineering, Design Studio, Manufacturing, CAE, and supplier teams to deliver world-class display experiences.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex integration challenges, influencing vehicle programs from concept through production, and driving best practices in virtual vehicle integration and display design.
What You'll Do
LeadmechanicaldesignandCADdevelopmentforvehicledisplaysystemsandrelatedelectronicsintegration.
Create andoptimizepackagingconcepts,virtuallayouts,anddesignsolutionsthatmeetsystem,styling,manufacturing,andprogramrequirements.
DevelopandmaintainCADmodels,assemblies,andreleasedatausingGM'sengineeringtoolsanddatamanagementsystems.
DrivedisplayintegrationactivitiesthroughoutmultiplephasesoftheGlobalVehicleDevelopmentProcess(GVDP).
Performpackagingstudies,clearanceanalysis,tolerancereviews,anddesignevaluationstosupportvehicleintegration.
WorkcloselywithCAEteamstoimprovedesignsthroughsimulation,analysis,andvalidationresults.
Facilitatedesignreviewsandproviderecommendationsregardingarchitecture,manufacturability,assembly,andsystemintegration.
Mentorengineersanddesignersondisplaydesignstandards,CADmethodologies,virtualintegrationprocesses,andbestpractices.
Supportcontinuousimprovementthroughlessonslearned,standardsdevelopment,andimplementationofadvancedmodelingtechniques.
Releaseengineeringdataanddocumentationontimewithafocusonqualityandcompliance.
Key Responsibilities
Develop,refine,andmaintaindisplaydesigncriteria,typicalsections,andstandardmodelingmethods.
Ownvirtualintegrationmethodsandbestpracticesfordisplaysystems.
ApplyDesignforManufacturing(DFM)andDesignforAssembly(DFA)principlesthroughoutthedesignprocess.
Createandmaintainmaterial,mass,andcomponentspecifications.
Independentlyintegratesubsystemandcomponentdesignsintocompletevehiclearchitectures.
Generatealternativeconceptsandrecommendsolutionsthatbalanceperformance,cost,quality,andmanufacturability.
Collaborateeffectivelywithglobalengineeringteams,designstudios,suppliers,andcross-functionalpartners.
Staycurrentonemergingdisplaytechnologies,vehicleinteriortrends,andadvancedmanufacturingmethods.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor'sdegreeinMechanicalEngineering,ProductDesign,orarelatedtechnicalfieldwith3+yearsofproductdesignexperience,OR
10+yearsofproductdesignexperienceinlieuofatechnicaldegree.
ExperienceusingGMengineeringtools,including:
NX
Teamcenter
VisMockup
CADreleaseanddatamanagementsystems
Strongunderstandingofproductdevelopmentandmanufacturingprocessesincluding:
Injectionmolding
Stamping
Machining
Extrusion
Knowledgeofvehicledevelopmentprocessesandengineeringreleasesystems.
ExperiencesupportingCAD-baseddesignandvehicleintegrationactivities.
WorkingknowledgeofCAE-supporteddesigndevelopment.
ProficiencywithMicrosoftOfficeSuite.
Abilitytoindependentlysolvecomplexdesignchallengeswhiledrivingalignmentacrosscross-functionalteams.
Preferred Qualifications
Automotiveinteriorelectronicsordisplaysystemdesignexperience.
Experiencepackagingandintegrating:
PCBs
Electronicdisplays
Connectors
Electricalhardware
Knowledgeof:
Stampedmetaldesign
Castmetaldesign
A-sideandB-sideplasticdesign
Paint,plating,andcosmeticsurfacerequirements
Strongunderstandingofquality,manufacturability,andassemblyrequirementsforautomotiveelectronics.
Excellentcommunication,collaboration,andleadershipskills.
Why This Role
You'll have the opportunity to shape the future of the in-vehicle experience by designing display systems that define how customers interact with GM's next generation of Software Defined Vehicles. Working alongside world-class engineering and design teams, you'll play a key role in bringing innovative display technologies from concept to production.
LI-JK3
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}.
The selected candidate will be required to travel
This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
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