Design Release Engineer (DRE) - Customer Controls

The Design Release Engineer (DRE) for Customer Controls responsible for leading design release for current and future switch assemblies. The engineer in this role will represent the engineering organization to internal program teams as well as external suppliers.

In this role you will develop engineering solutions to release a final design for production. In the role you will be responsible for a group of customer controls components engineering them for use by multiple vehicle programs, and also work with supplier resident engineers to resolve issues and release of parts. As the Design Release Engineer (DRE), you'll interact with various departments, supporting Manufacturing and Service Engineers, Product Engineering, Product Launch teams, as well as working with Quality engineers to investigate warranty related issues, and preparation of the owner's manual. Additionally, you would present design alternatives to management for decision. The role requires a proactive individual who will ensure project timing and part availability.

The role will include:

• Develop and design package concept.
• Initiate and conduct Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA).
• Prepare and track Engineering Change Work Orders for release documentation and changes.
• Develop design alternatives and present them to management for decision.
• Develop and track validation test plans
• Manage change requests and Issue tracking.
• Coordinate design of component with vehicle changes.
• Initiate, analyze and revise design if test/ manufacturing/ field problems occur and implement problem resolution.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• Strong interpersonal skills: ability to work within GM, suppliers, and with program teams
• Ability to prioritize and balance multiple activities
• Hands-on vehicle working experience
• Ability to self-motivate / self-direct
• Problem-solving proficiency
• Knowledge and experience with design release system and process, manufacturing process, and vehicle validation process.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

• Design for Six Sigma training and experience
• This position requires legally operating a motor vehicle on a daily basis

At GM, you'll be at the forefront of shaping the future of connected, electric, and autonomous vehicles. You'll work on cutting-edge antenna systems alongside some of the brightest minds in automotive and RF technology - with the resources to make an impact at scale. We offer competitive compensation, growth opportunities, and a culture that values innovation, inclusion, and forward thinking. This is a unique opportunity to lead, innovate, and help millions of customers around the world stay connected on the move.

Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.

Benefits: GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.

At General Motors, our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process, we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen, but to be felt. We're turning today's impossible into tomorrow's standard -from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design, intelligent software, and next-generation safety and entertainment features. Every day, our products move millions of people as we aim to make driving safer, smarter, and more connected, shaping the future of transportation on a global scale, General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities., We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team., General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.