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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Design Release Engineer - **Company:** General Motors - **Location:** Warren, MI, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Teamcenter (Software) - **Published:** September 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.themuse.com/jobs/generalmotors/senior-design-release-engineer-transmission-drive-unit-cases ## About the Role * BS in Mechanical, Aerospace, Materials Engineering, or related engineering field. * 5+ years of experience in automotive component release, quality, or manufacturing (powertrain experience preferred). * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. * Experience with engineering change management and supplier quality processes. * Ability to influence cross-functional teams and suppliers to drive improvements in quality, timing, and cost. * Excellent communication skills for concise technical reporting and stakeholder engagement. * Willingness to travel (domestic & international) for supplier and plant support as needed. Preferred Qualifications * Direct experience with transmission and drive unit cases. * Experience with casting and machining processes. * Experience with stamping/coating processes. * Knowledge of PPAP, APQP, and automotive quality standards and requirements. * Familiarity with DFMEA and structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., Red X, DFSS, fishbone). * Experience with Teamcenter or similar PLM tools for part release, BOM management, and drawing control. * Strong understanding of GD&T and tolerance analysis for cast, machined, and stamped components. * Familiarity with CAE methods and tools. ## Description In this role you will be responsible for production design release, component sourcing and launch of transmission and drive unit cases . In addition, key responsibilities will include root cause analysis and containment of warranty issues, managing engineering changes, and driving improvements in manufacturing quality., * Generate and execute technical solutions for transmission and drive unit cases for GM propulsion programs. * Provide technical leadership for advanced component or technology development. * Perform complex design analysis and evaluate engineering designs. * Work cross-functionally to implement cost reduction, methods and product improvements, and to support prototype and production build activities. * Balance business imperatives, including but not limited to cost, mass, complexity, and timing. * Manage engineering changes and ensure timely release, PPAP, and implementation at plants and suppliers. * Collaborate with casting, machining, and gasket suppliers to improve manufacturing quality and reduce defects. * Conduct supplier process audits and capability studies; drive corrective actions for non-conformances. * Support validation of running changes on dyno and vehicle and ensure compliance with GM specifications and standards. * Lead root cause analysis for field and warranty issues; develop and implement containment and corrective actions. * Communicate status, risks, and issue-resolution plans to leadership, manufacturing, quality, and cross-functional program teams. * Stay abreast of relevant new technology and competitive products., This role is categorized as hybrid. 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