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Job Description
The Mechanical Design Engineer-Integrated Power Electronics is responsible for definition of requirements, evaluation of module mechanical analysis for design robustness through virtual and physical assessments for component integration in each vehicle application. Provides technical direction to other engineering specialists and support personnel to enable detailed integration within the drive unit and vehicle.
Responsibilities:
* Lead mechanical design teams to define Integrated Power Electronics (IPE) component requirements and designs that are aligned with Bill of Design/Bill of Material/Bill of Process.
* Collaborate with compartment integration teams, application engineer and design system engineers to negotiate integration and interface issues.
* Proactively develop solutions for supplier subcomponents that address packaging concerns and offer alternative designs.
* Lead work groups to formalize interface documentation and achieve agreement.
* Conduct technical design reviews and initiate applicable drawing reviews.
* Responsible for engagement with Advanced teams on IPE design and parts lists development.
* Develop and execute project timing plans through the initiation of study Engineering Change Requests.
* Demonstrate designs meet requirements by analysis, development, and validation.
* Work as part of a team with varied strengths supporting component development including mechanical design, thermal, structural and materials analysis.
* Support PDTs to bring Problem Resolution and Tracking System issues to resolution.
* Contribute to the continued development of the BOD/BOM/BOP.
Additional Job Description
Requirements:
* Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
* 2+ years of related engineering experience.
* Experience with either mechanical or electrical engineering and/or testing.
* Understanding of engineering theory and principles of design.
* Knowledge of drawing GD&T and dimensional stack-up.
* Strong project management skills.
* High level of interest and a strong understanding of system level design / integration.
* Travel as required (10%) (domestic & international).
Desired Skills:
* Masters degree in Engineering or MBA.
* Experience with Teamcenter and/or NX.
* Knowledge of power electronics operation, design, testing and development.
* Understanding of power electronics manufacturing.
* DFSS Certification.
Benefits Overview
The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;
Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.
Diversity Information
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. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statements
The policy of General Motors is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Additionally, General Motors is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at Careers.Accommodations@GM.com . In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
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We envision a future of zero crashes, zero emissions and zero congestion, and we have committed ourselves to leading the way toward this future.
General Motors has been pushing the limits of transportation and technology for over 100 years. Today, we are in the midst of a transportation revolution. And we have the ambition, the talent and the technology to realize the safer, better and more sustainable world we want.
As an open, inclusive company, we’re also creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed and valued for who they are. One team, where all ideas are considered and heard, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential, with a culture based in respect, integrity, accountability and equality.
Our team brings wide-ranging perspectives and experiences to solving the complex transportation challenges of today and tomorrow.
Headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, GM is:
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At General Motors, innovation is our north star. As the first automotive company to mass-produce an affordable electric car, and the first to develop an electric starter and air bags, GM has always pushed the limits of engineering.
GM is the only company with a fully integrated solution to produce self-driving vehicles at scale.
We are committed to an all-electric future.
2.6 billion EV miles have been driven by drivers of five GM electrified models, including the Chevrolet Bolt EV.
Our future depends on responsible stewardship of the earth, and we continually seek creative and innovative solutions for the environment. Our policies and technologies promote a cleaner planet from supply chain to manufacturing to the vehicles we put on the road.
Across 14 recent new-vehicle launches, we’ve trimmed an average of 357 pounds per vehicle, saving 35 million gallons of gasoline and avoiding 312,000 metric tons of CO2 emissions per year.
Today, our vehicle manufacturing process has the lowest environmental footprint in our history, thanks to steady progress toward achieving our 2020 operational commitments to reduce energy, carbon, water and waste intensity.
We are General Motors. We transformed how the world moved through the last century. And we’re determined to do it again as we redefine mobility to serve our customers and shareholders and solve societal challenges.