Controls Integration Engineer

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Job Description

The Role

The Controls Systems Engineer is an Individual contributor with recognized expertise responsible for tasks and work you're doing throughout the entire vehicle development lifecycle including requirements definition, systems design and implementation, testing, and problem resolution.

Responsibilities

• Execute Vehicle Software Configuration Management (VeSCoM) Processes

• Create test plans based off of Controls Development Plan

• Perform Controls Development Plan (CDP) testing

• Document CDP testing results

• Root cause software issues found during CDP testing

• Create VeSCoM documentation (Master 3PD, release notes, ID files, hardware dependencies, new features, known issues/anomalies, etc.) for each VeSCoM software release and upload to SharePoint

• Support Vehicle Controls Integration Team (VCIT) and program Controls Manager

• Report software and calibration anomalies to VCIT during development for overall functionality

• Support vehicle software updates if users need support flashing software

• Identify preliminary root cause and system impacts for sw/cal issues from vehicle development (buy off rides, test trips, general fleet usage, durability, VeSCoM Checkout, etc.)

• Expedite root cause by monitoring multiple modules simultaneously to pin-point responsible module.

• Participate in vehicle build events and buy off rides as required

• Ensure safe test-ready vehicles by identifying VeSCoM level is valid.

• Travels as needed

Additional Job Description

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Math or Physics

• 2+ years of technical knowledge and ability in relevant engineering disciplines (e.g. Software, Calibration, Control Theory)

• Strong understanding of major automotive systems and subsystems

• Experience with and/or knowledge of relevant technologies (e.g. EPS, Adv. Suspension Controls, Cybersecurity, FlexRay, AUTOSAR, Electrification Controls)

• Experience or knowledge of relevant tools (e.g.: Matlab, Simulink, Vector, Intrepid)

• Understanding of vehicle instrumentation and data acquisition systems

• Demonstrate high level of analytical ability, communication and interpersonal skills required to build relationships with team members and customers to solve problems and resolve issues

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and assignments with medium level of autonomy and high accountability for results

• Demonstrated ability in project management skills

Desired Skills

• 5+ years of technical knowledge and ability in relevant engineering disciplines (e.g. Software, Calibration, Control Theory)

• Strong understanding of major automotive systems and subsystems

• Software Controls/wiring experience

• In-depth knowledge of requirements engineering process (FMEA, Preliminary Hazard Analyses)

• In-depth knowledge of system reliability, safety, monitoring, and diagnostic technologies and processes

• In-depth knowledge of embedded software development, testing and associated tools

• Experience with VIP Architecture (i.e. ISO 14229, Cybersecurity, Ethernet)

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.