General Motors · 4 hours ago
Design Release Engineer - Air Inlet Panel
Warren, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expGeneral Motors is redefining mobility by creating vehicles and experiences designed to be felt. They are seeking a highly skilled Senior Design Release Engineer to lead the design, integration, and execution of Air Inlet Panels and Underhood Sight Shields across Battery Electric Vehicles and Internal Combustion Engine platforms.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleInformation ServicesManufacturingTransportation
Hiring Manager
Joy K.
Responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end design, development, and release of Air Inlet Panels and Underhood Sight Shields, ensuring alignment with overall vehicle architecture for both BEV and ICE programs
Engineer solutions that:
Manage water flow into the plenum zone and protect critical underhood components from water and debris
Ensure proper airflow delivery to the HVAC system
Support vehicle build variation strategies
Enhance underhood appearance, perceived quality, and craftsmanship
Drive cross-component integration by partnering with DREs for Fenders, Windshields, Wiper Systems, Hoods, HVAC/Occupant Comfort, Electrical Systems, Plenum Metal, and Body Side Outers
Collaborate with Performance Engineering teams (Vulnerable Road User protection, Passenger Comfort, HVAC Airflow, Water Management, Vehicle Sealing, NVH, etc.) to ensure designs meet critical requirements
Work directly with Design Studio teams to ensure parts support aesthetic intent and overall vehicle theme
Partner with Purchasing in sourcing activities and collaborate with Supplier Quality to ensure dimensional, quality, and performance targets are met
Collaborate with manufacturing plants and PPO teams to address fit issues, part shortages, build concerns, and assembly-related challenges
Manage component validation testing, including timing and delivery of validation materials such as ADVP&R, RCL, VTC, VDC, and other required documentation
Coordinate with global engineering teams, supporting alignment with international requirements and local market needs when applicable
Write and manage Work Orders, and respond to PRTS/Test Incident Reports to support ongoing development and launch readiness
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, or related field required)
5+ years of experience in Design Release Engineering or related product development roles
Proven success working cross-functionally within complex automotive development environments
Experience with supplier sourcing, validation testing, and quality assurance processes
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and program-management skills
Company
General Motors
General Motors is an automotive company that designs, produces, markets, and distributes vehicles and vehicle parts.
10001+ employees
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Mary Barra
Chair and Chief Executive Officer
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