General Motors · 1 day ago
Staff Hardware Engineer
Mountain View, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$135K/yr - $208K/yr
10+ years expGeneral Motors is at the forefront of automotive transformation through electrification and advanced technology. They are seeking a Staff Hardware Engineer to lead the mechanical design and development of next generation Electronic Control Units (ECUs) for their Software Defined Vehicle architecture, while collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure successful product launches.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleInformation ServicesManufacturingTransportation
Hiring Manager
Joy K.
Responsibilities
Execute mechanical design of ECUs per program timing, leading to successful launch of the product
Design mechanical components including castings, injection moldings, stampings, seals, electrical interface, PCBA mounts, connector interfaces and fastening
Perform design calculations, GD&T and tolerance stacks
Create 3D-CAD math and lead CAD reviews with stakeholders
Develop analysis and test plan for new designs, perform proof of concept tests and analysis
Create 2D-drawings for housing, sub-assemblies & PCB as per ASME standards
Perform FEA (Structural, Vibration, Mechanical shock, Fatigue), Modal analysis
Lead prototyping and testing, analyze test data, and make necessary adjustments to mechanical designs
Lead DFx activities with suppliers and implement cost optimization strategies into design
Work with electrical engineers and PCBA designers to integrate components into electro-mechanical systems
Build partnerships with functional peers internally within GM and externally at Tier 1 suppliers to align on ECU design per development cycles
Develop virtualization technologies that help accelerate and de-risk product development
Communicate design progress and risks to stakeholders and customers
Drive Mechanical design strategy for the enterprise
Solid organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Qualification
Required
BS in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
10+ years of engineering experience in design and development of active & passively cooled ECU designs
Exceptional collaboration and teamwork skills; demonstrated ability for working across functional and organizational boundaries
Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling (NX and Teamcenter preferred), 2D drawings, tolerance analysis, design for manufacturability, and assembly
Proficiency in CAE skills (ANSYS, ABAQUS & Genesis)
Strong analytical skills and engineering fundamentals in solid mechanics, material science, heat transfer, mechanism design, and manufacturing
Hands-on experience engaging with electronics manufacturers
Preferred
Master's degree/PhD in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering
Mechanical design of PCBAs, computers, or automotive electronics
Strong understanding of thermal solutions and their application
Knowledge of vibrational and structural analysis
Experience with ASME Y14.5-2009 dimensioning & tolerancing standards
Benefits
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
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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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$8.51BKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2025-05-05Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2024-10-31Grant· $8M
2024-07-11Grant· $500M
Leadership Team
Mary Barra
Chair and Chief Executive Officer
Tony Cervone
Senior Vice President, Global Communications
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