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General Motors · 21 hours ago

Technical Specialist - Driveline Systems

Warren, MI

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

General Motors is seeking a highly motivated Technical Specialist – Driveline Systems to join the Driveline Technical Leadership team. This role serves as a recognized technical authority responsible for the design, development, integration, and validation of advanced driveline systems, working cross-functionally to deliver robust solutions across vehicle programs.

AutomotiveElectric VehicleInformation ServicesManufacturingTransportation

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Serve as a recognized technical leader and primary resource for driveline systems and integration

Lead system-level design, development, and integration of driveline hardware, software, and controls

Act as the single point of contact for driveline systems within VMEC and vehicle systems integration teams

Provide expert consultation to engineering teams across propulsion, vehicle performance, and controls

Own the total Driveline System DFMEA and coordinate subsystem DFMEAs

Serve as in-house expert for subsystem DFMEAs and system FMEA activities

Provide technical leadership for VMEC DFMEAs related to driveline controls, software, and electronics

Develop, maintain, and deploy standard work, best practices, and interface control documents (ICDs)

Lead driveline system and vehicle-level test strategy and procedure development

Manage Driveline GMWs, VCRIs, and system validation requirements

Support vehicle performance buy-offs and execution of driveline system performance in vehicle

Develop and maintain calibration guides, duty cycles, and torsional load agreements

Lead development and integration of driveline controls and mechatronic systems

Support software and controller specification development

Own or co-own ATWs, EPICs, and torsional load control features

Lead driveline contributions to SDV and virtual development initiatives

Own the Driveline Systems and Controls Technology Roadmap

Lead new technology development in driveline mechatronics and controls

Own Driveline ADO and TAP activities supporting VMEC

Lead training, mentoring, and technical capability development within Driveline Systems

Qualification

Driveline EngineeringActive Controls SystemsMechatronicsSystem IntegrationEngineering Design ToolsPerformance Analysis SoftwareTorque Control StrategiesAnalytical SkillsLearning AgilityDFMEA KnowledgeCalibration GuidesTrainingGM Engineering ProcessesMATLABVehicle Data AcquisitionDFSS CertificationCommunication SkillsLeadershipProblem SolvingMentoring

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

8+ years of experience in Driveline Engineering or related vehicle systems

Strong background in active controls systems and highly integrated vehicle architectures

Demonstrated expertise in driveline systems, mechatronics, and controls

Proven ability to lead complex technical work through influence

Strong analytical skills applied to complex, multi-disciplinary problems

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Experience with engineering design tools, simulation, and performance analysis software

Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new systems analysis and modeling tools

Knowledge of torque delivery, distribution, and control strategies

Experience in the design, validation, and manufacturing of driveline systems

Preferred

Experience with design, development, analysis, or testing of driveline or related chassis subsystems (e.g., suspension, steering, brakes, tires, powertrain mounting)

Strong knowledge of GM engineering processes and internal systems

Working knowledge of FIT

Experience with MATLAB and vehicle data acquisition tools (e.g., Vector tools, Vehicle Spy, ETAS/INCA)

DFSS Black Belt certification or higher