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General Motors · 3 hours ago

Advanced Program Lead - Vehicle Dynamics

Milford, MI

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

General Motors is redefining mobility through innovative vehicle design and technology. They are seeking an Advanced Program Lead Engineer to oversee vehicle dynamics performance on advanced vehicle development projects, ensuring high-quality recommendations and effective collaboration with various teams.

AutomotiveElectric VehicleInformation ServicesManufacturingTransportation

No H1B

Responsibilities

Translate internal and external feedback into clear vehicle dynamics performance targets and guide selection of the single dynamics target vehicle

Develop designs that meet dynamics requirements while balancing CO₂, mass, and cost goals. Collaborate effectively with NVH, energy, chassis systems, analysis, architecture, design studio, and program leadership

Partner with Advanced Architecture Lead Engineer to develop design and performance strategies for Vehicle Dynamics

Ensure integration needs are captured in component and subsystem SORs; participate in supplier technical reviews

Track dynamics performance against requirements and resolve gaps related to technical specs, Consumer Reports, warranty, customer satisfaction, and media metrics

Communicate results to leadership and integration teams; escalate issues for timely resolution

Lead assigned program teams, ensuring clear communication, engagement, and on-time, high-quality deliverables, including peer reviews and issue resolution

Oversee tire sizing and performance balance to meet vehicle-level dynamics targets

Participate in program meetings, vehicle evaluations, and events to ensure dynamics goals are met

Advocate for complexity reduction to improve execution efficiency and quality

Collaborate on chassis tuning charts and test plans to support dynamics development

Build effective global teams with appropriate regional input on global programs

Develop light weight analytical tools for the larger vehicle dynamics team

Collaborate in the development of metrics and methods useful for early vehicle development needs

Proactively resolve complex issues and drive timely decisions

Communicate strategies clearly and foster collaboration

Qualification

Vehicle DynamicsChassis DesignModeling ToolsSuspension SystemsDesign for Six SigmaTire MechanicsAnalytical ToolsCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

5+ years of experience in chassis subsystem design, development, analysis, or testing—focused on suspensions, steering, tires, brakes, and powertrain mounting for vehicle dynamics

Subjective evaluation skills to assess dynamics and chassis controls, aide in target setting, and monitor performance

Experience with CarSim, Simpack, Adams or related modeling tools

Skilled in designing suspension, steering, tire/wheel, structural, and control systems to meet vehicle-level performance goals and translate them into SORs

Familiar with Consumer Reports performance metrics, prediction tools, and their role in vehicle development

High level of understanding of tire mechanics, vehicle dynamics, and testing practices to achieve balanced performance

Proficient in early-stage design tools and systems: Microsoft Office, TeamCenter, Timing, Quality, Consumer Reports, Warranty, and Market Research

Experienced in applying Design for Six Sigma to develop optimized, robust designs

Strong communicator with a proven ability to deliver clear, persuasive presentations and technical recommendations to leadership

This position requires the ability to legally operate a motor vehicle on a regular basis and successfully complete a Motor Vehicle Report review and subjectively evaluate performance of test vehicles

Willingness to spend time at the Warren Technical Center while based out of the Milford Proving Grounds, as appropriate

Preferred

Master of Science degree in Engineering

8+ years of design, development, analysis or test experience of chassis subsystems, suspensions, steering systems, tires, brakes or powertrain mounting as applied to the development of vehicle level dynamic performance

Execution of several program cycles in vehicle ride and handling hardware development

High level of proficiency in ride and handling simulation and computer based analysis processes