Job Description

Work Arrangement

Hybrid: This position does not require an employee to be onsite full-time to perform most effectively. The employee’s role enables them to work at the Markham office of General Motors, with the expectation that the employee will be onsite 3 days a week on average.

Introduction

The successful candidate will be on the forefront of realistic automotive simulation environments which allows for faster development cycles for our active safety vehicles. The candidate will be able to integrate HIL simulation models with real ECUs based on closed loop simulation requirements. In addition, the candidate should be familiar with integration and troubleshooting tools related to CAN and Ethernet. There will be a heavy emphasis on being able to keep up to speed on new and evolving technology 

Your responsibilities include: 

Utilize engineering tools and processes to successfully develop components and system programs. 

Effectively achieve program milestones by thorough and rigorous program management. 

You will coach and lead suppliers to timely execution of program work with perfection.

Key Responsibilities

Integration and validation of dynamic simulation models for HIL real-time closed loop simulation

Design, develop and integrate serial data communication models (CAN, LIN and Ethernet) based on simulation architecture

Troubleshoot HIL bench issues

Ability to automate simple repetitive tasks on the bench using Python or any other programming language

Improving robustness and useability of the HIL benches

Writing internal documentation for new HIL benches and existing simulation tools and assets

Work closely with bench users, HIL model development engineers & ECU SW development engineers to understand requirements and to make sure the HIL bench meets the requirements with high quality

Plan, communicate and co-ordinate HIL model rollout to support application and features as requested by bench users

Ensure deliverables are complete as per milestones with excellence

Identify and implement areas of efficiency of process and the product when scaling up

Additional Job Description

Qualifications

Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics or related field.

2 years of experience with Simulink

Familiarity with simulation tools like Carsim, Carmaker, dSPACE ASM or VIRES is an asset.

Working experience with HIL bench integration and HIL Simulation platforms like ControlDesk

Experience with automotive embedded controls software integration and testing

Familiarity with troubleshooting/monitoring tools like CANoe, INCA or Lauterbach

Knowledge of programming languages like Python, C/C++ or other scripting languages

Experience working with Scrum/Agile software development process and tools

Results driven individual with high levels of initiative, urgency and pro-activity

Able to work in a team as well as independently

Must possess excellent communication skills

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

Benefits Overview:

 

The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:

Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave;

Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits;

Life insurance plans to cover you and your family;

Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement;

GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family and friends.

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us 

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

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. 

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities. Should you be contacted by General Motors of Canada, please advise if you require accommodation. General Motors of Canada values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.