Hybrid: This position does not require an employee to be on a full-time basis

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

The individual is responsible to assure the full validation of Body Closures, Vision and Accessories (BVA) systems for several applications, which includes the following key deliverable and activities:

·         Report ADV (Analysis, Development, Validation) status on various Engineering Meetings

·         Support organization to have Validation Template (VCRI) updated with Best Practices, Lessons Learned, Test Optimization and field performance feedback

·         Lead commodity validation work at suppliers and internal / external customers

·         Lead virtualization of supplier tests described in the VCRI

·         Be a reference to suppliers about GM test procedures and requirements

·         Participate in DRBTR/DRBVR/DFMEA/DFSS work groups (Design and failure modes reviews)

·         Analyze test data and resolve anomalies; assess reliability

·         Stretch communication with GM Validation Specialists for global alignment

·         Be an active member of the multi-function core Product Development Team (PDT)

·         Pursue Hardware reduction opportunities and act proactively towards GM’s Virtualization Strategy implementation

·         Ensure all Certification/Regulation Compliance testing is completed before key program milestones

·         Ensure all Customer Requirements are met for every BVA system validated. 

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

·         Graduated in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical preferred)

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·         Fluence in English

·         “Be Inclusive” behavior: comfortable working on a diverse group

·         Ability to analyze complex data and to make sound recommendations

·         Ability to influence without authority

·         Ability to build relationships and collaborate cross functionally

·         Ability to simplify and communicate complex technical topics in forums

·         Comfortable with ambiguity – able to reconcile apparently contradictory requirements

·         Innovative mindset and curiosity to pursue optimized methods

·         Organizational skills - able to manage numerous projects across multiple programs

What Can Give You A Competitive Edge (Preference Qualifications)

·         Experience with vehicle and bench validation at component or subsystem level

·         DFSS and Root Cause / Red-X experience

·         Understanding of design of experiments, accelerated life testing, Statistics (reliability and methods)

·         Familiarity with computational tools and models (CAD and CAE software).

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.

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.

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.