Engineering Group Manager - VMEC Body Controls, Sub-System

Description

The Role:

Join a team that builds the brains behind the machine! The Vehicle Mechatronics Embedded Controls (VMEC) team in GM’s Software and Services organization is at the core of vehicle control—developing the software and calibrations that orchestrate everything from internal combustion engines and hybrid drive units to high-voltage batteries, chassis, thermal systems, and beyond. Our mission is to continuously invent and refine how the world's best mechatronic systems are controlled.

We are seeking an Engineering Group Manager to lead a team focused on the Vision & Visibility Body Controls domain. In this role, you will lead a talented group of developers and engineers to define requirements and ensure cohesive & consistent behavior design across the domain. You and your team will work cross-functionally across product, program and systems partners to ensure seamless integration and delivery of high-quality, production-ready software in support of both our current portfolio and our all-electric future.

What You’ll do:

Technical leadership and vision in the Body Controls domain, driving engineering excellence and adherence to best practices

Set a high bar for the standard of excellence as it relates to Behavior Technical Specifications (BTS), FMEAs and requirements definition; guide your team to meet & exceed the bar

Lead requirements definition, design & implementation, testing and problem resolution

Develop and execute forward-looking strategies aligned with customer needs and GM’s transformation into a tech-driven mobility company

Demonstrate strategic insight into emerging technologies, helping shape long-term vision and innovation

Leverage Agile methodologies to accelerate innovation, enhance team velocity, and deliver high-quality software on time at scale

Build and nurture a high-performing team focused on capability growth, technical development, and talent retention

Foster a collaborative culture that encourages innovation, ownership, and continuous improvement

Manage internal/external stakeholder and/or supplier relationships, including technical oversight, performance tracking, and alignment with program milestones and quality standards

Engage in code reviews, critically evaluate existing approaches, and provide architectural guidance as needed

Model and champion GM's values and behaviors in everything you do

Note: This position is a hybrid role, with an expectation of being onsite approximately 3 days per week.

Who You Are

A technical leader with a strong background in embedded software and Body Controls systems

Skilled at navigating ambiguity and change in a fast-paced business & software development environment

Passionate about mentoring and growing engineers while pushing the technical boundaries of what's possible

Forward-thinking and excited about the role technology plays in redefining the future of mobility

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical field

Minimum of 10 years of engineering experience related to embedded control systems, calibrations, and toolchains (eg: DOORS, C programming, Matlab/Simulink, Lauterbach/debugging tools, CAN/LIN/ethernet network protocols, Jira, Git ecosystem)

Demonstrated technical background in Body Controls domains (eg: vehicle access, lighting, HVAC/cabin comfort, occupant position & protection, etc)

Demonstrated leadership of engineering teams developing or testing embedded control systems in an Agile environment

Strong ability to drive results through collaboration, manage multiple projects with varying priorities, and measure work using data and key performance indicators

Experience managing suppliers, including technical reviews, milestone tracking, and issue resolution

Strong cross-functional leadership and communication skills; able to align multiple teams toward a common goal

Proven track record of successful project execution and delivery

Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity and drive timely, informed decision-making

Valid driver’s license with ability to operate test vehicles

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Skills)

Master’s degree in Engineering and/or an MBA

Familiarity with ASIL safety systems and regulatory standards

Experience leading the development and implementation of industry standards in embedded systems

Background in safety and regulatory compliance for embedded systems

Experience managing globally distributed teams

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. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}.

This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

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