Senior Design Release Engineer - Vehicle Sensing Hardware

General Motors

Michigan

Job Description
Our Mission:
At General Motors, our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process, we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen, but to be felt. We’re turning today’s impossible into tomorrow’s standard —from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design, intelligent software, and next-generation safety and entertainment features.
Every day, our products move millions of people as we aim to make driving safer, smarter, and more connected, shaping the future of transportation on a global scale
The Role:
We are looking for a highly motivated individual contributor who has knowledge of vehicle sensing hardware and a desire to work as a Senior Design Release Engineer (DRE). Broad technical knowledge combined with creative and independent thinking are needed to be successful in this role. This DRE will develop requirements and methods for using sensing technologies in new ways to solve challenges with Occupant and Pedestrian Protection systems, Chassis Dynamic Position Sensing, Thermal Vision, and/or Environmental Sensing. This DRE will implement new sensing strategies using acceleration, position and environmental sensors, radar, and camera technologies. This DRE performs complex assignments requiring a wider application of principles, theories, and concepts
What you'll do:
Oversee design and validation for sensing system hardware, calibrations, and application software.
Run Product Development Team (PDT) meetings to coordinate the development and integration of the sensing system hardware components into the vehicle.
Support DFMEA development and updates.
Create and maintain Interface Control Document (ICD) strategy and ICD templates.
Author Engineering Work Orders to release the components for prototype and production vehicles.
Prepare timing plans that ensure all program requirements and MRD dates are met.
Troubleshoot component and vehicle level issues utilizing the Problem Resolution Tracking System (PRTS-Jira)
Generate and maintain Component Technical Speciﬁcations (CTS) for sensing component hardware.
Close the Loop on learnings by updating required information (Best Practices, GM Speciﬁcations, Statement of Requirements, Template, etc.).
Work cross-functionally within GM, coordinating multiple suppliers.
Lead/manage supplier resident engineers.
Support sourcing activities, including creation of Statement of Requirements (SOR), Request for Information (RFI) and Statement of Development Work (SODW).
Generate technical solutions for new vehicle programs.
Perform complex design analysis.
Initiate documents to provide engineering authority and to maintain math/CAD data.
Work with engineering functions, suppliers, plant personnel and others to implement cost reduction, methods, and product improvements, and to support build programs.
What you'll do:
Oversee design and validation for sensing system hardware, calibrations, and application software.
Run Product Development Team (PDT) meetings to coordinate the development and integration of the sensing system hardware components into the vehicle.
Support DFMEA development and updates.
Create and maintain Interface Control Document (ICD) strategy and ICD templates.
Author Engineering Work Orders to release the components for prototype and production vehicles.
Prepare timing plans that ensure all program requirements and MRD dates are met.
Troubleshoot component and vehicle level issues utilizing the Problem Resolution Tracking System (PRTS-Jira)
Generate and maintain Component Technical Speciﬁcations (CTS) for sensing component hardware.
Close the Loop on learnings by updating required information (Best Practices, GM Speciﬁcations, Statement of Requirements, Template, etc.).
Work cross-functionally within GM, coordinating multiple suppliers.
Lead/manage supplier resident engineers.
Support sourcing activities, including creation of Statement of Requirements (SOR), Request for Information (RFI) and Statement of Development Work (SODW).
Generate technical solutions for new vehicle programs.
Perform complex design analysis.
Initiate documents to provide engineering authority and to maintain math/CAD data.
Work with engineering functions, suppliers, plant personnel and others to implement cost reduction, methods, and product improvements, and to support build programs.
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications) ,
Master’s degree in Engineering
Experience with Component Statement of Requirements (SOR) and Component Technical Specification (CTS) development
Experience with automotive PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) quality processes
Experience with “DRE Essentials” methods and tools
Experience in balancing and mitigating risks with projects, suppliers, quality, and production
DFMEA training
DFSS Black Belt Certification, Red X, and/or OpEx experience.
Design/Development of Safety Critical Systems/Components
Prior experience negotiating contracts
Prior experience working with build-to-print suppliers
Prior experience working with Corporate Common Components (CCC)
SPONSORSHIP: 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., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, H4 EAD, J-1, etc.)
This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
Why Join Us
At GM, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping the future of connected, electric, and autonomous vehicles . You’ll work on cutting-edge antenna systems alongside some of the brightest minds in automotive and RF technology — with the resources to make an impact at scale. We offer competitive compensation, growth opportunities, and a culture that values innovation, inclusion, and forward thinking . This is a unique opportunity to lead, innovate, and help millions of customers around the world stay connected on the move .
Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.
Benefits : GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.
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.
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 believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Benefits Overview
From day one, we're looking out for your well-being–at work and at home–so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources .
Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.
All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire .
Accommodations
General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us or call us at 1-800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Posted 2026-08-03

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