http://www.gm-jobs.com/feeds/hybrid-powertrain-engineer-jobs/ Custom RSS Feed for hybrid-powertrain-engineer-jobs Thu, 09 Sep 2010 16:09:12 GMT en-us /sites/gm/images/gm-banner.png http://www.gm-jobs.com/feeds/hybrid-powertrain-engineer-jobs/ 720 The Mechanical Design Validation Engineer is responsible for the definition of mechanical design requirements, design conformance analysis, development and testing of Hybrid component projects where creativity and initiative are involved as well as some independent judgment. This individual will develop a wide range of component design, performance and functional interface requirements with GM Platform, Transmission and Engine engineers and provide technical direction to the Hybrid component Supplier development engineers. This role also requires the individual to:

? Define component and sub-component design requirements for mechanical parts and interfaces such as housings, covers, fasteners, seals, thermal management, heat rejection, bus bars, solder joints, mounting features, labels, etc.for current and future programs.
? Perform detail examination and analysis of the Hybrid component mechanical design with the Supplier engineers.
? Verify the Hybrid component mechanical design is capable of meeting requirements.
? Assist with component packaging issues within the vehicle
? Assist with component electrical connection selection
? Perform complex mechanical design analysis
? Solve engineering related problems
? Plan and implement test and/or development programs
? Communicate information to and from internal and external customer organizations
? Coordinate and consult with other departments, such as vehicle packaging, transmission and engine engineering, thermal management, and manufacturing
? Work with engineering functions, suppliers, plant personnel and others to implement cost reduction, methods and product improvements, and to support build programs
? Stay abreast of new technology and competitive products
? Provide mechanical engineering support for advanced technology development
? Travel as required

Qualifications

Required:

? Working knowledge of mechanical engineering design and analysis
? Ability to rapidly develop Hybrid Component mechanical design requirements
? Able to coordinate supplier development activities to meet GM program requirements
? Ability to determine root cause of component design failures discovered during component validation and develop design solutions in a timely manner.

? High level of oral and written communication skills
? Understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of mechanical/electrical mechanisms
? Familiarity with production processes such as foundry, forging, pressed metal and machine tool activities
? Familiarity with tolerance stacks, fasteners, thermal management and heat rejection.
? High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult
? High level of interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with others
? Knowledge of engineering mechanics, physics, metallurgy and manufacturing methods engineering
? Demonstrated technical and professional skills in job-related area required
? Appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with business partners to meet mutual goals required
? Knowledge of computer software as it pertains to engineering preferred

Preferred:
? Working Knowledge of Analytical tools for Mechanical design
? Experience with Hybrid and Powertrain Development

Education and Training

? BSE, BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Computer Science, Math, Chemistry, Metallurgical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering,Civil Engineering, Physics, Materials Engineering

Primary Location
US-MI-Milford

Posting Date
:Aug 17, 2010 Oct 16, 2010]]> Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:08:00 http://www.gm-jobs.com/job/6-Mechanical-Design-Validation-Engineer-Job/910390/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.gm-jobs.com/job/6-Mechanical-Design-Validation-Engineer-Job/910390/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Power Electronics Development Validation Engineers (DVE's) are responsible for development and specification of power electronic component and subsystem test plans. DVE's are responsible for the execution of the power electronic component and subsystem test plans. DVE's ensure that power electronic powertrain components will meet internal and external customer specifications for product reliability. DVE's must have highly developed system problem solving skills. DVE's will be required to aggressively root cause electric drive system vehicle incidents and work with design engineers to implement solutions in a timely manner.

* Generates technical requirements and plans for current, new and major programs
* Provides technical leadership for advanced technology development
* Performs complex design analysis
* Develops engineering designs (including subsystems)
* Implements/supports engineering changes
* Plans and implements testing for development programs
* Interface and support supplier component and subsystem development and testing
* Develop and critical review of DFMEAs (DRBFM/DRBTR)
* Communicates, coordinates, and consults with engineering departments and customers
* Stays abreast of new technology and competitive products
* Travels as required
* Specifies and balances system requirements
* Releases parts and subsystems for production

Qualifications

Basic Required

* BSE, BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent training
* Working knowledge of Power Electronic Inverter or Power Converter Design
* High level of oral and written communication skills
* Understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of mechanical/electrical mechanisms
* Demonstrated technical and professional skills in job-related area
* Exhibits appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with business partners to meet mutual goals
* Specific knowledge of engineering discipline (e.g. mechanics, physics, metallurgy, manufacturing methods, electronics, software, control systems) within job-related area
* High level analytical ability where problems are unusual and complex
* High level of interpersonal skills to wok independently and effectively with others
* Knowledge of engineering software and systems as it pertains to job-related area
* Four or more years of job related experience

Basic Preferred

* Able to develop technical specification and component test plans for Power Electronic Inverters, Converters, Motors and related components
* Able to coordinate supplier development and testing to meet GM program requirements
* Ability to determine root cause of component design failures discovered during product validation and develop design solutions in a timely manner.
* Experience with Hybrid or Advanced Propulsion and Powertrain Development
* Ability to work with software tools and develop calibrations for component validation testing.
* Development and definition of software tool requirements

Job Location:

3300 General Motors Rd.

Milford, MI 48380

Primary Location
US-MI-Milford

Posting Date
:Sep 8, 2010 Nov 7, 2010]]> Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:09:00 http://www.gm-jobs.com/job/Milford-Hybrid-Electric-Power-Electronic-Dev-Val-Engineer-Job-MI-48381/929755/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.gm-jobs.com/job/Milford-Hybrid-Electric-Power-Electronic-Dev-Val-Engineer-Job-MI-48381/929755/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS The fifth level Associate Technician I is an entry level position. This fifth level technician should have basic knowledge, skills, training, and learning ability that could be used in other Engineering organizations. This entry level technician position is for technicians with little or no experience that have some formal education in a core skill area. They should be able to handle basic project assignments with supervision. This technician will be responsible for:

* Areas of expertise include: Testing and Automotive systems
* Assures conformance with UAW agreement
* Shift to shift communication of daily work activities
* Maintains good housekeeping, and adherence to environmental requirements for area
* Assures the maintenance of tools, equipment and supplies necessary to sustain operating the area
* Aids in the development of tests to meet product requirements
* Provides excellent customer satisfaction for testing
* Support 24/7 operations

Qualifications

Required:

* 0 to 2 years experience
* Knowledge in MS Office (Word, Excel)
* Knowledge of dynamometer instrumentation and electronics
* Good written and oral communication skills necessary to analyze and solve issues
* Ability to work well with others, exhibiting teamwork skills
* Good interpersonal skills involving ability to work effectively cross-functionally and cross-culturally
* Ability to multitask by handling diverse assignments concurrently
* Knowledge of basic math
* Ability to read engineering drawings
* Available to work Multi shift and alternative shift schedules, including weekends

Preferred:

* Knowledge of dynamometer instrumentation and electronics
* Knowledge of automotive hybrid systems and components
* Automotive and transmission experience preferred
* Gas and Diesel engine experience
* Dynamometer experience preferred
* Working knowledge of the ISO, Safety, Environmental, and GMS requirements for area of responsibility
* Knowledge with Lotus Notes

Education:

* Relavent technical training beyond the high school level required
* Associates Degree in Technology preferred

Primary Location
US-MI-Pontiac

Posting Date
:Aug 3, 2010 Oct 2, 2010]]> Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:09:00 http://www.gm-jobs.com/job/Pontiac-5-Powertrain-Lab-Technician-Job-MI-48340/894762/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.gm-jobs.com/job/Pontiac-5-Powertrain-Lab-Technician-Job-MI-48340/894762/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Advanced Propulsion - Program Quality Engineer (PQE)

Roles and Responsibilities

?Provide program quality support for advanced technology programs

?Represent Powertrain at vehicle level quality and launch meetings.

?Review Technical Assistant Center (TAC) cases and engage engineering as required.

?Monitor part restriction and return programs to ensure a steady flow of return parts.

?Run detail warranty files and update master warranty file with TAC, Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC), related warranty, and part return data.

?Assist with Current Product Improvement Teams (CPIT) /Quality Improvement Team (QIT) meeting.

?Assist with supplier warranty reviews.

?Prepare standard quality charts.

?Support product launches at multiple assembly plants and manufacturing facilities in four countries.

?Develop and maintain quality sufficiency plans.

?Maintain IPTV projection files and take action to ensure that issues are corrected prior to the next build phase.

?Monitor quality plans and take appropriate action to ensure timely implementation.

?Participate in Product Development Team (PDT), gates, valves, launches, and program reviews as required.

Qualifications

Required:

?Education- B.S or M.S in Engineering discipline (mechanical, electrical)

?High level of written and verbal communication skills in English

?Demonstrate a high level of proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Powerpoint)

?High level of interpersonal communication skills to work effectively in teams and with business partners

?Exceptional analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult

?Able to identify issues by looking at data

?Able to read and comprehend Controls Plans, PFMEA's notes on process drawings

?Able to read part prints

Preferred:

?Knowledge of hybrid technology

?Project /Product Engineering Experience

?Manufacturing / Manufacturing Engineering Experience

?Automotive, and Powertrain Transmission Related Experience

?Advance problem solving and prevention training preferring (ex. Six Sigma, RED X)

?Knowledge of customer survey expectations (JD Power, New Car Buyer Survey)

?Experience serving in the automotive industry as a customer to suppliers

?Experience interfacing with dealerships and/or the GM Service organization.

?Warranty analysis experience with Automatic and Manual Transmissions

?Previous experience in analyzing and correcting Automatic and Manual Transmission Failures

?Experience supervising and managing others

?Able to speak / read Chinese (Shanghai) or Korean

895 Joslyn Ave, Pontiac MI

Primary Location
US-MI-Pontiac

Posting Date
:Aug 31, 2010 Sep 30, 2010]]> Tue, 24 Aug 2010 00:08:00 http://www.gm-jobs.com/job/Warren-Senior-Quality-Reliability-Engineer-MI-48088/915451/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.gm-jobs.com/job/Warren-Senior-Quality-Reliability-Engineer-MI-48088/915451/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Engineer will be responsible for several dynamometer test cells working in a large laboratory environment. Specific responsibilities will center around resolving test cell issues, improving test cell uptime, ensuring test data quality, and interfacing with engine, transmission, and or hybrid product teams.

* Performs the design analysis
* Assists in developing engineering designs
* Assists in implementing engineering changes
* Initiates documents to provide engineering authority and to maintain math data
* Participates in solution of engineering related product problems (Root Cause)
* Provides technical direction to support personnel
* Works with engineering functions, suppliers, plant personnel and others to implement cost reduction, methods improvement, product improvements, and to support build programs
* Executes product plans with supervisor guidance
* Releases simple parts for production
* Communicates information to and from internal and external customer organizations
* Coordinates and consults with departments outside engineering such as manufacturing
* Stays abreast of new technology and competitive products
* Regular contact with others outside the work group
* Travels as required

Qualifications

Basic Required

* High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult
* Understanding of engineering theory and principles of design
* Good oral and written communications skills
* High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others
* Understanding of design and manufacturing processes
* Ability to work independently and with others
* Knowledge of computer engineering software

Basic Preferred

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Master of Science in Engineering

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Experience working in a dynamometer test lab

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Knowledge of Internal combustion engine theory and operation

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Understanding of Matlab/Simulink, C, and C++, dSPACE

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Familiarity with communication protocols (CAN, TCP/IP, CAN)

Education and Training

* BSE, BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Computer Science, Math, Chemistry, Metallurgical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Physics, Materials Engineering
* DFSS Certification

Primary Location
US-MI-Pontiac

Posting Date
:Aug 6, 2010 Oct 5, 2010]]> Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:09:00 http://www.gm-jobs.com/job/6-Laboratory-Engineer-Job/902090/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.gm-jobs.com/job/6-Laboratory-Engineer-Job/902090/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS The primary role is to use advanced commercial software tools to perform discrete and coupled-physics simulations for designs involving structural mechanics, heat transfer, fluid flow and electro-magnetic interactions. The Multi-Physics CAE engineer shall use analysis to gain insight into potential failure modes/ solutions, and to otherwise optimize designs and/or propose new concepts. The Multi-Physics CAE engineer will utilize finite element modeling and analysis to augment the solution and method. The Multi-Physics CAE engineer is to work with engineers and test personnel to design and execute test programs to validate analyses predictions and/or to develop mechanisms by which to ensure future analyses accurately predict empirical performance. The Multi-Physics CAE engineer may need to develop software/ subroutines to link diverse commercial packages e.g. from ANSYS, COMSOL, SIMPLORER, FLUENT, TOSCA, MAXWELL, Hypermesh, ABAQUS or Unigraphics to facilitate parametric design of complex products and systems. The Multi-Physics CAE engineer will typically support designs for energy storage systems, their components and vehicle hybrids.

Qualifications

Required:

* 5+ years analyzing and designing equipment in structural mechanics, hest transfer, fluid flow, and elctro-magnetic interactions
* Materials selection experience is an advantage
* Solid understanding and working knowledge of fundamental physics, equations and numerical methods underpinning all software used.
* Basic understanding of instrumentation and test methods used to measure physical properties of materials, systems and environments, etc. e.g. strain, deformation, strength, temperature, pressure, flow, viscosity, voltage, current, resistance, magnetic field strength
* Good written and oral communication skills are essential.
* Proficient user of Microsoft Office suite (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
* Ability to analytically determine dynamic coefficients (stiffness, cross-coupling)
* Multiphase CFD analysis experience
* Finite Element Analysis experience using any of the following:
* LS-DYNA
* RADIOSS
* ABAQUS
* NASTRAN
* ANSYS
* COMSOL
* SIMPLORER
* TOSCA
* MAXWELL
* Hypermesh
* Unigraphics

Preferred:

* Strong understanding of Lithium Ion Chemistry related to battery and energy storage systems
* Proficiency in UNIX operating system and C programming language
* ANSYS-Fluent CFD experience
* Working knowledge of thermo-electric technologies and systems design

Education:

* BSME, BSEE or similar is required
* A related-field technical MS or PhD is preferred

Primary Location
US-MI-Warren

Posting Date
:Sep 1, 2010 Oct 31, 2010]]> Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:09:00 http://www.gm-jobs.com/job/Warren-CAE-Engineer-Multiphysics-MI-48088/924158/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.gm-jobs.com/job/Warren-CAE-Engineer-Multiphysics-MI-48088/924158/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Responsible for definition of requirements, execution of design, analysis, development, testing and control of engineering projects where creativity and initiative are involved as well as some independent judgment. Exercises technical direction over other engineers or engineering support personnel and may have work direction responsibilities over a small group with specific engineering objectives. Consults with supervisor as required.

Role is day to day software application support of engine, transmission, and hybrid testing in one of the largest automotive test labs in the world. Would be part of a team responsible for trouble shooting software issues in the lab, testing and rolling out software updates in the lab and coordinating general pc and server support for the lab.

* Generates technical solutions for current, new and major programs
* Provides technical leadership for advanced technology development
* Performs complex design analysis
* Develops engineering designs (including subsystems)
* Implements engineering changes
* Initiates documents to provide engineering authority and to maintain math data
* Defines system requirements
* Solves engineering related problems
* Works with engineering functions, suppliers, plant personnel and others to implement cost reduction, methods and product improvements, and to support build programs
* Plans and implements test and/or development programs
* Releases parts and subsystems for production
* Communicates information to and from internal and external customer organizations
* Coordinates and consults with departments outside engineering, such as manufacturing
* Stays abreast of new technology and competitive products
* Travels as required

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

* Excellent written and verbal communications, team player, consensus builder, problem solver, understand and demonstrate ownership and responsibility.
* Understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of mechanical/electrical mechanisms
* Familiarity with production processes such as foundry, forging, pressed metal and machine tool activities
* High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult
* High level of interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with others
* Specific knowledge of engineering mechanics, physics, metallurgy and manufacturing methods engineering
* Demonstrated technical and professional skills in job-related area required
* Appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with business partners to meet mutual goals required
* Knowledge of computer software as it pertains to engineering preferred

Education and Training

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BSE required. BS in Computer Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Math, Physics, Electrical Engineering or related field preferred.

* DFSS Certification

Preferred Qualifications:

* Work experience in real time data acquisition systems and interfaces to smart instrumentation.
* Familiarity with ASAM standards, dynamometer test systems, Heavy Duty emissions, vehicle systems development and control systems.
* Experience with AVL Puma Open, Concerto, Inca.
* Experience as a technical leader.
* Experience in production lab environment (as opposed to R&D).

Pontiac North HDQ Building C, 895 Joselyn Ave, pontiacMI 48340

Primary Location
US-MI-Pontiac

Posting Date
:Aug 17, 2010 Sep 16, 2010]]> Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:08:00 http://www.gm-jobs.com/job/7-Project-Engineer-Software-Application-Support-Job/910389/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.gm-jobs.com/job/7-Project-Engineer-Software-Application-Support-Job/910389/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Responsible for development of controls architecture and algorithms for electric traction motors and power electronics for hybrid, fuel cell and electric vehicle applications.

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Generates technical solutions for controls of surface and interior mounted permanent magnet machines, induction machines, and other machine technologies

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Generates technical solutions for digital controls of high voltage power electronics

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Work as part of a diverse team of professionals supporting component development and subsystem and vehicle integration

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Performs complex simulation and analysis of electric drive and high voltage power electronics and subsystems

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Plans and performs testing, development and calibration in dynamometer facility

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Supports engineering design development for utilization of advances in digital controls

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Assists in definition of system requirements

* Stays abreast of new technologies and competitive methods and products
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Travels as required (10%), both domestic and international

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Communicates information to and from internal and external customer organizations

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Coordinates and consults with departments outside engineering, such as manufacturing

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Generates technical solutions for current, new and major programs

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Provides technical leadership for advanced technology development

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Develops engineering designs (including subsystems)

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Implements engineering changes

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Specifies and balances system requirements

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Releases parts and subsystems for production

Qualifications

Basic Required

* BS in Electrical Engineering, Controls, Computer Science, or equivalent training
* Experience in C and C++ programming languages
* Experience in use of commercial simulation tools, such as Matlab Simulink and Simplorer
* Understanding of engineering theory and principles of electric machine and high voltage power electronics digital control processes
* Willing to relocate to Southern California
* High level of oral and written communication skills
* High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult
* High level of interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with others

Basic Preferred

* MS or PhD
* 3 years Industry engineering experience in development and testing of electric machines and/or digitally controlled high voltage power electronics
* 1 year experience in automotive electric traction controls, including sensorless controls
* Knowledge of electric machine and high voltage power electronics design fundamentals
* Demonstrated technical and professional skills in job-related area
* Exhibits appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with business partners to meet mutual goals
* Specific knowledge of engineering discipline (e.g. mechanics, physics, metallurgy, manufacturing methods, electronics, software, control systems) within job-related area
* Knowledge of engineering software and systems as it pertains to job-related area
* Four or more years experience in job-related area

Primary Location
US-CA-Torrance

Posting Date
:Aug 27, 2010 Sep 26, 2010]]> Sat, 04 Sep 2010 00:09:00 http://www.gm-jobs.com/job/7-PWT-Fuel-Cell-Senior-Project-Engineer-Electric-Drive-Controls-(JH)-R-Job/726664/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.gm-jobs.com/job/7-PWT-Fuel-Cell-Senior-Project-Engineer-Electric-Drive-Controls-(JH)-R-Job/726664/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Responsible for design, development, testing, and control of major engineering projects involving tools; equipment, plant and manufacturing processes in a centralized manufacturing engineering activity where a considerable amount of creativity and initiative is exercised as well as a high level of independent judgment. May supervise or exercise technical direction over other engineers or engineering support personnel with specific engineering objectives.

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Proposes and evaluates manufacturing processes and equipment

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Directs the design, development and/or improvements of manufacturing processes and equipment

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Interacts on a regular basis with design and product engineering activities to determine manufacturing feasibility of future product design

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Provides technical direction to engineering support personnel and outside vendor design sources

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Diagnosis and correct deficiencies in manufacturing processes

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Stays abreast of new technology, including robotics, computer graphics, and computer controls

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Coordinates engineering projects with plants and/or divisions

Qualifications

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Understanding of engineering theory and principles of design

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Oral and written communication skills

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Demonstrated ability to work independently and with others

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Thorough knowledge of machine tools, sheet metal and fabrication

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High level analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult

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High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others

Education and Training

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College degree with major in Engineering or equivalent training

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Training in college level theoretical and applied mechanics, vibrations, fluid dynamics, physics, metallurgy, electricity thermodynamics, heat transfer and manufacturing techniques

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Training in computer and robotic applications

Primary Location
US-Michigan

Posting Date
:Aug 18, 2010 Sep 17, 2010]]> Fri, 20 Aug 2010 00:08:00 http://www.gm-jobs.com/job/7-Technical-Operations-Specialist-Engineer-Hybrid-Battery-Job/912258/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.gm-jobs.com/job/7-Technical-Operations-Specialist-Engineer-Hybrid-Battery-Job/912258/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS The fifth level Associate Technician II (5A) will be responsible for:

Working within the General Motors (GM) Vehicle Safety Crashworthiness Laboratory (VSCL) Barrier/Roll-over Test Site to ensure 1st time quality and on-time delivery of test data for Barrier crash testing. Support GM Safety and Test Engineers responsible for meeting global safety regulatory requirements and GM internal safety requirements. Responsible for test vehicle installation, instrumentation and test support equipment validation, and post-test removal of test properties, fixtures, and test equipment. The candidate must demonstate a high level of communication and interpersonal skills to effectively operate within the highly technical and regulatory functions of Safety Crash Testing.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

* Responsible for test property installation, fixturing, instrumentation installation and validation and teardown/removal of test site equipment and vehicle for the various Barrier and Roll-over crash tests.
* Responsible for staging, movement, build, teardown, and validation of all Barrier/Roll-over test vehicles.
* Responsible for interpretation and application of Federal Regulatory and GM Internal safety requirements.
* Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical and electronic problems with Barrier/Roll-over test vehicles.
* Interface with GM and vendor customers as required.
* Set Up and Operate Imaging equipment for Vehicle Testing
* Fabricate equipment support/racks
* Diagnose Instrumentation on current/phototype Test Vehicles
* Troubleshoot Vehicle Test Problems as they occur

Qualifications

Basic Required

* Associate Degree in a Technical Field with a minimum of 4 years technician experience.
* Install Electronic Instrumentation Test Devices
* Fabricate equipment support/racks
* Experience in Airbag handling, installation, and troubleshoot.
* Excellent mechanical assembly and disassembly skills.
* Data acquisition and troubleshooting experience.
* Effective communication and time management skills.
* Strong interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work independently or within a team environment.
* Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple assignments.
* Experience in analyzing validation data.
* Ability to repeatedly perform activities involving bending, twisting, lifting and pulling of vehicle components or test equipment weighting up to 35 pounds unassisted. Some overhead assembly/disassembly operations may be required

Preferred

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Preferred Bachelor Degree in Technology or non-technical Bachelor Degree with 5 years minimum technician experience.

* Experience preparing Vehicles for Barrier Crash Testing
* Experience in OSCAR for measuring ATD seat positions
* Coordinate Measurement Machine experience.
* Ability to diagnose Instrumentation on current/prototype test vehicles
* Troubleshoot vehicle test problems as they occur
* Experienced technician in hybrid vehicle platforms(300 volt hybrid vehicles, and extended range electric vehicle)
* Experience with Barrier and Roll-over test procedures
* Diagnose high voltage electrical system faults and perform quality retrofits and repairs on high voltage electrical components and wiring
* Basic machine tool experience
* TIG and MIG welding experience
* Fork truck experience

Primary Location
US-MI-Milford

Posting Date
:Aug 17, 2010 Sep 16, 2010]]> Fri, 20 Aug 2010 00:08:00 http://www.gm-jobs.com/job/Milford-5-Engineering-Shop-Technician-Job-MI-48380/912252/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.gm-jobs.com/job/Milford-5-Engineering-Shop-Technician-Job-MI-48380/912252/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS The fifth level Associate Technician II (5A) will be responsible for:

Working within the G.M. Vehicle Safety and Crashworthiness Full Vehicle Crash Test Operations (FVCTO) to ensure 1st time quality and on-time delivery of test data for Barrier Build test sites. Support GM Safety and Test Engineers responsible for meeting global safety regulatory requirements and GM internal safety requirements. Responsible for pre-build, validation, and post-test tear down of test properties, fixtures, and test equipment. The candidate must demonstrate a high level of communication and interpersonal skills to effectively operate within the highly technical and regulatory functions of Safety Crash Testing.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

* Prepare Vehicles for Barrier Crash Testing
* Install Electronic Instrumentation Test Devices
* Fabricate equipment support/racks
* Diagnose Instrumentation on current/phototype Test Vehicles
* Troubleshoot Vehicle Test Problems as they occur
* Responsible for test property build, fixturing, instrumentation, and teardown for the various FVCTO build sites.
* Responsible for staging, movement, build, teardown, and validation of all FVCTO test vehicles.
* Responsible for interpretation and application of Federal Regulatory and GM Internal safety requirements.
* Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical and electronic problems with FVCTO test vehicles.
* Interface with FVCTO customers as required.

Qualifications

Basic Required

* Associate Degree in a Technical Field with a minimum of 4 years technician experience.
* Prepare Vehicles for Barrier Crash Testing.
* Install Electronic Instrumentation Test Devices.
* Fabricate equipment support/racks.
* Diagnose Instrumentation on current/prototype Test Vehicles
* Troubleshoot Vehicle Test Problems as they occur.
* Experience in Airbag handling, installation, and troubleshoot.
* Excellent mechanical assembly and disassembly skills.
* Data acquisition and troubleshooting experience.
* Effective communication and time management skills.
* Strong interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work independently or within a team environment.
* Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple assignments.
* Experience in analyzing validation data.
* Ability to repeatedly perform activities involving bending, twisting, lifting and pulling of vehicle components or test equipment weighting up to thirty five pounds unassisted. Some overhead assembly/disassembly operations may be required.

Preferred

* Bachelor Degree in Automotive Technology or Non-technical Bachelor Degree with 5 years minimum technician experience.
* Experience working on a live hydrogen fuel cell vehicle
* CMM/Romer/Faro arm vehicle mapping
* MIG & TIG Welding Experience
* Experience in OSCAR for measuring ATD seat positions.
* Coordinate Measurement Machine experience.
* Experienced technician in hybrid vehicle platforms (300 volt hybrid vehicles, and extended range electric vehicle).
* Diagnose high voltage electrical system faults and perform quality retrofits and repairs on high voltage electrical components and wiring.
* Material handling experience including fork truck training.

Primary Location
US-MI-Milford

Posting Date
:Aug 18, 2010 Sep 17, 2010]]> Fri, 20 Aug 2010 00:08:00 http://www.gm-jobs.com/job/Milford-5-Full-Vehicle-Crash-Test-Operations-Lab-Technician-Job-MI-48380/912253/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.gm-jobs.com/job/Milford-5-Full-Vehicle-Crash-Test-Operations-Lab-Technician-Job-MI-48380/912253/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS A senior CFD engineer with responsibilities for conducting battery module and pack system level CFD including battery cell-level thermal analysis. Provide results and technical consultation to battery and thermal management engineers. Deliver design solutions which are robust and reliable utilizing optimization and statistical methods. Develop battery concepts for early vehicle synthesis. Provide requirements for improvements to advanced simulation and validation techniques.

Primary responsibilities

Perform module- and pack-level CFD analysis for early design and verification of battery concepts, designs and thermal management systems.

Conduct cell-level thermal analysis to simulate the transient thermal behavior of a battery cell and to estimate the cell life under a given driving cycle and ambient condition.

Conduct radiation heat transfer analysis of heat transfer between high-temperature surfaces.

Develop and coordinate battery CFD verification and validation activities.

Effectively communicate his/her findings to internal/external customers using appropriate media.

Meet or exceed deadlines for structured product development timelines, quality and cost.

Collaborate with broader engineering team for structured design integration, new proposals, problem solving, and system optimization.

Provide requirements for improvements to advanced simulation activities to include CFD, Thermal, Structural and multi-physics. Participate in benchmarking activities.

Mentor junior CFD engineers and external contractors.

Responsible for specifying requirements, execution and evaluation of designs, analysis, development, testing and control of major engineering projects where creativity and initiative are involved as well as a high level of independent judgment.

Exercises technical direction over other engineers or engineering support personnel and may have work direction responsibilities over a group with specific engineering objectives. Consults with supervisor as required.

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Generates technical solutions for current, new and major programs

* Provides technical leadership for advanced technology development
* Performs complex design analysis
* Develops engineering designs (including subsystems)
* Implements engineering changes
* Specifies and balances system requirements
* Plans and implements test and/or development programs
* Releases parts and subsystems for production
* Communicates, coordinates, and consults with engineering departments and customers
* Stays abreast of new technology and competitive products
* Travels as required

Qualifications

Basic Required:

* Advanced knowledge in Engineering and Computational and Fluid Dynamics, Heat Transfer, Thermodynamics, and Numerical Methods.
* Working knowledge of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles, Electrochemistry, Ni-MH and Li-Ion batteries
* Extensive experience in using FLUENT, ANSYS Workbench, RADTHERM, ANSA, Hypermesh. Star-CCM+. ABAQUS, MATLAB and SimuLink experience is a plus.
* Demonstrated sophistication in programming skills.
* Demonstrated experience in handling multiple tasks smoothly with a high accountability level and minimum supervision.
* Effective communication skills demonstrated by interacting with customers, suppliers and co-workers in a positive and constructive manner.
* Self-motivated, details oriented, and willingness to learn new technology.
* Strong technical competence in conducting advanced CFD methodology development projects with strong problem solving skills.
* Ability to travel internationally and domestically.
* MS in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Thermal Engineering, Ph. D. preferred.
* More than 5 years experience in CFD and thermal management system simulation in automotive industry or electronics packaging industry. Experience in battery pack development for HEV, PHEV and EV is a plus.

Primary Location
United States

Posting Date
:Aug 25, 2010 Sep 24, 2010]]> Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:08:00 http://www.gm-jobs.com/job/7-Senior-CFD-Engineer-Job/747304/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.gm-jobs.com/job/7-Senior-CFD-Engineer-Job/747304/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS The Associate Engineer II will be responsible for working within the G.M. Vehicle Safety and Crashworthiness Airbag Lab to ensure 1st time quality and on-time delivery of test results. Support GM Engineers responsible for meeting MVSS208 regulatory requirements and GM internal airbag requirements. Responsible for build, fabrication, and tear down of test set up to support airbag testing. Responsible for setting up test instrumentation, data collection, and operation of airbag lab test equipment. Must possess a high level of communication and interpersonal skills to effectively operate within the fast paced, highly technical airbag test lab environment.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

* Responsible for test vehicle/buck/subsystem build to support airbag deployment testing (i.e. occupant out-of-position, low risk deployment systems, static airbag deployment, and environmental chamber airbag deployment testing).
* Operate environmental chamber test equipment.
* Operate data acquisition system and software.
* Effectively operate a Coordinate Measurement Machine to assist in test property set up and ATD positioning.
* Move test material to and from the test lab.
* Effectively communicate with test team and test partners.
* Actively participate in various airbag lab meetings (i.e. end-of-day summary meetings, post test airbag design reviews, ad hoc issue resolution meetings, etc...).

Qualifications

Basic Required:

* Associates Degree in a Technical Field with a minimum 4 years Technician Experience.
* Automotive test instrumentation and build experience.
* Automotive instrument panel teardown and build experience.
* Automotive airbag removal and installation experience.
* Effective communication and time management skills.
* Strong interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work independently or within a team environment.
* Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple assignments.
* Basis knowledge, skills, training, and learning ability that could be used in other safety test operations.
* Ability to repeatedly perform activities involving bending, twisting, pulling, and lifting of vehicle components or test equipment up to 35# unassisted. Some overhead assembly/disassembly operations may be required.

Preferred:

* Bachelors Degree in Technology or Non-Technical Bachelors Degree with a minimum 5 years Technician Experience.
* Experience in airbag testing that includes equipment, data, and build experience.
* ASE certifications
* 6 Sigma Quality Control
* Proficient at fork truck operation and safety
* Basic machine tool experience
* MIG and TIG welding experience
* Training in Hybrid Electrical Systems

Primary Location
US-MI-Milford

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:Aug 17, 2010 Sep 16, 2010]]> Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:08:00 http://www.gm-jobs.com/job/Milford-5-Airbag-Lab-Technician-Job-MI-48380/910391/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.gm-jobs.com/job/Milford-5-Airbag-Lab-Technician-Job-MI-48380/910391/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS