Description Vacancy Status:

This posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization and is open to new applications.

AI Disclosure: As part of the application process, Artificial Intelligence will be used in the hiring process for this role Work Arrangement: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the office three days per week, at minimum

The Team:

The Low Voltage Infrastructure (LVI) Organization within the Embedded Platform Systems & Infrastructure (EPSI) organization is focused on the development of systems and controls centered around on-vehicle low voltage power generation, energy storage, power management, distribution, and consumption control. There is no better time to join this newly formed team as we evolve to the next generation of low voltage power architectures and consumption control strategies for the General Motors portfolio of vehicles.

The Role:

Low Voltage Infrastructure (LVI) organization is looking for experienced and motivated candidates for a On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) Specialist position in the Low Voltage Quality, Prognostics & Diagnostics group. The selected candidate will be responsible for the development of requirements, software algorithm design and development, verification, certification documentation and monitoring field performance including emissions warranty for in-vehicle low voltage power distribution devices.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)
Support the growth of controls and diagnostic capability to keep General Motors at the forefront of technology in the electrification area by:

• Provide leadership to multi-disciplinary engineering teams to understand functional requirements and implement appropriate controls and diagnostic solutions
  • Lead the development of controls and diagnostics software subsystem level requirements that ensure compliance with safety requirements and with government regulations including emissions regulations (CARB 1968.2 OBDII Regulations) and GM-internal policies and best practices
  • Create and maintain functional and non-functional requirements in the Sub-System Technical Specification (SSTS) and Behavioral Test Specifications (BTS), using Behavioral Driven Development (BDD) methodologies
  • Support the scrum team members in the decomposition and understanding of the solution or software subsystem requirements as needed
  • Adhere to all safety precautions and requirements, treating safety as the top priority during all work activities
  • Develop and submit controls & diagnostic requirements in support of sourcing activities for outsourced components
  • Interface with other GM internal teams on diagnostic interfaces
• Electrical Architecture, Safety, Service, Validation, Vehicle Integration Teams, etc.
  • Collaborate in key architecture work groups to represent Low Voltage Power Distribution interests in architecture decisions to ensure regulatory compliant diagnostic impacts are understood and addressed.
  • Lead the development of controls-oriented models by selecting the appropriate method to control and/or diagnose a given feature while considering system characteristics and constraints with input from cross functional teams
  • Embrace BDD/TDD software development methodologies to ensure Software Built in Quality, promoting early bug detection, and facilitating collaboration between developers, testers, and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Optimize controls & diagnostic design through modeling, simulation, data collection, and analysis
  • Utilize CI/CD pipelines for efficient development, testing, and deployment of software solutions, with an understanding of DevOps principles.
  • Collaborate with other controls, software and diagnostic engineers to review software implementation, ensuring compliance with requirements
  • Familiarize and work efficiently with Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) and Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) principles, leveraging them to create optimized and modular software solutions.
  • Help Define vehicle program calibration strategies and DTC typing guidance for OBDII diagnostics coordinated with safety and service requirements.
  • Working with test architect to ensure subsystem level test requirements and the verification of the controls and diagnostic design
  • Lead the utilization of automated test tools in build environments, benches, and vehicles to verify functionality at the Function, Controller and System level
  • Support resolution of vehicle, plant, or customer issues related to controls, diagnostics, and calibration
  • Analyze test results and participate in data-driven system development and issue resolution initiatives
  • Coordinate the execution of the Diagnostic Operation Evaluation (DOE) testing of Low Voltage Power Distribution Solution for verification of compliance to OBD II Regulations.
  • Proactively identify warranty and performance improvement opportunities
  • Single point contact to the Program Teams for Low Voltage Power Distribution Diagnostics development, production and warranty issues.
  • Work in concert with GM's Total Compliance Engineer to manage submission of Low Voltage Power Distribution diagnostic plans and certification documentation to meet regulatory requirements for all regions of sale
  • Model and foster desired core values and behaviors. Able to demonstrate technical leader competencies including Dealing with Ambiguity, Timely Decision Making, and Intellectual Horsepower
  • Perform other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification.
  • Occasional Travel as required.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering of Electrical, Computer or Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or equivalent
• 3+ years of automotive industry experience.
• Skilled with Simulink, MATLAB, DOORs, GIT and Jira environment(s); plant modeling, analysis and change management tools
• Strong understanding of controls and diagnostics as it relates to OBD II requirements
• Demonstrated expertise in Diagnostics and Controls.
• Experience in Embedded C, C++ programming languages and development
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and achieve substantial influence without administrative authority
• Demonstrated teamwork and consensus building skills
• Demonstrated high level of oral and written communication skills
• High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult
• Ability to identify and remove roadblocks
• Ability to set and balance priorities efficiently
• High level of integrity, ability to deal with ambiguity, take initiative/self-directed and drive change independently and effectively with others
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects and assignments with autonomy and accountability for results
• Outstanding interpersonal and relationship management skills to effectively collaborate with varying levels of the organization as needed to learn from and share knowledge with co-workers in a fast-paced environment
• Consistent demonstration of innovative thinking that is customer-centric
• Creates and maintains an environment that enables all participants to contribute to full potential
• Knowledge of computer software pertaining to Software and Controls engineering (dSPACE, Vehicle Spy, RTC, CST Toolkit applications: 325Form and Cert Doc)
• Knowledge of Engineering Standard Work in controls and diagnostic calibration.
• Knowledge of GVDP Program Timing and Calibration Milestone Deliverables
• Ability to travel as required for offsite testing

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Skills)

• MS in Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical, Computer or MS in Computer Science
• Experience with Controls Algorithm and Software development, implementation, calibration and testing of real-time embedded controls systems
• Demonstrated Experience in Low voltage controls & diagnostic requirements and algorithm development.
• Experience with Change Management systems such as RTC and IBM Change Synergy
• Experience in leading / supporting DFMEA/AFMEA reviews
• Demonstrated Knowledge and experience developing diagnostics to meet CARB OBDII 1968.2 regulatory compliance
• Familiar with Distributed OBD architecture
• Experience with CAN, LIN protocol and use of serial communication tools (ex CANoe / Vspy)
• Experience with dSPACE/Control Desk or similar HIL tools MIL, SIL, HIL Testing
• Understanding of GM Vehicle Development Process
• DFSS Black Belt certification, highly preferred
• SAFe certification

Compensation:

The salary range for this role is $81,300 to $122,000. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

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.

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