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This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to [specific location where employee is expected to report] three times per week, at minimum [or other frequency dictated by the business].
The Role:
We are seeking a Design Release Engineer - RESS Hardware to join Performance & Racing Propulsion Team for execution of various eCrate projects in support of growing business needs as we transition from BEV2 to BEV3 architecture. The candidate will lead various Design, Development, Vehicle Integration, Testing, and Release activities for High Voltage Battery and associated components on several electric propulsion system development projects under the eCrate portfolio. Applications expand from industrial, commercial, non-highway and on-highway, to performance after market vehicles. The ideal candidate will be open-minded, willing to think outside of the box working on non-conventional applications within a lean team, self-sufficient, enjoy working through broad range of challenging issues and have a passion for after-market performance vehicles.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities):
Develop and maintain project plans with timing and changes for all assigned programs
Hardware Subject Matter Expert. Supports all integration issues.
Lead completion of on-going activities for BEV2 eCrate RESS low-volume production launch
Lead Design and Development of next generation eCrate Rechargeable Energy Storage Systems (RESS), Power Management and Distribution Subsystems, including hardware, electrical schematic, mechanization diagrams, layout, and testing
Prepare Component Technical Specifications (CTS) and support preparation of System Technical Specifications (STS) as applicable to after-market businesses, both automotive and non-automotive
Work with eCrate team to gather learnings from BEV2 eCrate system and provide fresh insight as the team develops next generation electrical systems architecture based on BEV3 and beyond
Cross-functional interface with various electrification groups within GM to gather knowledge and support on various topics focused on BEV3 architecture
Work closely with the design and pre-production build teams at Pontiac Performance & Racing Propulsion Center for development of new electrical hardware
Prepare cost summary and submit material requests to assure builds have appropriate content
Interface with other development labs, including but not limited to Warren Battery Systems Lab for validation support
Identify hardware and instrumentation required to execute development plan
Coordinate with Chevrolet Performance garage at Milford Proving Grounds for vehicle build and testing to ensure propulsion systems meet vehicle level targets
Refer GM global Bill of Design (BOD) and Bill of Material (BOM) documents and integrate with Bill of Process (BOP) and use them as deemed appropriate for after-market product development
Prepare and maintain Master Parts List (MPL)
Prepare and execute Statement of Requirement (SOR) as applicable to after-market businesses with low volumes
Compile all vital requirement documents for the component purchasing process and provide technical expertise during purchasing process
Production Release components as required to meet electrification and vehicle timing.
Facilitate and provide technical direction to the component Product Development Team (PDT) meetings.
Facilitate component Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) review meetings
Develop Analysis, Development, and Validation (A/D/V) plan and lead the execution of various activities under the plan, complete test reports and archive data after test
Integrate use of analysis where possible in development, thus reducing hardware dependencies
Communicate status and technical assessments to team members through meetings and reports
Provide regular update presentations to Electrification Propulsion Teams and Performance & Racing Management
Keep abreast of new technology and competitive products
Travel as the need arises
Flexible schedule as testing may occur off shift, etc.
Willingness to take additional responsibilities as needed including motorsports electrification activities
Adhere to all Safety Precautions and Requirements and treat safety as the top priority during all work activities
Additional Description
Your Skills & Abilities
Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline
5+ years of experience in electrification systems
2+ years of experience in Design Release Engineering
Good understanding of automotive electrical architectures
2+ years of High Voltage Battery hardware Design & Development
Ability to read, interpret, and generate engineering drawings and specifications.
Familiarity with CAD or Vis Mockup
Experience with coordination and leading projects
Technical writing ability to create written engineering evaluation reports
Emerging partnership and teamwork skills and ability to learn from and share knowledge with co-workers in a fast-paced environment
Ability to prioritize work and resources and lead indirectly
What Can Give You A Competitive Edge
Experience in fast dynamic working environment
Understanding of Chevrolet Performance After-Market business
High Voltage level 1/2 certification
Basic knowledge of CAN communications as used in Battery Management and Controls Systems
DFSS Black Belt Certified
High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult
Project management skills: planning and prioritizing work to deliver required objectives on time with quality
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