Global Calibration Technical Specialist – Steering & Suspension

Job Description

Hybrid: This position does not require an employee to be on-site full-time to perform most effectively. The employees role enables them to be onsite approximately 3 days per week

The Role:

Global Calibration Technical Specialist Steering & Suspension

We are seekingan exceptional candidate for the position of Global Calibration Technical Specialist within GMs Chassis Controls organization at Milford Proving Grounds.

The Global Cal Technical Specialist will be responsible for leading teams of Calibration Engineers in the Steering and Suspension product areas to produce high-quality on-time deliverables using common methods processes and procedures. The selected candidate will be involved in the development of future performance features calibration strategies and controls design.

The ideal candidate should possess comprehensive experience in Vehicle Dynamics Chassis Controls calibration subjective and objective evaluation & validation of controls systems along with demonstrated leadership planning communication teamwork and prioritization skills

What Youll do:

• Champion the safety of our employees and customers
• Technical Leader for GMs in-house Steering & Suspension calibration team
• Lead Steering & Suspension calibration strategic direction and support associated algorithm development for the feature area
• Develop common approaches and institutionalize them in Calibration Standard Work (Calibration Procedures Deliverables Master Calibration Cal Tools etc.)
• Improve the efficiency and quality of Standard Work by systematically driving present vehicle-based tasks into virtual SiL HiL and CoSim work packages
• Mentor Calibration Engineers providing technical training and establish good communication and knowledge-sharing
• Support the resolution of development issues with urgency
• Serve as a Technical Leader in multiple forums
• Support and approve software change requests related to GMs in-house Steering & Suspension SW products
• Define major calibration variants on each program
• Develop GVBR vehicle usage requests for future program needs
• Develop Feature Rollout Plans
• Support technical calibration peer reviews and leadership reviews
• Support Calibration Engineers to ensure high-quality on-time deliveries and flawless launches
• Support resolution of vehicle plant service and customer issues
• Provide input to VTS STS SSTS and CTS specifications as applicable
• Ensure compliance with government regulations and GM policies
• Document and integrate Lessons Learned from development and field issues into future Controls designs and Calibration Standard Work
• Actively participate in ATW and Advanced Calibration projects related to Steering & Suspension controls
• Adhere to all safety precautions and requirements treating safety as the top priority during all work activities

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• BS in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering or similar
• Minimum 10 years of relevant engineering experience (vehicle dynamics chassis/driveline performance brake controls calibration etc.)
• Thorough physics-based knowledge of vehicle dynamics and performance
• Experience calibrating complex production programs
• Thorough knowledge / understanding of TCS algorithms and truck off-road control philosophies
• Demonstrated ability to lead coordinate and motivate the performance of a cross-functional team and achieve substantial influence without administrative authority
• Exercises independent judgment with minimal input from leaders
• Demonstrated ability to provide technical direction to other engineers and engineering support personnel
• Very high level of analytical problem solving skills where problems are unusual and difficult
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute new processes
• Creates and maintains an environment that enables all participants to contribute to full potential
• Hands-on experience with vehicle dynamics performance limit handling and off-road performance
• Fluent with in-vehicle development tools (INCA NeoVI etc.)
• GM Level 3 driver certification or equivalent

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Skills)

• MS in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering or similar
• Experience working in multiple functional areas within controls/calibration (chassis brakes powertrain)
• Experience developing/executing GM standard calibration processes

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