Software Design Release Engineer-Suspension

Job Description

The Role:

The OutsourcedSuspension SW DRE (Software Design Release Engineer) position will be responsible for supportingsourcing validating supporting root cause activity for SW related issues and releasing steering software for production. This role now encompasses roles previously led by a CSIE (Controller Software Integration Engineer) and CVE (Component Validation Engineer) and will be part of a SAFe Deployment Scrum Team.

The Outsourced SuspensionSW DRE will be steward of the part as it impacts the customer and will be thesingle point contact between GM and the supplier. You will be responsible for creating communicating and leading various types of product plans and ensuring the on-time delivery of a Suspension Control Module. There will be focus on ensuring integrated ART solution is thoroughly validated end-to-end (from supplier through vehicle and to the end customer). Additionally you will be responsible for managing software related PRTS and ensure solutions are implemented in a timely manner. Lastly the Outsourced SuspensionSW DRE will be responsible for troubleshooting software related issues.

What Youll do:

• Address all controller and system safety concerns promptly
• Lead and support product issue investigations (Problem Resolution Tracking System PRTS) continuous process improvements standard methodologies lessons learned and quality improvement initiatives
• Gather all necessary documents for sourcing and provide technical expertise during purchasing process
• Facilitate requirements and design reviews with suppliers algorithm and software groups (DFMEA DRBFM Peer Reviews)
• Negotiate changes from supplier Electrical Architecture Controls Software and Cyber Security Engineers and update controller requirement documents
• Organizes and leads key Controller Product Development Team (PDT) meetings.
• Lead investigations on software related issues
• Own/Release the software for development & production
• Manage part number proliferation for the embedded controller (end model part number software and calibration parts)
• Create and manage controller validation plans--Worst Case Analysis Bench (Design Demo) Design and Process Validation
• Coordinate activities and manage a full test plan including required supplier testing as well as all other testing required to validate component including but not limited to: applicable regulatory testing subsystem integration testing system safety testing cybersecurity etc.
• Keep supplier(s) on track to meet key milestones (design freeze gate reviews for prototype levels validation start and complete dates)
• Monitor design changes in production (via Change Notices)
• Controller warranty analysis issue resolution parts restriction and report updates as required to team leadership/CPIT
• Supplier and Vehicle Assembly plant visits as required

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelors degree in one of the following areas: Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Physics or Computer Science
• Minimum 2 years of automotive experience
• Demonstrated proficiency comprehending software/hardware requirements
• Must be capable of providing component specific direction to new engineers and supplier resident engineers
• High level knowledge of software verification/validation processes
• Understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of mechanical/electrical mechanisms
• High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult
• High level of oral and written communication skills
• High level of interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with others
• Appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with business partners to meet mutual goals

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Skills)

• Masters degree in one of the following areas: Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Physics or Computer Science
• 8 years of DRE experience
• DFSS Black Belt Certified
• Experience in the GM product release and specification process
• Experience with customer interface technologies
• In-depth knowledge of vehicle serial data communications (i.e. CAN GMLAN & LIN)
• Knowledge of vehicle dynamics and electronic chassis systems
• Knowledge of OBD-II Diagnostics and Functional Safety
• Knowledge of SAFe Agile Release process including PI/ART/SCRUMS

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