Transmission Control Software Engineer
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Milford, CT - USA
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Job Summary
Job Description
The Role
At General Motors we are developing the embedded software and control systems that enable advanced vehicle performance drivability and system integration.
We are looking for a Transmission Control Software Engineer to support the development of control software for a new transmission for Performance this role you will design implement and integrate embedded software that manages transmission operation across a broad range of vehicle operating conditions.
You will work closely with software systems calibration and platform teams to deliver high-quality controls solutions that are technically sound maintainable and consistent with GM software development standards and processes.
This is an individual contributor role for an engineer who can apply strong software and controls fundamentals exercise independent judgment on moderate-scope technical problems and contribute effectively within a cross-functional development team.
What Youll Do
Develop and refine embedded software control functions for transmission operation shift execution torque management diagnostics and feature performance.
Translate system and algorithm requirements into software functional requirements design content implementation tasks and verification activities.
Design implement and maintain software using C MATLAB Simulink or comparable embedded controls toolchains.
Participate in software design coding peer reviews and change-management activities in accordance with GM software development processes and coding standards.
Integrate transmission control software with vehicle-level and propulsion-system functions to support coordinated behavior and robust system performance.
Create and execute software verification activities including unit software-in-the-loop hardware-in-the-loop bench and integration testing as appropriate.
Analyze software and controls issues identify root causes and implement corrective actions through development and software verification activities.
Collaborate with calibration systems integration and architecture teams to resolve technical issues and deliver assigned features.
Communicate software design decisions technical risks issues and recommended actions to project stakeholders.
Support continuous improvement in software reuse documentation quality test coverage development processes and adherence to GM engineering standards.
Provide technical support to teammates and share knowledge related to embedded software and transmission controls development.
Limited travel expectation (less than 20%)
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Computer Science Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field.
At least 2 years of experience in embedded software controls development or software systems engineering.
Experience developing or implementing software control algorithms using C MATLAB Simulink or comparable embedded controls toolchains.
Understanding of transmission propulsion torque-management driveline or related vehicle controls in a hardware-software environment.
Experience translating requirements into software design implementation and verification content.
Experience troubleshooting technical issues using structured analysis and root-cause problem-solving methods.
Understanding of software quality attributes and disciplined development practices including peer reviews configuration management and change management.
Ability to work independently within established processes identify appropriate solutions to moderate-scope problems and seek guidance when needed.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional engineering teams and communicate technical information clearly.
Ability to identify Root Causes
What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
Advanced degree in a relevant engineering or computer science discipline.
Experience with transmission controls propulsion controls or performance-oriented vehicle control systems.
Experience with vehicle controls calibration data logging and embedded software development tools.
Familiarity with software architecture diagnostics functional safety cybersecurity or software-defined vehicle development.
Experience supporting feature integration across multiple controllers or subsystems.
Experience with Agile development CICD automated testing or modern embedded software practices.
Experience with software verification on software-in-the-loop hardware-in-the-loop bench or vehicle platforms.
Familiarity with embedded control development tools such as INCA VSpy and Vector tools.
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