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We are currently seeking experienced and motivated candidates for the role of Engineering Group Manager to lead a Software and Controls engineering team in the Propulsion Thermal Management ART. This ART is part of the VMEC-CB Software and Services group. This is a people leader role for a candidate with strong technical skills and will include responsibility for software development, testing, and release for all of GM’s Thermal Systems for BEV, PHEV and ICE Vehicles. You will work cooperatively with different software and controls teams within the ART and cross-functionally with Hardware, Cabin Controls, HVAC Software, Diagnostics, VDDV, Thermal Engineering, HVAC Performance, Thermal System engineering, and Global Performance Integration to deliver world-class thermal diagnostics and software. Note: Strong skills in thermal management and controls development are needed to be successful in this position.
Job Responsibility
Manage a group of engineers to develop and deliver controls and feedback software in C and MATLAB/Simulink for various hardware components within the thermal systems, on schedule
Be hands-on by leading high-impact efforts and driving technical decisions or consensus across studies and projects
Serve as the champion and sole owner of product quality and testing within your domain and become the leading authority on technical aspects of thermal diagnostics software development
Lead development of automated test scripts to continuously verify the functional capability of software for airflow controls, coolant systems, and refrigerant systems
Support HIL testing and scripting efforts for the development of refrigerant management, thermal diagnostics and systems software
Proactively prevent issues, contain critical problems quickly, implement final fixes, and institutionalize corrective actions to eliminate systemic issues
Perform risk assessments and trade-off analyses to support informed decision-making
Ensure the engineering group follows Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) principles to perform work effectively
Ensure team members are positioned to meet cost, quality, and timing goals for deliverables
Create development and learning opportunities for employees and drive high levels of engagement
Identify and pursue new opportunities for the team to add value
Support recruiting, lead hiring efforts, and conduct performance reviews
Forecast and manage the group’s annual budget
Navigate ambiguity and change with proficiency and resilience
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree – Engineering or Computer Science
7+ years of work experience
Strong functional knowledge of automotive thermal management system
Demonstrated experience in leadership with 2+ years in experience in leading thermal engineering teams as a product owner or managing software, diagnostics or controls development teams with strong technical skills
Hands-on proficiency with C, C++, MATLAB/SIMULINK or Python
Demonstrated proficiency in leading, mentoring, and guiding engineers
Excellent communication, problem-solving and presentation skills
Experience in recruiting engineers and outside services
Basic knowledge of Machine Learning tools
Familiar with the commonly used SW and system verification environments (HIL)
Nice to have
MS or PHD in Engineering or Computer Science with 7+ years of work experience and 2+ years of experience in leading or managing s/w algorithm or controls development teams
Demonstrated experience in leading software or algorithm development teams in thermal or battery systems management
Experience with thermal management systems software such as GT-Power
Strong understanding and experience in thermodynamics and refrigerant management for automotive thermal systems software
Strong understanding of Agile Develop methods and Scaled Agile Framework
What we offer
Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave
Healthcare, dental and vision benefits including health care spending account and wellness incentive
Life insurance plans to cover you and your family
Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan
Global recognition program
Tuition Assistance and Employee Assistance Program
GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family and friends