Senior Hardware Development and Validation Engineer – Engine Lube/Vent

Job Description

About GM

There’s never been a more exciting time to work for General Motors . To achieve our vision of a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion , we need people who are passionate about creating safer, better, and more sustainable ways for people to move. This bold vision won’t happen overnight, but just as we transformed how the world moved in the last century, we are committed to transforming how we move today and in the future.

Our culture is focused on building inclusive teams , where differences and unique perspectives are embraced so you can contribute to your fullest potential as you pursue your career.

• •Execute engine lube and vent testing across multiple engine programs.
• •Develop, implement, and execute first‑time capable tests for hardware development and validation on engine dynamometers and test benches.
• •Lead diagnosis and resolution of issues that occur during test setup, execution, and post‑test investigations.
• •Track and report test status, issues, and risks to support program milestones and decision making.
• •Ensure all testing is conducted in accordance with GM safety, quality, and procedural standards .

• •Create, maintain, and utilize post‑processing tools (e.g., Excel, MATLAB) to assure data quality and improve test efficiency.
• •Analyze data to optimize test plans , reduce test time, and support virtual model development and correlation.
• •Identify and implement data reduction opportunities , including standardization of data sets and automation of routine analysis tasks.
• •Contribute to the migration of lab‑based activities to virtual methods , partnering with analysis and virtualization teams.

• •Collaborate with facilities , technical specialists, calibration teams, hardware release engineers, and other stakeholders to improve process and test efficiency.
• •Participate in the pursuit of test reduction and elimination , working with design, analysis, and program teams to identify where physical testing can be streamlined, replaced, or virtualized.
• •Support continuous improvement of standard work, procedures, and documentation for engine lube/vent testing.

• •Train, mentor, and develop new engineers and co‑ops/rotators on bench operation, safety, and standard work.
• •Provide technical guidance on engines hardware, lube/vent system function, test methods, and data interpretation to peers and partners.

• •This role is expected to be lab‑based/hybrid , with significant time spent on‑site in the Pontiac test facility supporting hands‑on bench activities.
• •Specific onsite expectations and hybrid details will be defined by the hiring manager based on business needs.

GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc).

This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}.

This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us

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