General Motors

Researcher, Electric Propulsion Systems

Shanghai, China Full time

Job Description

Work Arrangement
This role is categorized as on-site. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Advanced Material Lab in Shanghai, China full time.

The Role -

Individual researcher lead corresponding propulsion research programs.

What You’ll Do -

  • Generate innovative ideas, propose new R&D projects, evaluate technologies, plan and execute projects to meet customer needs. Ensure timely protection of all IP
  • Lead research and/or experiments to collect required data and validate research ideas in developing. Write timely and high-quality research reports, external publications, and records of invention to document new ideas and research results in your area of research
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry and technical developments to grow core technical skills and competencies.
  • Manage relationships and grow partnership with divisional staffs to meet project objectives
  • Observe and ensure support personnel proper safety practices and ensure personal protective equipment is in working order. Communicate laboratory hazards appropriately.
  • Execute technical and special assignments.
  • Assist lab management in identifying megatrends in technology and business strategies in the automotive sector.
  • Contribute responses to threats and opportunities.
  • Represent GM as a leader to the external technical and business communities.
  • Lead technical discussions and reviews as an expert in your field, and communicate results and progress across the organization.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)​​ 

  • ADVANCED (PHD) DEGREE IN SCIENCE/ENGINEERING DISCIPLINES
  • Individual Contributor, 3-5+ years work experience
  • Grow and diversify personal skills and competency base.
  • In-depth knowledge of the state-of-the-art research in specialized areas.
  • Consistently demonstrate innovative thinking and strong partnership.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, bilingual for English and Mandarin

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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