Technical Specialist - Driveline Systems

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Technical Specialist – Driveline Systems to join the Driveline Technical Leadership team. This role serves as a recognized technical authority responsible for the design, development, integration, and validation of advanced driveline systems, including controls, mechatronics, and software-enabled features.

As a system-level technical leader, you will work cross-functionally to deliver robust, customer-focused driveline solutions across vehicle programs. This role requires deep technical expertise, strong leadership through influence, and the ability to solve highly complex, multi-disciplinary problems.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership & System Integration

• Serve as a recognized technical leader and primary resource for driveline systems and integration

• Lead system-level design, development, and integration of driveline hardware, software, and controls

• Act as the single point of contact for driveline systems within VMEC and vehicle systems integration teams

• Provide expert consultation to engineering teams across propulsion, vehicle performance, and controls

FMEA & Standards Ownership

• Own the total Driveline System DFMEA and coordinate subsystem DFMEAs

• Serve as in-house expert for subsystem DFMEAs and system FMEA activities

• Provide technical leadership for VMEC DFMEAs related to driveline controls, software, and electronics

• Develop, maintain, and deploy standard work, best practices, and interface control documents (ICDs)

Specifications, Testing & Validation

• Lead driveline system and vehicle-level test strategy and procedure development

• Manage Driveline GMWs, VCRIs, and system validation requirements

• Support vehicle performance buy-offs and execution of driveline system performance in vehicle

• Develop and maintain calibration guides, duty cycles, and torsional load agreements

Controls, Mechatronics & SDV

• Lead development and integration of driveline controls and mechatronic systems

• Support software and controller specification development

• Own or co-own ATWs, EPICs, and torsional load control features

• Lead driveline contributions to SDV and virtual development initiatives

Strategy, Roadmaps & Capability Building

• Own the Driveline Systems and Controls Technology Roadmap

• Lead new technology development in driveline mechatronics and controls

• Own Driveline ADO and TAP activities supporting VMEC

• Lead training, mentoring, and technical capability development within Driveline Systems

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

• 8+ years of experience in Driveline Engineering or related vehicle systems

• Strong background in active controls systems and highly integrated vehicle architectures

• Demonstrated expertise in driveline systems, mechatronics, and controls

• Proven ability to lead complex technical work through influence

• Strong analytical skills applied to complex, multi-disciplinary problems

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Experience with engineering design tools, simulation, and performance analysis software

• Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new systems analysis and modeling tools

• Knowledge of torque delivery, distribution, and control strategies

• Experience in the design, validation, and manufacturing of driveline systems

Preferred Qualifications (Competitive Edge)

• Experience with design, development, analysis, or testing of driveline or related chassis subsystems (e.g., suspension, steering, brakes, tires, powertrain mounting)

• Strong knowledge of GM engineering processes and internal systems

• Working knowledge of FIT

• Experience with MATLAB and vehicle data acquisition tools (e.g., Vector tools, Vehicle Spy, ETAS/INCA)

• DFSS Black Belt certification or higher

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}. The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role. This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

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