Design Release Engineer - Electrical/Power & Signal Distribution Systems (PSDS)

About the Role

Within the Specialty Vehicle Programs at General Motors, we are seeking dedicated and innovative engineering leaders to guide a team of engineers, technicians, and external partners in developing a new project. This role spans from Advanced System Development to Execution (manufacturing) and requires a highly motivated, creative individual who thrives in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Electrical/Power & Signal Distribution Systems (PSDS), integration, and development from concept through production. This position demands creativity, independent judgment, and collaboration with external customers and suppliers to deliver integrated solutions.

Responsibilities

• Model and promote General Motors’ core values and behaviors.
• Create unique and highly integrated technical engineering solutions to address unusual challenges.
• Provide strategic vision for Electrical/Power & Signal Distribution Systems (PSDS) and related areas.
• Lead design release execution for assigned PSDS electrical content, including wiring harnesses, connectors, brackets, and related power/signal distribution components.
• Coordinate with adjacent functions on electrical architecture, ICD/eSCI interfaces, schematics, and system integration activities.
• Leverage established networks (SMTs, program teams, suppliers) to execute projects on time and with quality.
• Actively communicate with team members to understand challenges, complexities, and issues; remove roadblocks.
• Support customer requirements by defining and executing system/subsystem scope.
• Review functional requirements and provide feedback to stakeholders to improve clarity or alignment with engineering strategies.
• Identify and support opportunities to develop, deploy, and improve processes, quality, and cost reduction.
• Drive prompt issue resolution and demonstrate technical mastery in your field.
• Oversee all Electrical/Power & Signal Distribution Systems (PSDS) and interfaces, ensuring they are defined and documented, including component packaging.
• Coordinate the creation of Statements of Requirements (SORs) and Statements of Work (SOWs) for PSDS and execute designs with selected suppliers.
• Lead requirements and design reviews with suppliers (e.g., GD&T, DFMEA, DRBFM, Peer Reviews).
• Direct NX Designers in system development, packaging, and integration requirements.
• Create and maintain Bill of Material and associated key attributes (mass, material, cost, lead time, resource, etc.).
• Provide technical direction and performance requirements to subsystem engineers, designers, and technicians, focusing on total vehicle integration, functionality, and assembly.
• Analyze designs using engineering and mathematical principles and tools.
• Create, review, and release math and drawings to Build Shop and/or suppliers.
• Ensure hardware prototypes are validated and available for key pre-production vehicle build milestones.
• Support property builds on-site.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other engineering-related discipline.
• 5+ years of Electrical/Power & Signal Distribution Systems (PSDS) product development experience with demonstrated outstanding performance.
• Exposure to PSDS development and associated systems.
• Experience in Automotive Electrical/PSDS Organization (SMT) and Vehicle Integration.
• Proven ability to complete successful projects on time.
• Ability to manage complex assignments with composure and effective implementation.
• Strong networking skills with key stakeholders, both internal and external to GM.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to frame complex issues clearly and concisely.
• Ability to identify and remove roadblocks and solve complex problems.
• Demonstrated technical depth, including product and process experience integral to the team’s deliverables.
• Experience in component, system, and total vehicle packaging and integration.
• Proficiency in NX CAD.
• Ability to work with salaried internal build shops.
• Valid security clearance or ability to obtain a security clearance requiring U.S. Citizenship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Science in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• 7+ years of Electrical/Power & Signal Distribution Systems (PSDS) product development experience with demonstrated outstanding performance.
• 3+ years of advanced vehicle development experience (pre-VPI).
• Experience with GM electrical release tools, processes, and documentation workflows.
• Familiarity with PSDS-specific work areas such as harness design, connector application, DFMEA, ICDe/eSCI, and manufacturing integration.
• 5+ years of Electrical architecture development experience, focused on Power & Signal Distribution Systems (PSDS).
• Proficiency in NX, NX Drafting, Teamcenter, and Teamcenter Visualization Mockup (TcVis).
• Experience with Capital Tool.
• Understanding of prototype and production design and manufacturing processes.
• DFSS Master Black Belt certification.

Schedule

This role is categorized as hybrid. The selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week (or as dictated by their manager).

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion. We embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer, and more equitable for all. We believe in driving meaningful change through our words, deeds, and culture, fostering an inclusive environment where every employee belongs to one General Motors team.