Calibration Technical Specialist

Job Description

Sponsorship: GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

Hybrid: This position allows flexibility utilizing our hybrid-work appropriately model where team members can work at General Motors Milford Proving Ground, Milford, Michigan or off-site, requiring the team member be onsite to support project needs.

The Role:

The Calibration Tech Specialist plays a vital role in projects, leveraging his or her expertise and cross functional partners to provide the roadmap and building blocks for calibration execution.

What You'll Do:

• Lead the Calibration TRB for their domain
• Set Direction for Best Practices and Procedures
• Provide Technical Mentoring (for both control system functionality and calibration strategy) to individuals in and out of the direct group, including global partners
• Assist in program issue resolution
• Lead technical discussions with Government Regulatory agencies
• Support development of initial Calibration Procedure as a Scrum team member for the given area, including procedures for joint venture partners.
• Lead the refinement of the Calibration Procedure.
• Support the Scrum teams during job function assignment, master calibration default value assignments, calibration tool development, diagnostic matrix or typing sheet development
• Provide calibration input to the Agile Release Train or Advanced requirements development team during initial control system design
• Provide feedback from the Calibration TRB on missing use cases, noise factors, limitations, assumptions to improve control system performance and capability

Additional Job Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Chemical Engineering
• 5+ years of calibration or controls experience in the field of expertise
• Strong background in propulsion system calibration, including tools (Matlab/Simulink, Inca, ETAS)
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally
• Ability to legally drive a vehicle in North America, meeting GM's Safe Driving rules and regulations
• High level of oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated technical & professional skills in job-related areas
• High level of interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with cross-functional partners to meet mutual goals
• High level of analytical problem solving ability, including independent judgment & decision making skills
• Ability to prioritize work with only limited direction from manager
• Lead discussions, action plans and solutions to drive issues to closure at the organizational level

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

• Master's or PhD degree in Engineering
• 8+ years of experience in the Gasoline Engine Combustion, Startability, Emissions and Fuel Systems
• DFSS Black Belt Certification
• Strong background in Controls knowledge of assigned area
• Knowledge and understanding of the Agile development process

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

About GM

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Why Join Us

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Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;
Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

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