Engineering Group - Design Release Engineering
Core
Lead design, engineering, integration, release, and lifecycle management of airbag module and seat belt Corporate Common Components (CCC) hardware across vehicle programs.
Role type
Senior Design Release Engineer (Safety Critical Hardware)
Builds
Airbag modules, seat belts, steering wheels, and related occupant protection components for vehicle programs
Domain
Automotive safety systems (airbags, seat belts, pyrotechnic devices)
Required skills
Airbag module design, inflator technology, seat belt systems, DFMEA, PPAP, supplier quality management, root cause analysis, engineering change management, validation planning, cross-functional leadership
Preferred skills
DFSS Black Belt certification, pyrotechnic device experience, occupant kinematics expertise, advanced engineering degree
Technologies
DFMEA, PPAP, DFSS, engineering analysis tools, structured problem solving methodologies
Responsibilities
Lead subsystem development and integration with cross-functional teams; manage production releases and PPAP readiness; resolve complex technical and field issues for safety-critical components; guide supplier technical activities and interface alignment; execute design reviews and validation plans; determine root cause and corrective actions for safety investigations (via careerplan.io/jobs/JR-202619529-engineering-group-design-release-engineering-at-generalmotors)
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities