Engineering Designer

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Job DescriptionThis role is categorized as hybrid, meaning the selected candidate will be expected to work on‑site at the Warren Tech Center at least three days per week (or other frequency determined by their manager).  

This role is not eligible for relocation benefits

At General Motors, our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process, we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen, but to be felt. We’re turning today’s impossible into tomorrow’s standard —from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design, intelligent software, and next-generation safety and entertainment features.  

Every day, our products move millions of people as we aim to make driving safer, smarter, and more connected, shaping the future of transportation on a global scale..

About the role:General Motors is seeking experienced Engineering Designers to support the design and virtual integration of automotive systems. This role focuses on creating high-quality, manufacturable Siemens NX math models, performing part-to-vehicle integration and clearance studies, and supporting GM’s Global Vehicle Development Process (GVDP).

We are hiring for multiple openings across the following component areas:

Electrical

Electrification and System Design

Interiors AVD

Garnesh Trim & Overhead

Accessories

Rear closures

Underbody/ Chassis /Propulsion

Transmission / Drive units/Engine

Seating

Chassis / HVAC / Thermal

Bumper / Fascia / Grilles / Trim

Body structures

Upper / Lower structure

Key Responsibilities:

Support designers with design tasks, component requirements, and other virtual integration activities

Develop, refine, and finalize criteria and sections for assigned components or systems

Ensure compliance with design standards, best practices, and Global infoBOOK requirements

Apply knowledge of manufacturability, Design for Assembly (DFA), and integration principles to part and subsystem designs

Actively participate in, and at times lead, design and virtual reviews

Document and maintain material specifications, mass data, and other attributes within the math file

Perform NX analysis with support from the Design Lead Team (DLT) or Senior Designer and apply results to subsystem designs

Collaborate with engineers, designers, and technical teams to meet product design requirements

Integrate component and subsystem designs into the overall system architecture

Stay informed on current product developments, technology trends, and best practices

Share lessons learned with the broader design community and recommend updates to design standards

Create math models or virtual layouts of complex components and subsystems

Proactively communicate project status, timing, and technical issues to the Design Manager, DLT, and Design Release Engineer (DRE)

Ensure high-quality, on-time math release of assigned components and subsystems

Identify new learning areas and participate in ongoing training and skill-development opportunities

Required Qualifications:

2–5 years of experience in CAD / engineering design (automotive or mechanical systems)

Proficiency in Siemens NX and parametric modeling

Strong understanding of GD&T, manufacturability, and subsystem integration

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience

Strong communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with any of the component areas listed above

Experience supporting CAE / analysis workflows

Prior exposure to virtual integration or multi-disciplinary design reviews

Experience at suppliers or OEMs in one or more of the following domains is a plus: Engine / Propulsion, Body Structures, Interiors, Exterior Lighting, Rear Closures, Accessories, Transmission / Drive units, Seat Systems, Chassis / HVAC / Thermal, Upper / Lower Structure, Bumper / Fascia / Grilles / Trim

Success in this role is demonstrated by:

High initiative and personal drive

Self-sufficiency and resourcefulness

Strong problem-solving skills and ownership of solutions

We are looking for someone who embodies these qualities and is motivated to grow with the team.

Why Join GM:At General Motors, you will help design the propulsion systems powering the vehicles of tomorrow. You will collaborate with talented engineering teams, use industry‑leading tools, and have opportunities to grow your career through impactful work and continuous learning.

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., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

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