General Motors
Entry-Level Calibration/Verification Engineer
General Motors, Milford, Michigan, United States, 48380
Job Description
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.)
Work Arrangement:
Hybrid:
This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Milford, MI, three times per week, at minimum or other frequency dictated by the business.
The Role:
We are seeking an energetic candidate for the position of Calibration/Verification Engineer within GM's Vehicle Software and Electronics Engineering group.
The position involves significant in-vehicle, lab, automation and simulation work, along with related analytical and performance verification activities. Calibration engineers engage in cross-functional teams, are expected to handle multiple projects/priorities, and frequently need to balance planned and unplanned work. A typical week includes in-vehicle calibration & testing, lab/bench/analytical activities, and collaboration with algorithm/software and hardware engineers.
Calibration engineers participate in offsite development trips as well as onsite program team vehicle evaluations. The primary location for this role is at the Milford Proving Ground in support of vehicle and propulsion systems (EV, Chassis, Brakes, Engine, Transmission, etc..) development.
The selected candidate will deliver calibrations that ensure features/diagnostic functionality and robustness. Successful candidates will utilize system hardware/software troubleshooting skills to resolve complex issues and complete their standard work. Candidates will analyze large sets of data collected during various driving maneuvers (in simulation, dyno, and vehicle), tune the system response through calibration and identify areas requiring a change in controls.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities):
Develop and optimize calibrations to meet performance and timing requirements utilizing Calibration Standard Work
Conduct calibration reviews to ensure high quality calibrations
Organize, plan, and coordinate calibration activities with Lead Calibrator and Diagnostic Strategist
Support identification of requirements for resources to develop calibrations
Diagnose and correct vehicle, system, and controls deficiencies
Support resolution of vehicle, plant, lab, or customer issues
Utilize analytical tools to develop & verify calibrations
Develop, use, and update calibration procedures
Participate in controls groups and support development of algorithms
Participate in development trips and related test activities
Supporting development and testing of new vehicle features/functions, translating requirements into test cases
Evaluating engineering changes and their impact on verification testing
Conducting peer reviews for test plans with consideration of hardware, software and architecture across the portfolio
Ensure test reports are delivered by Vehicle Documentation Complete (VDC) per program
Identifying automation virtualization opportunities and leading their implementation
Supporting development vehicle fleet with troubleshooting and data collection
Root cause analysis and documentation for issues encountered during verification testing and documentation via the Problem Resolution Tracking System (PRTS)
Adhering to all safety precautions and requirements, and treating safety as the top priority during all work activities
Required Qualifications:
Pursuit of a Bachelor's degree in one of the following areas: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related degree
Must be graduating between Dec 2025 - June 2026
Able to work fulltime, 40 hours per week
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with propulsion systems, software development, controls systems
Experience working with vehicles and integration issues
Experience with data acquisition and analysis
Experience with MATLAB
Experience with data acquisition and analysis
Technical writing ability to create written engineering evaluation reports
Experience with test automation (Python, Autobot etc.)
Formula SAE, Ecocar, or other Automotive related experience/clubs
Compensation:
The base salary will be based on factors relevant to the position, as well as geography of the selected candidate.
Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.?
Benefits:
GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.
About GM
Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us
We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Benefits Overview
From day one, we're looking out for your well-being-at work and at home-so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources (https://search-careers.gm.com/en/working-at-gm/total-rewards) .
Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.
All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire (https://search-careers.gm.com/en/how-we-hire) .
Accommodations
General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email (Careers.Accommodations@GM.com) us or call us at 800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
We are leading the change to make our world better, safer and more equitable for all through our actions and how we behave. Learn more about:
Our Company (https://search-careers.gm.com/en/working-at-gm/)
Our Culture
How we hire??????? (https://search-careers.gm.com/en/how-we-hire/)
Our diverse team of employees bring their collective passion for engineering, technology and design to deliver on our vision of a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion. We are looking for adventure-seekers and imaginative thought leaders to help us transform mobility.
Explore our global locations (https://search-careers.gm.com/en/locations/)
We are determined to lead change for the world through technology, ingenuity and harnessing the creativity of our diverse team. Join us to help lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all by becoming a member of GM's Talent Community (beamery.com) (https://flows.beamery.com/generalmotors/talcom) . As a part of our Talent Community, you will receive updates about GM, open roles, career insights and more.
Please note that filling out the form below will not add you to our Talent Community automatically; you will need to use the link above. If you are seeking to apply to a specific role, we encourage you to click "Apply Now" on the job posting of interest.
The policy of General Motors is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Additionally, General Motors is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at Careers.Accommodations@GM.com .In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
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.)
Work Arrangement:
Hybrid:
This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Milford, MI, three times per week, at minimum or other frequency dictated by the business.
The Role:
We are seeking an energetic candidate for the position of Calibration/Verification Engineer within GM's Vehicle Software and Electronics Engineering group.
The position involves significant in-vehicle, lab, automation and simulation work, along with related analytical and performance verification activities. Calibration engineers engage in cross-functional teams, are expected to handle multiple projects/priorities, and frequently need to balance planned and unplanned work. A typical week includes in-vehicle calibration & testing, lab/bench/analytical activities, and collaboration with algorithm/software and hardware engineers.
Calibration engineers participate in offsite development trips as well as onsite program team vehicle evaluations. The primary location for this role is at the Milford Proving Ground in support of vehicle and propulsion systems (EV, Chassis, Brakes, Engine, Transmission, etc..) development.
The selected candidate will deliver calibrations that ensure features/diagnostic functionality and robustness. Successful candidates will utilize system hardware/software troubleshooting skills to resolve complex issues and complete their standard work. Candidates will analyze large sets of data collected during various driving maneuvers (in simulation, dyno, and vehicle), tune the system response through calibration and identify areas requiring a change in controls.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities):
Develop and optimize calibrations to meet performance and timing requirements utilizing Calibration Standard Work
Conduct calibration reviews to ensure high quality calibrations
Organize, plan, and coordinate calibration activities with Lead Calibrator and Diagnostic Strategist
Support identification of requirements for resources to develop calibrations
Diagnose and correct vehicle, system, and controls deficiencies
Support resolution of vehicle, plant, lab, or customer issues
Utilize analytical tools to develop & verify calibrations
Develop, use, and update calibration procedures
Participate in controls groups and support development of algorithms
Participate in development trips and related test activities
Supporting development and testing of new vehicle features/functions, translating requirements into test cases
Evaluating engineering changes and their impact on verification testing
Conducting peer reviews for test plans with consideration of hardware, software and architecture across the portfolio
Ensure test reports are delivered by Vehicle Documentation Complete (VDC) per program
Identifying automation virtualization opportunities and leading their implementation
Supporting development vehicle fleet with troubleshooting and data collection
Root cause analysis and documentation for issues encountered during verification testing and documentation via the Problem Resolution Tracking System (PRTS)
Adhering to all safety precautions and requirements, and treating safety as the top priority during all work activities
Required Qualifications:
Pursuit of a Bachelor's degree in one of the following areas: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related degree
Must be graduating between Dec 2025 - June 2026
Able to work fulltime, 40 hours per week
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with propulsion systems, software development, controls systems
Experience working with vehicles and integration issues
Experience with data acquisition and analysis
Experience with MATLAB
Experience with data acquisition and analysis
Technical writing ability to create written engineering evaluation reports
Experience with test automation (Python, Autobot etc.)
Formula SAE, Ecocar, or other Automotive related experience/clubs
Compensation:
The base salary will be based on factors relevant to the position, as well as geography of the selected candidate.
Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.?
Benefits:
GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.
About GM
Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us
We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Benefits Overview
From day one, we're looking out for your well-being-at work and at home-so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources (https://search-careers.gm.com/en/working-at-gm/total-rewards) .
Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.
All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire (https://search-careers.gm.com/en/how-we-hire) .
Accommodations
General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email (Careers.Accommodations@GM.com) us or call us at 800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
We are leading the change to make our world better, safer and more equitable for all through our actions and how we behave. Learn more about:
Our Company (https://search-careers.gm.com/en/working-at-gm/)
Our Culture
How we hire??????? (https://search-careers.gm.com/en/how-we-hire/)
Our diverse team of employees bring their collective passion for engineering, technology and design to deliver on our vision of a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion. We are looking for adventure-seekers and imaginative thought leaders to help us transform mobility.
Explore our global locations (https://search-careers.gm.com/en/locations/)
We are determined to lead change for the world through technology, ingenuity and harnessing the creativity of our diverse team. Join us to help lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all by becoming a member of GM's Talent Community (beamery.com) (https://flows.beamery.com/generalmotors/talcom) . As a part of our Talent Community, you will receive updates about GM, open roles, career insights and more.
Please note that filling out the form below will not add you to our Talent Community automatically; you will need to use the link above. If you are seeking to apply to a specific role, we encourage you to click "Apply Now" on the job posting of interest.
The policy of General Motors is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Additionally, General Motors is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at Careers.Accommodations@GM.com .In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.