General Motors
Steering Sub-System Lead Engineer (SSLE)
General Motors, Warren, Michigan, United States, 48091
About the Role
A Steering Sub‑System Lead Engineer (SSLE) develops some of General Motors’ most advanced mobility features. In this dynamic role, you support innovative technology development for autonomous, electric, and traditional internal combustion applications in the Vehicle Motion Supervision product within the Chassis Controls team.
Job Description The SSLE is a highly skilled individual contributor recognized for expertise across the entire vehicle development lifecycle. You will define requirements, design and implement solutions, test, and resolve problems. Proficiency in agile methodologies, systems engineering, and embedded controls development and calibration is highly desirable. A strong drive to grow technically and professionally while working on Game‑changing features is essential.
What You’ll Do
Serve as the Subject Matter Expert for requirements creation and work products for Steering ART.
Collaborate with Feature Owners, System Owners, and Functional System Architects to align and drive a common direction for requirements vision and decomposition.
Perform complex subsystem analysis to define functional controls and develop applicable subsystem or ART solutions.
Create and maintain Behavior Technical Specifications (BTS) for Steering ART Solutions.
Develop block diagrams following Model‑Based Systems Engineering concepts.
Create and maintain FMEAs for the area of responsibility; maintain subsystem FMEAs for VIP.
Collaborate with Controls and Software Engineers to review design and implementation, ensuring compliance with requirements.
Support the Testable Functionality Roll‑Out Plan (TFRP) definition and validate test scenarios against BTS intent.
Conduct root‑cause analysis for subsystem issues, translating resolutions into new or revised requirements.
Support diagnostics regulations, safety, and calibration requirements development.
Operate in an agile development environment for software‑related requirements.
Participate in peripheral meetings with Product Team Members, FSAs, other SSLEs, and Systems Engineers.
Lead advanced technical projects that drive future vehicle enhancements.
Travel
5–10 % domestic & international.
Frequent travel to Milford, Michigan is required.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or related engineering discipline.
Minimum of 7 years of automotive‑related professional technical/engineering experience.
Minimum of 2 years as an automotive SSLE (Subsystem Lead Engineer) or equivalent.
Experience with General Chassis Systems, Vehicle Dynamics, and Vehicle Integration.
Experience with ASIL D safety systems.
Strong analytical problem‑solving, independent judgment, and decision‑making skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for building relationships with team members and customers.
Physics‑based understanding of vehicle dynamics and the voice‑of‑customer.
Proven project management skills and ability to coach others.
Ability to prioritize work with limited direction from the manager.
Preferred Skills
Master’s or PhD in Engineering with an emphasis on Controls.
Minimum of 5 years with General Chassis Systems, Vehicle Dynamics, and Vehicle Integration.
Minimum of 3 years with ASIL D safety systems.
Experience with safety‐critical systems (e.g., brakes, steering, propulsion).
Experience specifying physics of dynamic electromechanical systems.
Experience with calibration, software, and controls development.
Experience with simulation environments and plant modeling for testing or requirements generation (e.g., Matlab/Simulink, CarSim, GT‑Power, D‑Space, ETAS).
Experience with requirements management tools (DOORS, DOORS Next‑Gen, Jama Connect, Rhapsody, etc.).
Experience with change‑management tools (Jira, etc.).
Experience with diagnostics regulations requirements.
GM Immigration Sponsorship & Relocation GM does not provide immigration‑related sponsorship for this role. Applicants needing GM immigration sponsorship now or later should not apply. The role is categorized as hybrid. You will be required to report to a specific location at least three times a week and will travel
About GM Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion. We embrace the responsibility to lead change that makes our world safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us We believe we all must make a choice every day to drive meaningful change through words, deeds, and culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Benefits Overview From day one, we look 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.
Non‑Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.) General Motors is committed to being a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and fostering inclusion and belonging. All employment decisions are made on a non‑discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran, or protected veteran status in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.
Accommodations GM offers opportunities to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for your job search or application, email us or call 800‑865‑7580. Include a description of the accommodation requested, the job title, and requisition number in your email.
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Job Description The SSLE is a highly skilled individual contributor recognized for expertise across the entire vehicle development lifecycle. You will define requirements, design and implement solutions, test, and resolve problems. Proficiency in agile methodologies, systems engineering, and embedded controls development and calibration is highly desirable. A strong drive to grow technically and professionally while working on Game‑changing features is essential.
What You’ll Do
Serve as the Subject Matter Expert for requirements creation and work products for Steering ART.
Collaborate with Feature Owners, System Owners, and Functional System Architects to align and drive a common direction for requirements vision and decomposition.
Perform complex subsystem analysis to define functional controls and develop applicable subsystem or ART solutions.
Create and maintain Behavior Technical Specifications (BTS) for Steering ART Solutions.
Develop block diagrams following Model‑Based Systems Engineering concepts.
Create and maintain FMEAs for the area of responsibility; maintain subsystem FMEAs for VIP.
Collaborate with Controls and Software Engineers to review design and implementation, ensuring compliance with requirements.
Support the Testable Functionality Roll‑Out Plan (TFRP) definition and validate test scenarios against BTS intent.
Conduct root‑cause analysis for subsystem issues, translating resolutions into new or revised requirements.
Support diagnostics regulations, safety, and calibration requirements development.
Operate in an agile development environment for software‑related requirements.
Participate in peripheral meetings with Product Team Members, FSAs, other SSLEs, and Systems Engineers.
Lead advanced technical projects that drive future vehicle enhancements.
Travel
5–10 % domestic & international.
Frequent travel to Milford, Michigan is required.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or related engineering discipline.
Minimum of 7 years of automotive‑related professional technical/engineering experience.
Minimum of 2 years as an automotive SSLE (Subsystem Lead Engineer) or equivalent.
Experience with General Chassis Systems, Vehicle Dynamics, and Vehicle Integration.
Experience with ASIL D safety systems.
Strong analytical problem‑solving, independent judgment, and decision‑making skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for building relationships with team members and customers.
Physics‑based understanding of vehicle dynamics and the voice‑of‑customer.
Proven project management skills and ability to coach others.
Ability to prioritize work with limited direction from the manager.
Preferred Skills
Master’s or PhD in Engineering with an emphasis on Controls.
Minimum of 5 years with General Chassis Systems, Vehicle Dynamics, and Vehicle Integration.
Minimum of 3 years with ASIL D safety systems.
Experience with safety‐critical systems (e.g., brakes, steering, propulsion).
Experience specifying physics of dynamic electromechanical systems.
Experience with calibration, software, and controls development.
Experience with simulation environments and plant modeling for testing or requirements generation (e.g., Matlab/Simulink, CarSim, GT‑Power, D‑Space, ETAS).
Experience with requirements management tools (DOORS, DOORS Next‑Gen, Jama Connect, Rhapsody, etc.).
Experience with change‑management tools (Jira, etc.).
Experience with diagnostics regulations requirements.
GM Immigration Sponsorship & Relocation GM does not provide immigration‑related sponsorship for this role. Applicants needing GM immigration sponsorship now or later should not apply. The role is categorized as hybrid. You will be required to report to a specific location at least three times a week and will travel
About GM Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion. We embrace the responsibility to lead change that makes our world safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us We believe we all must make a choice every day to drive meaningful change through words, deeds, and culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Benefits Overview From day one, we look 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.
Non‑Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.) General Motors is committed to being a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and fostering inclusion and belonging. All employment decisions are made on a non‑discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran, or protected veteran status in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.
Accommodations GM offers opportunities to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for your job search or application, email us or call 800‑865‑7580. Include a description of the accommodation requested, the job title, and requisition number in your email.
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