7 - PWT Powertrain Hybrid Motor Design / Development Engineer-R

General Motors Corp. (NYSE: GM), the world’s largest automaker, has been the annual global industry sales leader for 77 years. Founded in 1908, GM today employs about 274,000 people around the world. With global headquarters in Detroit, GM manufactures its cars and trucks in 35 countries. In 2007, nearly 9.37 million GM cars and trucks were sold globally under the following brands: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, GM Daewoo, Holden, HUMMER, Opel, Pontiac, Saab, Saturn, Vauxhall and Wuling. GM’s OnStar subsidiary is the industry leader in vehicle safety, security and information services. More information on GM can be found at www.gm.com

 

The Hybrid Electric Motor Design/Development Engineer will be responsible for designing and developing hybrid electric motor components for GM's World's Best Hybrid Powertrains. The individual will work with Powertrain Design and Development engineers, to develop requirements, design and implement production components. Support the test and development of Hybrid Motors and related components by demonstrating that requirements are met with analysis and dynamometer testing at GM's Test labs, Proving Grounds or Supplier locations. Strong teamwork and collaborative development skills are required. Creative people are encouraged to join a strong technical team moving the frontier of powertrain technology.  Generates technical solutions for current, new and major programsProvides technical leadership for advanced technology development Performs complex design analysis Develops engineering designs (including subsystems) Implements engineering changes Initiates documents to provide engineering authority and to maintain math data Defines system requirements Solves engineering related problems Works with engineering functions, suppliers, plant personnel and others to implement cost reduction, methods and product improvements, and to support build programs Plans and implements test and/or development programs Releases parts and subsystems for production Communicates information to and from internal and external customer organizations Coordinates and consults with departments outside engineering, such as manufacturing Stays abreast of new technology and competitive products Travels as required

 

 

 

Basic Required

 BS Degree in Engineering with concentration in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent trainingWorking knowledge of electric motor operation and designWorking knowledge of electric motor testing and developmentWorking knowledge of motor construction and insulation systems

 

 

 

Basic Preferred

 Working knowledge of electric motor manufacturing processAble to develop electric motor designs for automotive applicationsAble to complete testing and development of electric motors in a lab environmentExperience with product development for automotive, aerospace, or powertrain applicationsKnowledge of Interior Permanent Magnet and Induction Machine Mechanical DesignKnowledge in lamination and winding manufacturing processesHigh level of oral and written communication skills Understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of mechanical/electrical mechanisms Familiarity with production processes such as foundry, forging, pressed metal and machine tool activities High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult High level of interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with others Specific knowledge of engineering mechanics, physics, metallurgy and manufacturing methods engineering Demonstrated technical and professional skills in job-related area Appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with business partners to meet mutual goalsKnowledge of computer software as it pertains to engineering