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Embedded Software Engineer - PHEV Thermal

Today Milford, MI

Description

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid: This means the successful candidate is expected to report to their primary location (Milford, MI) three times per week, at minimum, or other frequency dictated by the business.

The Role:

The PHEV Thermal team in Vehicle Mechatronic Embedded Controls, (VMEC), organization has an opening for a Software Engineer. VMEC, is a production level group that supports the definition, design and development of control systems, diagnostics, and controller communication. The PHEV Thermal team develops software and controls to manage integrated thermal loops to optimize energy use and thermal storage capability for the upcoming PHEV products. In this role, you will directly impact the GM vehicles that drive down the road! We are seeking creative, highly motivated, agile thinkers with passion and expertise in Software and Controls with great attention to detail.

The selected candidate will lead the development of controls and diagnostics within an agile environment, using appropriate common methods for VMEC features and lead the growth in capability of controls and diagnostic methods to keep General Motors at the forefront of technology.

What You'll do:

  • Produce or deliver software for embedded controls systems
  • Design, development and implementation of Physics and Controls requirements to continuously improve software for mechatronic controls and diagnostics strategies as well as controller communication.
  • Test & demonstrate software functionality & readiness
  • Supply common solutions across all GM owned software Document requirements for design solutions and link them to test cases that can demonstrate software functionality
  • Utilize automated test tools in build environments, benches, and vehicles to verify functionality of the feature at the Controller, System and Vehicle level
  • Function as an inclusive Agile Scrum team member to deliver software solutions
  • Coordinate and collaborate w/ departments within VMEC
  • Have voice in software planning events, share ideas & learnings and help teach/train others

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):

  • BS in Engineering - Electrical, Mechanical, Computer or BS in Computer Science
  • Minimum 2+ years of experience with proven technical and professional skills in job-related area - embedded controls software
  • Proficient in MATLAB Simulink, C, C++ programming
  • Knowledge of Auto Code Generation
  • Knowledge of Python scripting, INCA, etc.
  • Emerging levels of interpersonal and relationship management skills to effectively collaborate with varying levels of the organization as required
  • Emerging partnership and teamwork skills and ability to learn from and share knowledge with co-workers in a fast-paced environment
  • High level of integrity, ability to deal with ambiguity, take initiative/self-directed
  • Customer-centric focus with solution development

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Skills):

  • MS in Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical, Computer or Computer Science
  • 5+ years of experience with proven technical and professional skills in job-related area - embedded controls software
  • Experience with JIRA and Agile software development framework Experience with embedded systems, controller communication or diagnostics
  • Automotive domain experience
  • Knowledge and experience with Communication protocols like CAN, LIN, Ethernet
  • Software architecture principles and best practices

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.

Relocation:

This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

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Client-provided location(s): Milford, MI
Job ID: General_Motors-JR-202515283
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-09-09T00:14:20

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Stock Purchase Program
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Woman founded/led
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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