Power Electronics & Electric Drive Systems Researcher
Today• Warren, MI
Description
Work Arrangement
This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Warren, MI three times per week or other frequency dictated by the business. The selected candidate is also expected to travel to Pontiac weekly for testing.
Relocation
This job may be eligible for relocation benefits
The Role
The GM Energy and Propulsion Systems Research Lab is aimed at total enterprise cost reduction via propulsion and vehicle efficiency, cost, and performance improvements. Warranty improvement and engineering development efficiency are also key areas of focus.
We are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Power Electronics & Electric Drive Systems Researcher with expertise in propulsion and non-propulsion electrical power conversion to join our cutting-edge R&D team in advancing electrified vehicle technology for GM and our customers.
As an R&D researcher, you will apply your extensive knowledge in power electronics, electric drives and related systems to identify, develop, and implement research and technology with disruptive value to GM for future electrified vehicle propulsion systems.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities)
As a Power Electronics and Electric Drive Systems Researcher, you will:
- Research, invent, test, develop and demonstrate industry-leading power electronics & energy conversion systems that improve efficiency, reduce costs and ensure world-class vehicle performance
- Research propulsion (e.g., inverters) and non-propulsion (e.g. charging, low-voltage systems) power electronics and related systems
- Develop new power electronic topologies and high-density packaging technologies that take advantage of cutting-edge semiconductor devices
- Develop multi-functional applications of electrified propulsion systems
- Develop new propulsion/vehicle features that provide customer value
- Develop new low-cost, rare-earth free electric machines for propulsion
- Conduct multi-physics optimization of electric drive systems including electromagnetics, thermal, and mechanical over specified drive cycles
- Leverage cross-domain knowledge and AI techniques for propulsion & vehicle systems optimization
- Work alongside highly experienced and capable researchers in state-of-the-art test labs to conduct simulations and prototype hardware experiments (on bench, dyno & in vehicle) to collect required data and verify research theories that will impact future GM electrified vehicles (battery electric and hybridized)
- Collaborate globally with GM researchers and engineers in related subject areas (e.g., electric machines, controls, batteries, vehicle systems, materials and manufacturing)
- Write timely and high-quality research reports, external publications, and records of invention to detail new insights and results in your areas of research
- Manage relationships across R&D, Advanced Engineering and Product Development groups to meet enterprise-wide objectives
- Lead technical discussions and reviews as an expert in power electronics & electric drive system technologies
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry and technical developments affecting areas of responsibility
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Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
- PhD in Electrical and Electronics engineering, specialized in power electronics, electric machines, or related disciplines
- Candidates must have either a minimum of three (3) years of relevant industry experience or a Ph.D. degree with demonstrated research experience in a related discipline.
- U.S. Citizenship required pursuant to government contract
- Strong background in electrical engineering, power electronics circuits, system modeling & simulation, and advanced optimization techniques
- Knowledge of digital and analog control systems
- Ability to program embedded controls
- Hands-on experience in developing, instrumenting and conducting prototype hardware/software experiments
- Knowledge of power electronics and electromagnetic analysis tools (e.g., PLECS, Matlab/Simulink, Altium PCB design, LTSpice, Maxwell 2D/3D/Q3D, JMAG, ALTAIR etc.)
- Ability to travel up to 5% of the time, domestic
What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred qualifications)
- 3-5 years experience
- Electromagnetic, thermal and mechanical analysis using Ansys finite element tools
- Experience developing custom user defined templates (UDTs) for use in finite element optimization
- Demonstrated experience in design of electric machines with iron nitride, ferrite and mixed magnet materials
- Experience in application of advanced research and technology to automotive problems
Sponsorship
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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Client-provided location(s): Warren, MI
Job ID: General_Motors-JR-202515099
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-09-16T00:13:46
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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