Transmission Development Engineer

Description

The Role

We are looking for a high-performing Transmission Development Engineer , who is responsible for planning, developing, and executing subsystem level tests in a world class testing and development facility. Tasks also include data analysis, calibration development, identifying opportunities for data reduction, and leading the migration of lab-based activities to math. This is an assignment where creativity, initiative and independent judgment are involved, and effective cross-organizational teamwork is crucial.

What You'll Do

• Follow development test unit through build process - support setup and debugging to assure test readiness
• Track and report on testing progress and issues
• Develop and execute first-time capable tests for calibration and hardware development
• Lead diagnosis and resolution of issues that occur during setup and testing

• Actively participate in Product Development Teams and work with Technical Experts to improve current tests and develop new tests.
• Lead and execute development activities for transmission controls systems /components including valve body, hydraulic routing, actuators, sensors, wiring etc. from concept through production.
• Project Management of all development activities related to bringing transmission controls systems into production by leading a cross functional team comprised of various engineering groups including Design Release, Calibration, Diagnostics, Software, and Controls Architecture Engineering.
• Create and improve processes for transmission level calibrations.
• Utilize and create post processing tools to assure data quality and track usefulness of data in generation of final calibration or reports
• Develop and implement standard work processes
• Interact with facilities, technical leads, calibration teams, hardware release engineers, virtual team, and others to improve process and test efficiency
• Support math-based activities, migrating additional work from Road and Lab to Math based models and data analysis
• Train, Mentor, and develop new engineers
• Document testing and process best practices and lessons learned

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics
• Minimum 7 years of experience in automotive with Transmission, PHEV, Drive Unit, Electric Traction Motor, Drive Unit, Hybrid or Conventional Powertrain Calibration, or Hardware Development
• Sound understanding of Transmission controls and hardware
• Demonstrated Drive for Results
• Excellent Planning and Problem-Solving skills

• High level of oral and written communication skills
• High level of interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with others, and ability to establish Peer Relationships.
• Ability to prioritize work and resource, and work independently with minimal direction
• Proficient with computer and data acquisition systems
• Demonstrated experience with first principal models or data analytics
• Ability to travel as required for offsite testing (less than 10%)

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• 10+ years of experience in automotive engineering with drive unit or transmission knowledge
• Exposure to propulsion system calibration in test and vehicle environment
• Experience with AVL PUMA/CAMEO and ETAS INCA software
• DFSS and Root Cause / Red-X experience

This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}.

The selected candidate will be required to travel < 25% for this role.

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

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Client-provided location(s): Pontiac, MI

Job ID: General_Motors-JR-202518446

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-10-15T00:13:36