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Job Description
The Role
GM Advanced Vehicle Execution (AVE) seeks a high-performing Designer to develop math and design solutions for subsystems and components on low volume vehicle builds and special projects. This role demands creativity, initiative, and independent critical thinking while collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve issues. The ideal candidate will apply Engineering Best Practices, Manufacturing Requirements, and transforming designs into reality. Expertise in NX, Teamcenter, Teamcenter Visualization, and Microsoft Office is required.
This position will focus on Interior/Exterior Design execution expertise with an extensive A-Surface background. Desired skills include creating drawings in NX, prototype fabrication (additive manufacturing/flex fab), fixture design, Teamcenter data management, and functionality of prototype shop equipment.
What You'll Do
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., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc). This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis. The position is subject to export control restrictions and requires the successful candidate to be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee or refugee).
About GM
Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us
We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Benefits Overview
From day one, we're looking 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 that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.
All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire .
Accommodations
General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us or call us at . In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
The Role
GM Advanced Vehicle Execution (AVE) seeks a high-performing Designer to develop math and design solutions for subsystems and components on low volume vehicle builds and special projects. This role demands creativity, initiative, and independent critical thinking while collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve issues. The ideal candidate will apply Engineering Best Practices, Manufacturing Requirements, and transforming designs into reality. Expertise in NX, Teamcenter, Teamcenter Visualization, and Microsoft Office is required.
This position will focus on Interior/Exterior Design execution expertise with an extensive A-Surface background. Desired skills include creating drawings in NX, prototype fabrication (additive manufacturing/flex fab), fixture design, Teamcenter data management, and functionality of prototype shop equipment.
What You'll Do
- Creates math data models of advanced, complex components, systems, and subsystems from provided specifications and background.
- Creates components and assemblies as necessitated by VAS (Vehicle Assembly Structure)
- Create Manufacturing and Fabrication Drawings within NX as required to build components and assemblies you have designed.
- Develop, refine, and finalize Criteria and Typical Sections
- Develops and Applies Standard Modeling Methods and Processes
- Applies Design for Assembly, Design for Manufacturing, and Best Practices with an Integration mindset to components and system designs.
- Facilitates and participates in Design Reviews, both scheduled and informal workstation reviews, as required.
- Documents and maintains material, mass, and other part specifications within the NX file.
- Independently integrates component subsystem into appropriate assembly structures.
- Performs appropriate studies/alternatives designs and participates in recommendations for program direction.
- Supports lessons learned, updating best practices, and learning sessions with program teams.
- Proactively communicates effectively with all stakeholders.
- Completes system/subsystem parts to meet timing requirements with quality.
- Supports product change management processes.
- 5 years of experience in product design or a related field
- B.S., A.S., or HS diploma with relevant work experience, technical course work/training or professional certifications
- Expert in NX, Teamcenter, Teamcenter Visualization
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Elevated level of Interpersonal skills to work effectively with others including global partners
- Elevated level of product design concepts and manufacturing processes (i.e. sheet metal fabrication, stamping, casting, machining, etc.) to support Vehicle Builds
- Ability to work independently to solve highly complex problems and lead teams to consensus when needed.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office tools
- Eligible to obtain Secret U.S. Security Clearance after hire.
- Candidate must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee or refugee).
- Expert Knowledge of Interior / Exterior design and development process
- A-Surface NX tools, Batavia School of Drafting / Philpot
- Complete Vehicle design experience
- DFA / DFM for low volume vehicle builds.
- Knowledge of commonly used materials and related properties
- Ability to synthesize design solutions for difficult problems.
- Understand packaging constraints and designing in context.
- Ability to apply advanced tool sets to increase robustness and efficiencies in designs.
- Capability to support multiple projects and adaptability to variable requirements
- Understanding of analysis tools
- Hands on experience with vehicle restoration, electrical/mechanical background, or related hobby experience with a demonstrable portfolio
- Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance as of the first day of work.
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., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc). This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis. The position is subject to export control restrictions and requires the successful candidate to be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee or refugee).
About GM
Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us
We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Benefits Overview
From day one, we're looking 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 that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.
All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire .
Accommodations
General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us or call us at . In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.