Job Description
This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Pontiac Engineering Center three times per week, at minimum [or other frequency dictated by the business].
The Role:
General Motors is at the forefront of transitioning personal transportation. To enable this transition, we are looking for motivated and enthusiastic individuals to create our next generation stack mechanical components, primarily bipolar plates. You will need to have thorough knowledge and understanding, be creative, take initiative as well as use a high level of independent discernment with respect to bipolar plate design features and its interaction with stack components.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities):
Responsible for development and analysis of fuel cell stack related components- specifically bipolar plate (BPP), test hardware design and test method development. The individual will receive general direction from supervisor; but will need to exercise independent judgment and solution development.
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Support design and development of next generation stack mechanical components, primarily bipolar plate.
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Plan and guide specifications aimed at developing new bipolar plate and flow field designs. Work with designers and VDDV team to execute the design of a bipolar plate meeting stack requirements.
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Lead broader engineering teams for method development of CFD, FEA, material modeling and seal analysis for BPP, stack component design and integration, new concept proposals, design challenge /optimization, and manufacturing process.
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Collaborate with external suppliers through SODWs to design, develop and deliver on time BPP parts to support program needs.
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Deriving component and part design specifications based on customer and application needs that include risk mitigation measures such as DFMEA and DRBFM.
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Coordinate and manage work timeline between multiple suppliers to deliver final product.
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Oversee supplier relations to ensure best practices and quality for our products.
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Development of test methods and set up of test hardware
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Conducting a variety of testing in a lab environment
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Present data to broader team
Additional Job Description
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):
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Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or Materials Science
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2+ years of post-graduation experience in technical field
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Ability to interface with FEA, CFD or other analysis team members to compare test results to analysis
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High level of project management skills
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Experience developing test hardware by working with designers
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Must function well in engineering design team environment and have experience working with test engineering, and other engineering teams
What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
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Master of Science Degree, PhD
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Experience with fuel cell or electrified systems
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High level of interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with domestic and international business partners
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Organized with strong attention to detail
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Ability to create and present information to leadership, peers, customers and suppliers in a clear and concise manner
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 aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. 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. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Benefits Overview
The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
• Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
• Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;
• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
• Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.
Diversity Information
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statements
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