Design Release Engineer - Vehicle Structures

Description

This role is categorized as hybrid. The selected candidate will be expected to work on-site at the Warren Tech Center at least three days per week, or as otherwise determined by the hiring leader.

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

At General Motors, our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process, we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen, but to be felt. We’re turning today’s impossible into tomorrow’s standard —from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design, intelligent software, and next-generation safety and entertainment features.  

Every day, our products move millions of people as we aim to make driving safer, smarter, and more connected, shaping the future of transportation on a global scale..

About the Role:

At General Motors, we’re redefining the future of mobility—and that starts with how we design and engineer our vehicles. We are seeking motivated, forward-thinking Design Release Engineers to help shape the next generation of vehicle structures.

In this role, you’ll have end-to-end ownership of components within Body/Chassis structures, driving design, development, validation, and launch across the full vehicle lifecycle. You’ll work on highly visible programs, partnering cross-functionally to deliver innovative, high-quality solutions that meet performance, cost, and timing targets.

If you’re energized by solving complex engineering challenges and want to make a direct impact on production vehicles, this is an opportunity to grow your technical depth and influence within a global engineering organization.

What You’ll Do

Own the design release and execution of body/chassis structure components from concept through production

Lead technical development for components and/or new technologies within vehicle programs

Drive engineering decisions by balancing performance, cost, weight, and timing

Conduct design analysis and validate designs through testing and development activities

Collaborate cross-functionally with design studio, manufacturing, purchasing, quality, and suppliers

Support prototype builds, vehicle integration, and production launch activities

Identify and implement product improvements and cost reduction opportunities

Ensure components meet GM technical standards, safety requirements, and quality expectations

Communicate complex technical topics clearly to leadership and stakeholders

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field

2+ years of engineering experience in product development or design

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in Body/Chassis structure components or related systems

Knowledge of DFMEA, GD&T, and Design for Six Sigma methodologies

Familiarity with advanced materials (e.g., high-strength steel, alloys) and manufacturing processes

Understanding of FMVSS crash and regulatory requirements

Strong problem-solving, communication, and project management skills

Why Join GM

Work on cutting-edge vehicle programs that reach customers globally

Gain end-to-end product ownership and exposure to full vehicle development cycles

Collaborate with a diverse network of engineering, manufacturing, and design experts

Build your technical expertise while developing leadership capabilities

Grow your career within a world-class engineering organization

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.

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