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Design Release Engineer - Vehicle Structures

Full-time

General Motors Proving Ground

Job 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.

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 .

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