Senior Structural Hardware Engineer - ECU

Full-time

General Motors Proving Ground

Job Description
General Motors is at the forefront of the transformation of automotive with the electrification of our portfolio and the development of leading-edge central compute and autonomous capabilities. Our ECU Mechanical & Structural Design team is a dynamic, high-energy, and innovative group focused on developing robust mechanical architectures for next-generation ECUs (Electronic Control Units). The team is responsible for structural design, analysis, and validation of new ECU designs using engineering fundamentals, CAD, and CAE, while also reviewing and approving production design changes.
We are seeking a high-performing Structural CAE Hardware Engineer interested in leading the in-house development of electronics design. You will be responsible for the structural analysis, durability, and validation of electrical controllers and supporting hardware for our next-generation SDV (Software Defined Vehicle) architecture. This role requires strong collaboration with cross-functional and external partners.
What You’ll Do:
Translate CTQs / vehicle requirements into structural requirements and design constraints (vibration, shock, crash loads, mounting conditions, environmental exposure, etc.)
Develop and execute structural simulation models (linear/nonlinear FEA) to assess strength, stiffness, fatigue, and durability of ECU components and assemblies
Perform analyses for vibration, modal response, random vibration, mechanical shock, and mechanical integrity under various loading conditions
Evaluate and optimize designs for weight, stiffness, durability, and manufacturability
Support material selection, joint design, fasteners, and structural interfaces to ensure robust performance
Work with cross-functional teams (design, EE, manufacturing) to implement structural design improvements
Develop validation plans and correlate CAE results with physical test data (lab and vehicle level)
Provide structural inputs to DFMEA, DRBFM, and design reviews; clearly quantify risks, failure modes, and mitigations
Present analysis results, trade studies, and recommendations at PDTs, design reviews, and leadership updates
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):
BS in Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline) with strong focus on solid mechanics and structural analysis
5+ years of experience in structural analysis/design of electronic enclosures or similar systems (ECUs, automotive components, aerospace, or industrial products)
Hands-on experience with CAE/FEA tools (e.g., Abaqus, ANSYS Mechanical, Nastran, HyperMesh, or equivalent) and data analysis tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python, or similar)
Strong understanding of:
Stress, strain, deformation, and failure theories
Linear and nonlinear FEA, contact modeling, and material modeling
Fatigue, durability, and vibration analysis (modal, harmonic, random vibration)
Bolted joints, welds, snap fits, and other mechanical connections
Material behavior (metals, plastics, composites) under thermal and mechanical loading
Practical experience correlating CAE models to physical test results (vibration tables, shock testing, durability testing)
Ability to interpret system loads and boundary conditions and collaborate closely with design and test teams
Strong communication skills; able to present complex structural analyses clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to work across cross-functional and global teams and manage multiple programs in parallel
What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred):
MS or PhD in Mechanical Engineering (Structures/Mechanics) or related field
Automotive experience with vibration, durability, and environmental standards
Experience with ECU housing design, packaging, and mechanical integration
Familiarity with manufacturing processes (castings, injection molding, sheet metal, machining) and their structural implications
Experience integrating structural design into DFMEA/DRBFM/DFx processes
Knowledge of multi-physics interactions (structural + thermal coupling)
Prior work with ECU designs
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.
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