Engineering Group Leader - Suspension Systems Engineering, Safety & Validation (GPSSC)
At a glance
AI generatedTL;DR
As a Senior Manager of Suspension Systems Engineering, Safety, and Validation within the Global Systems Engineering organization at General Motors, you will lead critical engineering activities across multiple vehicle programs. Your responsibilities include providing technical direction, managing project risks, and ensuring compliance with safety standards while fostering an inclusive team environment. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to drive robust systems engineering practices, including requirements management, DFMEAs, validation plans, and technical reviews. Essential skills for this role include a deep understanding of suspension systems, real-time control systems, vehicle integration, and GM’s specific systems engineering methodologies. Additionally, you should have extensive experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams and delivering complex projects within tight timelines, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Skills
What you'll do
- Lead suspension systems engineering, safety, and validation activities across multiple vehicle programs.
- Provide technical direction and project management oversight for risk management and team performance.
- Drive robust systems engineering practices including requirements, DFMEAs, and safety artifacts.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and deliver safe, compliant systems.
- Build a high-performing organization through coaching, accountability, and continuous improvement.
What we're looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering with 8+ years of relevant experience in automotive systems.
- Proven people leadership and ability to manage cross-functional engineering teams.
- Strong knowledge of GM systems engineering practices, including requirements flow down and DFMEAs.
- Working knowledge of suspension systems, vehicle integration, and validation methods.
- Demonstrated success leading major Systems Engineering and System Safety trade-offs.
- Direct leadership experience over multi-disciplinary teams delivering content across multiple programs.
- Familiarity with KPI dashboards and continuous improvement methods for system safety execution.
Employer
About General Motors (GM)
General Motors (GM) is a leading American multinational automotive corporation founded in 1908 and headquartered in Detroit, Michigan.
General Motors (GM) currently has 106 open roles on FindRole.
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