Job Description

Work Arrangement: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Markham Elevation Centre (MEC) or Oshawa Elevation Centre (OEC) three times per week, at minimum.

Vehicle Mechatronics Embedded Controls (VMEC) is responsible for designing, developing, and deploying the embedded controls and software for all vehicle systems and components that manage vehicle motion, vehicle access, vision & visibility and occupant position, protection, and comfort. 

The successful candidate will join Agile Scrum teams of approximately 10 members, responsible for developing Body Controls software & controls for all GM vehicles produced globally!  Our Scrum teams work in an Agile framework and are responsible for Requirements, Software Development, and Testing & Verification.  Our team is collaborative and will afford you the opportunity to work as part of a fun group whose product spans the entire GM portfolio! 

This role has multiple positions available in various areas of Body Controls such as Vehicle Lighting, Serial Data, Passive Authentication, Tire Pressure Monitoring, Power Glass and Shades, etc.  The successful candidate will have further discussion during the interview process to determine exact placement based on business needs and skillset of the candidate.

The Sub-System Lead Specialist (SSLE) is an individual contributor with recognized expertise responsible for tasks and work throughout the entire vehicle development lifecycle including requirements definition, design and implementation, testing, and problem resolution.  Agile, systems, software design and release, requirements and embedded controls development and calibration knowledge/experience are a definite plus.  You will work closely with multi-functional stakeholders (system engineers, software developers, testers, etc.) to support innovative technology development.  The drive and tenacity to grow technically and professionally while working on some of General Motor’s most exciting features is a must! 

Create and maintain Sub-System Technical Specifications (SSTS) and other requirements (Component Technical Requirements Specifications-CTRS, serial data, diagnostics, U-services, etc.) for applicable subsystems and ART software solutions using requirements management software (e.g. DOORS Next Gen, DOORS)

Create and maintain Behavior Technical Specifications (BTS) for applicable software solutions, following Behavior Driven Development (BDD) principles.  This includes leading triad meetings and discussions with key stakeholders

Develop and maintain blueprints and/or functional block diagrams for assigned software solutions

Design and Sustain Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) diagrams (e.g. Block Definition Diagram, Use-case Diagram, Activity Diagram, Internal Block Diagram) for responsible software solutions using Rhapsody

Establish and Uphold Subsystem/Solution Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEAs) using the FMEA Integration Tool (FIT).  Support the development and linking of Software Component FMEAs, Process FMEAs, and system FMEAs, when appropriate, by providing context of software related failure modes and contributions, with a focus on high severity items.

Collaborate cross-functionally with other SSLEs to ensure robust integration of subsystems/solutions, including failure mode discussions for interfaces between your subsystem/solutions to other subsystems/solutions

Create and update Calibration Bill of Materials (CalBOM) template for calibrations

Collaborate with Controls and Software Engineers to review controls design and/or software implementation, providing guidance to ensure compliance with requirements

Support definition and implementation of Testable Functionality Roll-Out Plan (TFRP)

Collaborate with Validation Engineers to support the creation of testable scenarios to ensure intent of BTS requirements is met with a robust test plan

Support the root cause analysis for applicable sub-system related issues and translate resolutions into new or revised requirements, as appropriate

Support the development of requirements related to OBD regulations or calibrations, as applicable

Support the development and tagging of safety requirements, based on rolldown from systems/systems safety, and regulatory requirements

Operate in agile development of software-related requirements as a key participant and stakeholder in scrum meetings and ART ceremonies (e.g. Daily Stand-Up, Iteration Planning, Iteration Review, and Program Increment Planning, etc.)

Create and maintain Features and Stories to manage requirements and specifications of sub-systems using change management tool (e.g. Jira) and complete stories by agreed timing

Review Owner’s Manual and Service information related to the applicable sub-system to ensure alignment with intended sub-system operation, if applicable

Provide guidance to support COSIM environment development

Provide guidance and input for feature design verification plan by working with System and/or Feature Owners and Validation Engineers

Support advanced technical work projects that drive future features and vehicle enhancements

Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications)

Bachelor’s Degree in Systems /Mechatronic/ Mechanical/ Controls/ Electrical/ Software or related engineering discipline

Technical Writing

Signal Mapping

Software FMEA

Minimum of 6+ years of relevant experience

Experience related to mechatronic systems or subsystems

Basic knowledge of controls theory and the software development process

Strong analytical problem-solving skills, including independent judgment and decision-making skills, where problems are very unusual and extremely difficult

Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills required to build relationships with team members and customers to solve problems and resolve issues

Physics-based understanding of the Voice-of-Customer (VOC), and Critical to Quality (CTQ) requirements.

Ability to effectively communicate issues, status and recommendations to leadership

Proven ability in project management skills, strong attention to details, and ability to teach others

Ability to prioritize work with limited direction

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

Masters or PhD in Engineering with an emphasis on Systems, Mechatronics, software or Controls

Experience with writing, interpreting or managing requirements

Experience with calibration, software, and controls development

Experience with requirements management tools (e.g., DNG, DOORS, etc.)

Experience with Behavior Driven Development (BDD), Test-Driven Development (TDD), Gherkin syntax

Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering and associated tools (e.g. Rhapsody)

Knowledge of risk-assessment tools, such as Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)

Experience leveraging simulation environments and plant modeling for testing or requirements generation (e.g., Matlab/Simulink, CarSim, GT-Power, D-Space, ETAS, etc.)

Experience with work management tools such as JIRA/JIRA Align, Azure, IBM Rational Team Concert, etc.

Experience with OBD regulations requirements

Experience with Agile methodologies

Experience with automotive regulations or safety critical systems

Experience with Microsoft Visio

Experience with automotive electrical architectures and/or software defined vehicles

Familiarity with vehicle network communication protocols and tools such as CAN, LIN, and SPI

Hardware I/O level controller knowledge

This job is not eligible for relocation benefits.  Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

Benefits Overview:

The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:

Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave.

Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits.

Life insurance plans to cover you and your family.

Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement.

GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family and friends.

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