Entry-Level Hardware Electrical Design

Job Description

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Work Arrangement:

Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Metro Detroit, MI three times per week, at minimum or other frequency dictated by the business.

The Role:

Join our Vehicle Software and Electronics Engineering organization as an Electrical Hardware Design and Validation Engineer, where you will be a key contributor to the development and deployment of future automotive displays, connectivity, compute, and electrical systems. You'll be at the heart of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team, pushing the boundaries of automotive technology by designing innovative electrical systems and modules for next-generation electric vehicle and/or internal combustion engine platforms. This is an opportunity to shape the future of compute, connectivity, and electrical systems within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities):

• Design, develop, and validate electrical hardware, systems and schematics for automotive vehicle programs

• Collaborate closely with mechanical, software, and manufacturing engineering teams to integrate electrical components seamlessly

• Generate detailed documentation including wiring diagrams, schematics, PCB layouts, bills of material (BOMs), and test procedures

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to electrical and hardware systems during build, integration, and testing phases

• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations, standards, and company policies

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in cost, electrical design, reliability, and manufacturability

Opportunities Include:

• Leading the integration of the assigned harnesses/cables within the vehicle architecture

• Supporting PCB layout, component selection, and system prototyping activities from board to enclosure level of integration

• Develop and test components for EMC and environmental performance

• Perform validation of audio quality, connectivity, reception, and RF regulatory certifications

• Develop and test interior displays and infotainment systems

• Harness optimization for cost, mass, vehicle integration and manufacturing

Required Qualifications:

• Pursuit of a Bachelor's degree in one of the following areas: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related degree

• Must be graduating between Dec 2025 – June 2026

• Able to work fulltime, 40 hours per week

What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

• Hands-on experience with embedded systems, microcontrollers, and communication protocols (CAN, RS-485, Ethernet, etc.)

• Demonstratable knowledge in electrical system design, schematics, and documentation

• Knowledge of safety compliance standards (UL, CE, ISO 13849, etc.)

• Experience with rapid prototyping and iterative development cycles

• Familiarity with simulation tools for circuit analysis (SPICE, MATLAB/Simulink)

• Solid understanding of analog and digital circuits, PCB layout, PLC Control, and component selection

• Familiarity with industry-standard tools such as Altium Designer, OrCAD, Siemens NX, Capital, or CAD design tools

Compensation: The base salary will be based on factors relevant to the position, as well as geography of the selected candidate.

• Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.​

Benefits:

• GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.

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