Software Controls Engineer

Job Description

Work Classification:

Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Milford, Michigan three times per week, at minimum.

The Role:

 We are seeking highly motivated and innovative professionals to develop advanced controls and software.  The role involves designing cutting-edge embedded control and estimation algorithms using data-driven methods, advanced model-based control strategies, and leveraging telemetry and data analytics techniques.

As part of a high-performance team, you will collaborate across disciplines to drive innovation in next-generation control technologies. Strong technical expertise in embedded controls, software development, and the ability to communicate complex ideas effectively are essential. If you're passionate about shaping the future of automotive and non-automotive control applications, we encourage you to apply

What You'll do:

• Development of advanced control and estimation algorithms, ensuring robustness, efficiency, and scalability across multiple domains, including vehicle dynamics, propulsion, energy management, and thermal systems.

• Contribute to technology roadmaps, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and integrating new methodologies, such as model-based and data-driven approaches.

• Develop, test, and validate embedded control software using industry-standard tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, HIL, SIL, vehicle testing) to ensure performance, safety, and regulatory compliance.

• Analyze system behavior, conduct AFMEA, and implement diagnostic and prognostic strategies to enhance system reliability and predictive capabilities.

• Define and refine control system requirements in collaboration with systems engineers, architects, and technical specialists, ensuring seamless integration into production environments.

• Support and contribute to technical mentorship, knowledge sharing, and process improvements to enhance team efficiency and expertise.

• Protect intellectual property by developing and documenting innovative solutions through patents and technical publications.

• Ensure project milestones, software development cycles, and validation strategies align with organizational goals, maintaining high-quality execution and adherence to safety standards.

• Work closely with hardware teams to assess sensing sufficiency and incorporate learnings from design analysis into robust control algorithms.

• Participate in issue resolution initiatives, leveraging data analytics, telemetry, and testing feedback to refine and optimize control solutions.

• This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, shaping the future of control systems across automotive and non-automotive applications.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):

• Bachelor's degree in software, Computer Science, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

• 2+ years of embedded software/controls development experience

• Development / testing experience on SIL/HIL or other virtual environments

• In depth knowledge of control algorithm / software development and diagnostic strategy for thermal management system

• Skilled with software coding (C-language), Simulink/Stateflow, GIT environment(s), plant modeling, Python, C++

• Ability to manage time and meet deliverable timing is critical

• High analytical ability, effective communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills required to build relationships with local and global team members and customers to resolve issues

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

• Master's degree in software, Computer Science, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

• 5+ years of embedded software/controls development experience

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.   

Relocation:

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

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