Engineering Design Lead Technical- Instrument Panel, Floor Console

About the role:

Technical Leadership and Team Development

Technical Execution and Program Leadership

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline; or equivalent relevant experience.
• Advanced proficiency in NX CAD modeling and virtual vehicle integration.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle systems, packaging, manufacturing processes, and design release requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams, influence cross-functional stakeholders, and deliver results in a fast-paced vehicle development environment.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, technical leadership, and decision-making skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting vehicle development through multiple GVDP cycles.
• Knowledge of GM design standards, math methodologies, and data management systems.
• Experience leading Instrument Panel, Floor Console, interior component, subsystem, or vehicle integration activities across multiple vehicle programs.
• 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. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

Sponsorship:

Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction, coaching, and daily work guidance to Designers.
• Drive understanding and application of system and subsystem requirements within assigned Instrument Panel and Floor Console areas.
• Ensure effective use of GM CAD and data management systems.
• Lead the development, refinement, and release of Criteria and Typical Sections.
• Establish ownership and consistency of Standard Modeling Methods and Virtual Integration Methods.
• Promote adherence to design processes and best practices, including Standard Modeling Methods, Clearance Analysis, Vehicle Assembly Structure (VAS), and Global Data Security requirements.
• Coach team members in Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and vehicle integration principles.
• Support completion and proper interpretation of NX analyses.
• Share lessons learned and drive continuous improvement through best-practice updates, training, and mentoring.
• Facilitate and participate in Design Reviews, Virtual Reviews, Program Development Team (PDT) meetings, and cross-functional workgroups.
• Develop and validate virtual integration solutions for Instrument Panel and Floor Console components, subsystems, and vehicle-level applications.
• Maintain accurate material, mass, and part specification data within math models.
• Collaborate with CAE teams to evaluate studies and incorporate design improvements.
• Provide technical expertise on GVDP requirements, math fidelity expectations, and Global Math Fidelity Template deliverables.
• Support integration of Instrument Panel and Floor Console designs into the overall vehicle architecture.
• Conduct design studies, evaluate alternatives, and provide technical recommendations for program decisions.
• Drive the quality and timing of design releases in support of GVDP milestones and program deliverables.
• Identify and resolve technical issues while balancing requirements, packaging, manufacturing constraints, cost, craftsmanship, and vehicle performance.