Hardware Design Engineer

Description
Hybrid:
This role is categorized as hybrid. The successful candidate is expected to report to Warren, MI three times per week, at minimum, or as dictated by business needs.
Relocation:
This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
The Role
General Motors is undergoing a major transformation, both in how we operate and in how we will influence the future of transportation in the EV realm. Our Software Services team is on the forefront of this work, emboldening our culture by seeking out determined, innovative individuals who will join our team to help move us forward and achieve our mission.
We are seeking a hands-on, versatile Hardware Design Engineer to support the development of innovative electrical and mechanical systems. This role blends electrical hardware design, wiring design, and mechanical integration-ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced, collaborative environment and enjoys solving complex, cross-disciplinary problems.
What You'll Do
Hardware Design & Development:

• Design and develop electrical hardware systems, including PCB layout and schematic capture.

• Create wiring diagrams and harness layouts for prototype and production systems.

• Support mechanical design and integration efforts across various platforms.

Prototyping & Testing:

• Assemble and test hardware prototypes, including soldering surface-mount and through-hole components.

• Conduct lab-based testing and validation of hardware systems.

• Develop basic automation and testing scripts using Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or Python.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with electrical, mechanical, and software teams to bring concepts to life.

• Participate in design reviews and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, or a related field.

• 3-7 years of relevant engineering experience.

• 1+ years of hands-on experience as an electronics technician or similar.

• Experience with PCB design tools such as KiCAD, ExpressPCB, or similar.

• Proficient in soldering and technician-level tasks (e.g., wire crimping, mechanical assembly).

• Familiarity with prototyping and testing hardware in lab environments.

• Basic coding skills in Python and microcontroller platforms (Arduino, Raspberry Pi).

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience with hardware integration in automotive or robotics applications.

• Familiarity with automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, SPI).

• Exposure to mechanical CAD tools and design for manufacturability.

• Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills.

Who You Are:

• Curious, resourceful, and not afraid to get your hands dirty.

• Comfortable switching between electrical and mechanical tasks.

• A team player who communicates well and enjoys building cool stuff.

Travel:
Minimal travel may be required between local sites.
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., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)
This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}.
This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
About GM
Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us
We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
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