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Through a human-centered design process, we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen, but to be felt. We’re turning today’s impossible into tomorrow’s standard -from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design, intelligent software, and next-generation safety and entertainment features.\nEvery day, our products move millions of people as we aim to make driving safer, smarter, and more connected, shaping the future of transportation on a global scale.\nThe Role\nThe Interior Components Studio Design Engineer is responsible for integrating and balancing interior components with Design in partnership with Architecture, SMT, Performance, Human Factors, and Manufacturing. This role works at the earliest stages of the vehicle development process, supporting the integration of innovative technology and advanced design at the systems level.\nThe ideal candidate brings a passion for the automotive industry, strong technical judgment, creativity, and initiative, along with the ability to balance customer needs, engineering requirements, and design intent.\nThis position may be filled with a Lead Studio Design Engineer or Studio Design Engineer. The level for this role will be determined based on the selected candidate’s qualifications, skills, and experience.\nWhat You’ll Do (Responsibilities)\nCreate, refine, and finalize engineering criteria in collaboration with creative design partners on customer facing interior components\nLead development of integrated engineering solutions to resolve packaging issues while protecting design aesthetic\nUse physical and mathematical models to evaluate alternatives and support design decisions\nApply DFSS methodologies to manage tradeoffs involving cost, mass, timing, assembly, dimensional variation, and other program requirements\nIntegrate regional and global requirements and develop alternatives to support brand and market needs\nCommunicate proactively with team members to resolve challenges within Expert Team meetings for assigned areas\nEnsure packaging and studio models align with customer-facing targets, including spaciousness, visibility, occupant accommodation, storage, cargo, and access\nLead cross-functional surface and integration meetings, including CITs and Surface Workgroups\nDrive issue resolution and escalation for assigned areas of responsibility\nSupport technical development of design surfaces in digital models, full-size clay models, clinic properties, and VR/MR mockups\nBenchmark competitive vehicles to ensure package competitiveness in section size, clearances, component locations, component size, and functional performance\nDevelop meeting agendas and publish meeting minutes\nCreate NX models to guide surface development\nMaintain and strengthen NX modeling skills\nIncorporate Voice of the Customer into package design\nDevelop space claims and package solutions that maximize space utilization and meet customer needs\nSupport Math Virtual Assessments and Synch Point reviews\nYour Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications): Lead Studio Design Engineer\nBachelor of Science in Engineering or other relevant degree\n5+ years of experience in a related area\nUnderstanding of engineering theory and automotive design principles\nStrong oral and written communication skills\nDemonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively\nAbility to integrate complex systems with a strong passion for design\nStrong analytical skills with the ability to solve unusual or complex problems\nStrong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively across functions\nFamiliarity with manufacturing processes\nExperience with CAD, including Unigraphics/NX\nBasic understanding of engineering specifications\nEquivalent established substitute may be considered, including technical associate background plus Michigan Tech University DE Certificate during the DE transition period\nYour Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications): Studio Design Engineer\nBachelor of Science in Engineering or other relevant degree\n2+ years of experience in a related area\nUnderstanding of engineering theory and automotive design principles\nExcellent oral and written communication skills\nProven ability to work both independently and collaboratively\nAbility to integrate complex systems with a strong passion for design\nAdvanced analytical skills for solving unusual or difficult problems\nEffective interpersonal skills for cross-functional teamwork\nFamiliarity with automotive manufacturing processes\nProficiency in CAD, specifically Unigraphics\nWorking knowledge of engineering specifications\nWhat Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)\nExperience in interior component design and engineering\nCoursework in statistics, mechanics of materials, vehicle/occupant packaging, or integrated design\n\nGM 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).\n\nThis 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}.\n\nThis job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.\n\nAbout GM\nOur 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.\nWhy Join Us\nWe 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.\nBenefits Overview\nFrom day one, we're looking out for your well-being-at work and at home-so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources.\nNon-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)\nGeneral Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.\nAll employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.\nWe encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire.\nAccommodations\nGeneral Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us or call us at 1-800-865-7580. 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