Sr Product Design Release Engineer – Vehicle Closure System Lead Engineer

General Motors

Warren, Michigan, USA
Hybrid (3 days onsite)
Closure system technical leadership
Cross-functional team collaboration
Product development team leadership
General Motors is seeking a Sr Product Design Release Engineer to lead the design, engineering, integration, and release of vehicle closure systems at their Warren, Michigan facility. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in vehicle system development, proven leadership skills, and the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment

Job Summary

  • This role is categorized as hybrid, meaning the selected candidate will be expected to work on‑site at the Warren Tech Center at least three days per week.
  • In this role, you will serve as both a technical leader and system integrator, partnering closely with cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑quality, manufacturable, and innovative closure solutions from concept through launch.
  • 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.

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General Motors is seeking a Sr Product Design Release Engineer to lead the design, engineering, integration, and release of vehicle closure systems at their Warren, Michigan facility. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in vehicle system development, proven leadership skills, and the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Closure system technical leadership
  • Cross-functional team collaboration
  • Product Development Team leadership
  • Dimensional strategy development
  • Automotive regulations knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • Thrives in complex environments
  • Passionate about world-class systems
  • Balancing technical depth and execution
  • Innovative solutions development

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering
  • Minimum 5+ years Design Release Engineer experience
  • Experience across all vehicle program phases
  • Proven leadership and influencing skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Experience with global OEMs and suppliers
  • Knowledge of body manufacturing processes

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