Chief Thermal Architect
Job Location:
Warren, OH - USA
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Job Summary
Job Description
At General Motors our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen but to be felt. Were turning todays impossible into tomorrows standard from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design intelligent software and next-generation safety and entertainment features.
Every day our products move millions of peopleas we aim to makedriving safer smarter and more connected shaping the future of transportation on a global scale.
The Role:
TheChiefThermalArchitectis a recognized and respected technical leader responsible forarchitectingdeveloping and strategically integrating advancedunderhoodunderbodyandcabinthermal systems. This role is pivotalforensuring GMremainsat the forefront ofthermalsystemsperformanceand efficiency. You will collaborate withCabin ComfortPropulsionElectrical Chassisand Systems Engineering teams as well asseveral Performance Integration teams DesignStudioandvarioussupport areas.You will be responsibletoleaddevelopment of thermalsolutions thatoptimizeperformanceand efficiencyintegratenew technologyreduce cost and massoperatereliablyenhancevehicle capabilityandenablevehicle assembly and service.
WhatYoullDo
Performvery earlynewprogram architecting including:
developoptimumthermal architecture for the program
determineproperBOM solutionsandpromoteanynew technologyinsertionas appropriate
establish vehicle criteria to enable thermal system performance
establishpreliminarythermalsystem sizing
identifysignificant architectural sizingconcerns
Provide initial cost estimates and PCS picks for early AVD Studies
Work with architects from other areas(Body Chassisetc). to create a winning vehicle solution
Represent AVD inearly studies aroundspecificarchitecture ideation and/orcross-program workgroups
Support Systems Engineering inestablishingasystem-level approach and mechanizations for thermal systems.
Support benchmarking activities of other OEMs and be well-versed in the thermal strategies of major competitors
Drive alignment ofoverallthermalsubsystem strategies to balance performance efficiency cost and integration requirements
Ensure we are executingETL/TSstrategies throughPeer Reviews AVD Design Review and otherinformal discussions
IdentifyAVD-related BP gaps and work with ETL/TSs toaddress them
Mentor less experienced Thermal AVD DREstohelp them resolve significant issuesandteach them the technology.Be visible and available on the floor.
Continuously improve AVD subsystem specific technical tools andwork with VDDV to improve analysismethods that enable excellentand efficientprogram work on time with quality.
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
12 years of experience inthermal systems
Expertiseinthermalsystems integration and thermal management technologies.
Strong understanding ofAVD processes and workflow
Proven ability to lead cross-functional engineering teams and manage complex projects.
Excellent communication skillsand managerial couragefor conveying technical conceptsand negotiating vehicle trade-offswithleadership and peers.
Strong mentoring/teaching skills
Bachelors degree in engineering
What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications).
Prior roles asThermal AVSE/VSEEngineering Technical Leader (ETL) Technical Specialist or Architect
Established relationships withinterfacing groupsrelated to this role (Vehicle Architecture Systems Engineering VDDV AeroDesign StudioETLs/TSsetc)
Recognized technical contributions through patents or publications.
DFSS Master Black Belt Certification.
Masters degree in Engineering.
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