Senior Automation Engineer – Charging at GM

Job DescriptionWork Classification:Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Milford Michigan three times per week at minimum.The Role:At General Motors we envision a future with zero crashes zero emissions and zero congestion. We are on a mission to create the next generation of vehicle compute platforms. As part of this transformative effort we are redefining how automotive software is developed deployed and monitored establishing a ubiquitous connection between vehicles and cloud-edge resources.We are seeking an energetic candidate for the position of Charging Automation engineer within GMs Vehicle Mechatronic Embedded Controls End to End Charging Verification group at the Milford Proving Ground (MPG). This role provides the opportunity to work cohesively with a group of engineers responsible for the integration of electrification systems features and controls. It involves in-vehicle and hardware in loop (HIL) bench work for both planned and unplanned testing and collaboration with calibration algorithm/software and controls engineers. The ideal candidate will have an extensive background in automated and manual testing particularly with Autobot and has a deep understanding of web and mobile application testing CI/CD pipelines as well as electrification feature knowledge. They will exhibit excellent leadership and collaboration as well along with vehicle and instrumentation troubleshooting skills and serving as a mentor to others.What Youll Do:Automation Development: Design implement and maintain automated test scripts for vehicle charging features using Python Autobot and GitHubQuality Assurance Leadership: Define and enforce quality standards create test plans and develop testing strategies for web and mobile applications and charging featuresIntegrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines using platforms like GitHub actions to ensure continuous delivery of high-quality testingPromote efficiencies via tool development and identify redundancies / gapsIdentify additional automation virtualization opportunities and lead their implementationDefect Tracking and Reporting: Identify log and track defects using tools like JIRA/Problem Resolution Tracking System (PRTS) and work closely with stakeholders to resolve issues efficientlyCollaboration: Work with product managers developers feature owners and quality engineers to understand requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverageMentorship: Guide and mentor others in processes best practices frameworks and toolsSafety: Adhere to all safety precautions and requirements and treat safety as the top priority during all work activitiesYour Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering or related5 years of relevant technical experience with at least three in automation/scriptingStrong Python programming skillsStrong understanding of mobile application ecosystems including Android and iOS environmentsExperience with CI/CD pipelines and tools like Jenkins GitHub or Azure DevOpsUnderstanding/experience with version control systems such as GitStrong analytical problem-solving skills including independent judgment and decision-making skills where problems are very unusual and extremely difficultAbility to effectively communicate issues status and recommendations to leadershipAct with urgency and time management skills to meet deliverables and manage multiple projects and unplanned workDemonstrated communication and interpersonal skills required to build relationships with team members and customers to solve problems and resolve issuesTechnical leadership and mentoring skillsAbility to prioritize work with limited directionValid drivers license and ability to pass MPG advanced drivers trainingWhat Can Give You a Competitive Advantage (Preferred Qualifications):Master or PhD degree in Engineering8 years of test automation experience including developing automated tests for web and mobile applications3 years of experience with electrification calibration and controls experienceProficient with INCA / MDA / CANalyzer / Vehicle SpyKnowledge of vehicle and feature development along with engineering test proceduresUnderstanding of Vehicle Electrical Architecture and Subsystem/Features in vehicle chargingExperience working with vehicles / HIL benches and integration issuesExperience with serial data buses including LIN CAN GMLAN and EthernetKnowledge of GM electrical architectures (e.g. VIP SDV) and on-vehicle serial protocolsHigh voltage or electrified vehicle safety training and hands on experienceMechanical and controls aptitudeExcellent planner complex problem solver and ability to manage multiple projectsProject leadershipCertification in quality assurance and / or test automationBenefits:Benefits: GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical dental vision Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Accounts retirement savings plan sickness and accident benefits life insurance paid vacation & holidays tuition assistance programs employee assistance program GM vehicle discounts and more.Relocation:This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

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