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Virtual Calibration Functional Specialist- Propulsion Thermal

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Remote or Hybrid
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Remote or Hybrid
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Senior level
The Virtual Calibration Functional Specialist will lead virtual calibration efforts for propulsion thermal systems, collaborating with multiple teams, developing simulation strategies, and conducting in-vehicle and lab calibration work.
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Description
Hybrid Position: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Markham Elevation Centre (MEC) or Oshawa Elevation Centre (OEC) a minimum of three times per week.
THE ROLE
We are seeking a motivated candidate for the new role of Virtual Calibration Functional Specialist - Propulsion Thermal.
  • In this role, you will be responsible for championing the move to virtual calibration by leading adoption and refinement of simulation tools and environments for the Propulsion Thermal Calibration team.
  • The position involves in-vehicle, lab and virtual work - as needed to effectively develop the calibration environment.
  • This position is highly collaborative, involving partner teams throughout VDDV, Vehicle Performance, Validation, SMT's and VMEC. You will be expected to work with cross-functional teams, and will be expected to handle multiple projects/priorities.
  • Travel requirements of up to 10% per year are to be expected. Typical travel locations in the US include Michigan, Colorado, California, Arizona.

Core Responsibilities
  • Develop and communicate requirements for calibration work, setting direction on priorities for the cross-functional team and providing feedback to the SIL and VDDV teams on model/environment quality such that simulation outputs are aligned with vehicle and hardware-in-the-loop (HiL) setups.
  • Conduct calibration work using virtual simulations, developing strategies that will feed into the development of Calibration procedures, simulation configurations, and validation results.
  • Lead the evaluation of CoSimulation packages, including data reviews, simulation behavioural tests, automation methods, and authoring/execution of comprehensive test plans to assess software and simulation products at different system levels.
  • Support continuous improvement of simulation fidelity and calibration efficiency.
  • Lead, Innovate, and develop new ways of completing calibration standard work using Lab, Virtual or other methods.
  • Mentor modeling engineers and virtual calibration team on how to create efficient, well-correlated models and test plans. Provide expertise and guidance to the team to identify and resolve product problems; contribute and guide the team knowledge base so corner case situations and other learnings can be retained and shared.
  • Participate in product design and development teams and regularly present analysis results to engineering peers and management.

Additional Description
Required Skills & Experience:
  • BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or other relevant degree related to the role.
  • Strong knowledge of xEV Thermal Systems
  • 5+ years of relevant SW Calibration experience. Experience with physics, behavioral and/or hardware modeling is an asset.
  • Excellent multi-functional communication and leadership skills with Proven ability to work in teams, and a demonstrated ability to get multiple teams moving in the same direction.
  • High comfort with ambiguity, developing new capabilities, and creating new standard work
  • Ability to travel to the US

Additional Skills and Qualifications:
  • Strong knowledge of the bevHEAT Thermal System
  • Familiarity with system tools or controls integration CAE tools such as GT-Power, AMESIM, CarSim, CarMaker, MATLAB/SIMULINK, ETAS ASCMO.
  • Familiarity with simulation data management (SDM) systems like Teamcenter and RTC.
  • Familiarity with version control systems (VCS) tools like Git, SVN and TFS

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.
Benefits Overview
The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:
  • Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave.
  • Healthcare, dental and vision benefits including health care spending account and wellness incentive.
  • Life insurance plans to cover you and your family.
  • Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement.
  • Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values.
  • Tuition Assistance and Employee Assistance Program.
  • GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family and friends.

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Amesim
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Etas Ascmo
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Simulink
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