Mechanical Hardware Engineer – CAD, Prototyping & Reliability Testing

Job Description About the Team Compute & Connectivity Hardware (CCH) is part of GM’s Software & Services organization and owns the hardware foundation for GM’s software-defined vehicles. The team develops and integrates the compute, connectivity, networking, and electronic platforms that support vehicle intelligence, infotainment, ADAS, mechatronic controls, connected services, and over-the-air experiences.

CCH work spans architecture, requirements, hardware design, embedded systems, cybersecurity, functional safety, integration, validation, launch, and field performance. Our engineers collaborate across software, systems, controls, vehicle engineering, suppliers, and manufacturing to solve complex technical problems and deliver reliable, production-ready hardware across GM’s vehicle portfolio.

General Motors is at the forefront of the transformation of automotive with the electrification of our portfolio and the development of leading-edge central compute and autonomous capabilities. Our Central Compute Hardware (CCH) Mechanical Design team is a dynamic, innovative group focused on developing enclosures, mechanical assemblies, and test solutions for next-generation electronics used across future ICE and EV vehicles manufactured by GM.

The team develops mechanical, structural, thermal, and test solutions for compute-related electronics using fundamental engineering principles, Siemens NX CAD, basic analysis, hands-on prototyping, and laboratory testing. We collaborate with program teams, electrical design, vehicle packaging, manufacturing, suppliers, and specialized analysis and test organizations to mature designs and resolve issues quickly.

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