Engineering Designer- Bumper, Fascia, grille and Trim components.

Job Description

This role is categorized as hybrid. The selected candidate will be expected to work on-site at the Warren Tech Center at least three days per week, or as otherwise determined by the hiring leader.

• This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

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. We’re turning today’s impossible into tomorrow’s 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 people as we aim to make driving safer, smarter, and more connected, shaping the future of transportation on a global scale..

About the Role

General Motors is seeking a skilled Designer to support the design and development of bumper, fascia, grille, and trim components. In this role, you will use advanced computer-aided design (CAD) tools and data-management systems to create and optimize vehicle exterior designs that meet styling, engineering, packaging, and manufacturing requirements.

This role follows a hybrid work arrangement and requires onsite work in Warren, Michigan, in accordance with GM’s hybrid work policy.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop bumper, fascia, grille, and trim components from concept through production.

• Create 3D models and assemblies using NX CAD software.

• Manage and maintain design data in Siemens Teamcenter, ensuring data integrity, configuration control, and version management.

• Consider manufacturing requirements and processes, including extrusion, injection molding, stamping, and machining, during design development.

• Conduct virtual integration and visualization mockups to evaluate design feasibility, appearance, packaging, and vehicle integration.

• Participate in design reviews and provide technical recommendations to cross-functional teams.

• Prepare and present design concepts, technical specifications, and status updates using Microsoft Office applications.

• Troubleshoot design and integration issues and develop effective solutions throughout the product development lifecycle.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for product design processes and tools.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering technology, design engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

• Experience designing or developing automotive exterior components, particularly bumpers, fascias, grilles, or trim.

• Advanced proficiency with NX or comparable CAD software.

• Experience using Siemens Teamcenter or a comparable product data-management system.

• Working knowledge of extrusion, injection molding, stamping, and machining processes.

• Experience with virtual integration, visualization mockups, or comparable digital vehicle-integration tools.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Strong communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

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. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

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