Senior Software Engineer - Virtualization and SIL Integration
General Motors · Milford, Michigan, United States of America ·
- Seniority
- Senior
- Category
- Software engineering
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Company size
- 1000+
General Motors · Milford, Michigan, United States of America ·
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Builds virtual in-the-loop environments for embedded controllers in GM’s propulsion, battery, chassis, and body systems using MATLAB/Simulink, C/C++, and automotive communication stacks.
Job Description
Work Arrangement:
Hybrid:
This role is categorized as hybrid. The selected candidate is expected to report to Milford, MI at least three days per week (Tuesday–Thursday).
Our Mission:
General Motors is undergoing a major transformation, both in how we operate and in how we will influence the future of transportation. As we move towards our ZERO ZERO ZERO vision for the future, we are on the forefront of this work and seeking out driven, innovative individuals who will join our team to help achieve our mission.
The Role:
We are currently looking for experienced and motivated candidates for the role of Virtualization and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) Integration Engineer to support our Test Environment Agile Release Train (SIL ART).
This role is part of a group responsible for creating virtual in-the-loop environments to enable development, verification and validation of embedded controllers and calibrations for the following domains:
Propulsion Thermal Management System
Battery Management System
Chassis and Brake Controls
Body Electronics and Controls including vehicle access, occupant comfort, occupant protection, lighting, visibility and vehicle State
The Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) Simulation Integration Engineers (SIE) are ultimately responsible to deliver a quality simulation environment on time to meet the customers’ requirements. This position requires an individual with a passion for modeling, an adept knowledge of system simulation and integration, and demonstrated capability for managing a wide variety of technical and customer needs.
What You'll Do:
Lead the development and integration of cosimulation components to satisfy the end user test requirements.
Create virtual controller models to be used across different simulations.
Create, maintain and test virtual controller components such as HWIO, RTOS, communication models, etc.
Obtain, develop & parameterize sub-system models, such as sensors and actuators, and ECU behavioral models.
Work with development engineers to understand new feature requirements, address issues, and ensure proper implementation.
Work with System Engineers to define SIMBOMs (the required cosimulation assets) based on the test requirements.
Integrate Plant models and other ECU models into a dynamic virtual simulation.
Create and maintain detailed documents for each release.
Provide support for released simulations and assist with user testing and troubleshooting.
Provide technical support and guidance to other team members.
Ensure the cosimulation environments are delivered with quality.
Support cloud deployments.
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):
Bachelor of Science degree in one of the following disciplines: Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
2+ years of software engineering experience.
Proficient in Embedded C, C++ and Python.
Competent with embedded controls software and the automated software build processes including gcc compiler, gdb debugger, Eclipse, Jenkins and ETAS INCA tools.
Adept experience with MATLAB and Simulink in context of plant model development and integration and basic usage of additional simulation tools (e.g. GT-Power, AMESIM, CarSim).
Proficient in automotive communication technologies such as CAN, LIN, SPI and automotive ethernet.
Familiar with FMU/FMI standards and SSP.
Familiar with AUTOSAR Layered Software Architecture.
What Can Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
Master’s degree in a field of Engineering, Computer Science or related fields.
5+ years of embedded software development experience.
Experience in virtualization or software integration.
Experience in designing and developing vehicle body controls, propulsion thermal, battery management, chassis and brake controls software.
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.




This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}.

The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role.

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

About GM
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