Senior Vehicle Motion Controls Platform Control Design Engineer

General Motors

Senior Engineer designing and implementing advanced control strategies for vehicle motion systems at General Motors. Collaborating on innovative solutions in a hybrid work environment.

Posted 4/26/2026full-timeMilford • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and implement vehicle motion control and estimation algorithms across multiple domains.
Apply model-based design and simulation workflows to develop and validate control and estimation strategies.
Support integration and testing in simulation environments (CarSim, CarMaker, Simulink) and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) setups.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and deliver technical documentation, reports, and presentations.
Participate in design reviews and contribute to process improvements and technical innovation.

Requirements

What you’ll need

MSc or PhD in Controls, Robotics, Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or equivalent degree with relevant experience.
5+ years of relevant experience
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated ability to deliver clear technical reports and presentations.
Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
Valid driver’s license for occasional test support.

Benefits

Comp & perks

From day one, we're looking out for your well-being–at work and at home–so you can focus on realizing your ambitions.

ATS Keywords

✓ Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

vehicle motion controlestimation algorithmsmodel-based designsimulation workflowscontrol strategiesestimation strategiesHardware-in-the-Loop (HIL)CarSimCarMakerSimulink

Soft Skills

analytical skillsproblem-solving skillscollaborationcommunication skillstechnical documentationpresentation skills

Certifications

MScPhD