Senior Materials Engineer – Fluids and Lubricants

General Motors

Senior Materials Engineer developing fuels, lubricants, and fluids while leading technical efforts for GM's propulsion systems. Collaborating cross-functionally and influencing industry standards.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeWarren • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in fuels, lubricants, and fluids development, with a strong focus on technical problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and compliance with industry standards. Proven ability to lead complex projects and drive innovative solutions in a fast-paced environment.

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Fuels DevelopmentLubricants EngineeringTechnical Problem-SolvingCross-Functional LeadershipTest Methods and Validation

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Hard Skills

Materials EngineeringChemical SystemsTribologyData-Driven Decision MakingValidation Processes

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationAbility to Manage Multiple Priorities

Industry Keywords

Energy TrendsRegulatory ComplianceFunctional FluidsSupplier EvaluationTechnical Specifications

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead development and application of fuels, lubricants, and fluids for GM vehicles, propulsion systems, and manufacturing processes
Define material and fluid performance requirements, specifications, validation approaches, and approval criteria
Lead factory fill, service fill, and specialty fluid activities across global vehicle and propulsion programs
Provide technical leadership for design reviews, issue resolution, root cause investigations, and warranty prevention activities related to fuels, lubricants, and fluids
Evaluate supplier technologies, formulations, and change requests to ensure performance, quality, cost, timing, and compliance objectives are achieved
Partner with Engineering, Validation, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Legal, and Service teams to implement robust fluid and lubricant solutions
Drive technical problem solving for field, plant, test, and program issues involving fuels, lubricants, and fluids
Develop and maintain technical standards, test methods, best practices, and lessons learned
Monitor industry, regulatory, and technology trends related to energy, fuels, lubricants, additives, and functional fluids
Represent GM in technical discussions with suppliers, industry groups, standards bodies, and external partners
Influence external industry direction through participation in standards bodies, technical forums, and key supplier engagement.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering
5+ years’ experience in fuels, lubricants, fluids, tribology, chemical systems, materials engineering, powertrain, electrification, or a related technical area
Demonstrated technical problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively across functions
Experience with test methods, validation processes, technical specifications, and data-driven decision making
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced product development environment
Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical work with cross-functional visibility and business impact.

Benefits

Comp & perks

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.