Studio Design Engineer

General Motors

Studio Design Engineer at General Motors integrating vehicle models with design. Create innovative technology and cutting-edge designs during early vehicle development stages.

Posted 7/25/2026full-timePasadena • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in engineering design principles, particularly in automotive packaging, while effectively integrating customer needs and technical requirements. Proficient in utilizing DFSS methodologies and CAD tools to develop innovative solutions and manage complex design challenges.

Highest-signal resume keywords

DFSS MethodologiesCAD - Unigraphics SystemsBachelor of Science in Engineering5+ Years Experience in Automotive DesignDFSS Certification - Black Belt

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Hard Skills

Engineering TheoryAutomotive Design PrinciplesMathematical ModelingSpace Claims DevelopmentIntegration of Complex SystemsStatisticsMechanics of MaterialsVehicle/Occupant PackagingNX Model CreationDesign for Assembly

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsAnalytical AbilityAbility to Work IndependentlyTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

NXDigital ModelsClay ModelsVR/MR MockupsBenchmarking Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

DFSS Certification - Black Belt

Industry Keywords

Packaging SolutionsCustomer Facing TargetsCross-Functional CollaborationManufacturing ProcessesDesign Aesthetic

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblySaltStack

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create, refine and finalize engineering criteria and work collaboratively with creative design
Lead the creation of unique and highly-integrated technical engineering solutions to resolve packaging issues while protecting the design aesthetic utilizing physical and math models.
Utilize DFSS methodologies to ensure robust design development trade off management to study alternatives while considering impacts such as cost, mass, timing, design for assembly, dimensional variation and other program imperatives
Integrate regional/global requirements and develop alternatives to satisfy regional/brand needs
Actively communicate with team members to understand and resolve challenges and complexities within the Expert Team meeting for your area of responsibility
Ensure that packaging and Studio model are balanced with customer facing targets (Spaciousness, Visibility, Occupant accommodation, Storage/SALT, Cargo, Access)
Lead cross-functional surface & integration meetings including CITs and Surface Workgroups
Lead issue resolution and escalation for your area of responsibility – drive prompt resolution
Support technical development of design surface in both digital and full size/scale clay models as well as clinic properties and VR/MR mockups
Benchmark the competition and ensure that the integrated package is competitive (section size, clearances, component locations, component size, functional performance, etc.)
Develop meeting agendas and publish minutes
Create NX models for surface guidance
Develop and maintain NX skills
Incorporate the Voice of the Customer in package design
Develop space claims and package solutions to meet customer needs while maximizing the utilization of space
Support Math Virtual Assessments & Synch Point reviews

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or other relevant degree
5+ years’ experience in a related area
Understanding of engineering theory and principles of automotive design
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently and with others
Aptitude to integrate complex systems and a passion for design
High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual or difficult
High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others
Familiarity with manufacturing processes
Demonstrated skills on CAD - Unigraphics systems
Basic understanding of Engineering Specifications
Coursework or experience in Statistics, Mechanics of materials, Vehicle/occupant packaging, or Integrated Design
DFSS Certification - Black Belt

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.
This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.