Senior Virtual Propulsion Engineer – Hydraulic Controls

General Motors

Senior engineer developing virtual hydraulic-control models for General Motors transmissions. Connecting simulations with testing to improve design, controls, calibration, and validation.

Posted 8/31/2026full-timeWarren • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in building and analyzing plant models for transmission hydraulic and lubrication systems, with a strong focus on performance optimization and technical leadership. Proficient in using simulation results to inform design decisions and improve system-level performance.

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Transmission HydraulicsDynamic-System SimulationModel AutomationTechnical LeadershipFluid Power

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Hard Skills

Modeling Tools1D Computer-Aided EngineeringPhysics-Based ModelsControl-Oriented ModelsHydraulic ComponentsCFDMultiphysics AnalysisTransmission ControlsCalibrationShift Quality

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingCross-Functional CommunicationMentoring

Tools & Technologies

PythonMATLAB

Industry Keywords

Mechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringControls EngineeringDurabilityThermal Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and use plant models of transmission hydraulic and lubrication systems
Connect plant models with transmission controls and system-level simulations
Analyze oil flow, pressure, aeration, temperature, valve-body behavior, solenoid response, clutch fill, shift performance, and shift quality
Connect component models to system-level transmission models
Compare simulation results with component, transmission dynamometer, and vehicle test data
Use analysis to support transmission design, controls, calibration, durability, and test decisions
Help define requirements for transmission flow, pressure, lubrication, thermal behavior, and performance
Investigate issues involving hydraulic behavior, shift performance, vibration, durability, friction, wear, and life
Lead technical reviews, communicate recommendations, and mentor other engineers
Develop modeling capabilities and automation methods to reduce warranty, improve first-time capable designs, and reduce development time for new programs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, controls engineering, or a related field
At least 8 years of relevant engineering experience, or an equivalent combination of advanced education and experience
Experience in two or more of: transmission hydraulics, fluid power, electro-hydraulic controls, dynamic-system simulation, or 1D computer-aided engineering
Experience building, using, or reviewing physics-based, control-oriented, or plant models
Experience comparing models with physical test data and using results to improve a design or engineering decision
Experience with hydraulic components or systems such as pumps, valve bodies, valves, solenoids, actuators, clutches, accumulators, dampers, or lubrication circuits
Ability to work independently, solve complex problems, and deliver results on schedule
Strong written, verbal, and cross-functional communication skills
Must not require GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future
Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a related engineering field (preferred)
Experience with transmission controls, calibration, clutch fill, shift quality, pressure control, modeling tools, CFD, multiphysics analysis, model automation, lubrication, thermal management, virtual validation, Python, MATLAB, technical leadership, supplier collaboration, or mentoring (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits
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