Hardware Design Engineer

Hardware Design Engineer

We are seeking a hands‑on, versatile Hardware Design Engineer to support the development of innovative electrical and mechanical systems. This role blends electrical hardware design, wiring design, and mechanical integration—ideal for someone who thrives in a hands‑on, fast‑paced, collaborative environment and enjoys solving complex, cross‑disciplinary problems.

This position is hybrid. The successful candidate is expected to report to the Warren, MI location at least three times per week, unless otherwise directed by business needs.

This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

• Design and develop electrical hardware systems, including PCB layout and schematic capture.
• Create wiring diagrams and harness layouts for prototype and production systems.
• Support mechanical design and integration efforts across various platforms.
• Assemble and test hardware prototypes, including soldering surface‑mount and through‑hole components.
• Conduct lab‑based testing and validation of hardware systems.
• Develop basic automation and testing scripts using Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or Python.
• Work closely with electrical, mechanical, and software teams to bring concepts to life.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• 3–7 years of relevant engineering experience.
• 1+ years of hands‑on experience as an electronics technician or similar.
• Experience with PCB design tools such as KiCAD, Express
  
  PCB, or similar.
• Proficient in soldering and technician‑level tasks (e.g., wire crimping, mechanical assembly).
• Familiarity with prototyping and testing hardware in lab environments.
• Basic coding skills in Python and microcontroller platforms (Arduino, Raspberry Pi).

• Experience with hardware integration in automotive or robotics applications.
• Familiarity with automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, SPI).
• Exposure to mechanical CAD tools and design for manufacturability.
• Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills.

• Curious, resourceful, and not afraid to get your hands dirty.
• Comfortable switching between electrical and mechanical tasks.
• A team player who communicates well and enjoys building cool stuff.

Minimal travel may be required between local sites.

GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

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We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role‑related assessment(s) and/or a pre‑employment screening prior to beginning employment.