Chief Thermal Architect
Job Description
Job Description
At General Motors, our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process, we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen, but to be felt. We’re turning today’s impossible into tomorrow’s standard —from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design, intelligent software, and next-generation safety and entertainment features.
Every day, our products move millions of people as we aim to make driving safer, smarter, and more connected, shaping the future of transportation on a global scale.
The Role:
The
Chief
Thermal
Architect
is a recognized and respected technical leader
, responsible for
architecting,
developing and strategically integrating advanced
underhood
,
underbody
,
and
cabin
thermal systems. This role is pivotal
for
ensuring GM
remains
at the forefront of
thermal
systems
performance
and efficiency. You will collaborate with
Cabin Comfort,
Propulsion,
Electrical, Chassis
and Systems Engineering teams, as well as
several Performance Integration teams
, Design
Studio
and
various
support areas
.
You will be responsible
to
lead
development of thermal
solutions that
optimize
performance
and efficiency
,
integrate
new technology
,
reduce cost and mass
,
operate
reliably,
enhanc
e
vehicle capability
,
and
enable
vehicle assembly and service
.
What
You’ll
Do
Perform
very early
newprogram architecting
, including:
develop
optimum
thermal architecture for the program
determine
proper
BOM solutions
andpromote
any
new technology
insertionas appropriate
establish vehicle criteria to enable thermal system performance
establish
preliminary
thermal
system sizing
identify
significant architectural sizingconcerns
Provide initial cost estimates and PCS picks for early AVD Studies
Work with architects from other areas
(Body, Chassis
etc
)
. to create a winning vehicle solution
Represent AVD in
early studies aroundspecificarchitecture ideation and/or
cross-program workgroups
Support Systems Engineering in
establishing
a
system-level approach and mechanizations for thermal systems.
Support benchmarking activities of other OEM
s and be well-versed in the thermal strategies of major competitors
Drive alignment of
overall
thermalsubsystem strategies to balance performance, efficiency, cost, and integration requirements
Ensure we are executing
ETL/TSstrategies through
Peer Reviews, AVD Design Review, and otherinformal discussions
Identify
AVD-related BP gaps and work with ETL/TSs toaddress them
Mentor less experienced Thermal AVD DREs
tohelp them resolve significant issuesandteach them the technology.
Be visible and available "on the floor".
Continuously improve AVD subsystem specific technical tools and
work with VDDV to improve analysis
methods that enable excellent
and efficientprogram work, on time, with quality.
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
12
+ years of experience in
thermal systems
Expertise
inthermal
systems integration and thermal management technologies.
Strong understanding of
AVD processes and workflow
Proven ability to lead cross-functional engineering teams and manage complex projects.
Excellent communication skills
and managerial courage
for conveying technical concepts
and negotiating vehicle trade-offswith
leadership and peers.
Strong mentoring/teaching skills
Bachelor’s degree in engineering
What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications
)
.
Prior roles as
Thermal AVSE/VSE,
Engineering Technical Leader (ETL), Technical Specialist, or Architect
Established relationships with
interfacing groups
related to this role (Vehicle Architecture, Systems Engineering, VDDV, Aero,
Design Studio,
ETLs/TSs,
etc
)
Recognized technical contributions through patents or publications.
DFSS Master Black Belt Certification.
Master’s degree in Engineering
.


GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc).

This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}.

The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role.

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.


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