Regulatory/Type Approval Engineer

Job Description

Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Warren, MI three times per week, at minimum [or other frequency dictated by the business].

This position requires the ability to legally operate a motor vehicle on a regular basis and successfully complete a Motor Vehicle Report review

The Role

The Regulatory/Type Approval Engineer for GMNA export programs will serve as the primary contact for regulatory and type approval/certification activities. This role requires strong interpersonal skills and multidisciplinary knowledge to effectively communicate with global government authorities and agencies.

What You'll Do

Regulatory Deliverables

• Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for assigned regulations affecting GMNA export programs.
• Advise engineering and design teams on regulatory requirements.
• Assess the impact of new regulations on vehicle programs.
• Maintain and update GM's regulatory database.
• Issue clear and timely regulatory communications.
• Anticipate future regulatory requirements and assess their impact.
• Collaborate with global regulatory colleagues to develop best practices.
• Conduct visual regulatory reviews and report findings.
• Train stakeholders on regulatory compliance.
• Participate in regulatory checklist reviews at key milestones.
• Support product investigations as needed.

Type Approval/Certification Deliverables

• Plan and execute type approval/certification activities for GMNA exports.
• Communicate annual type approval/certification timelines to stakeholders.
• Negotiate with technical agencies to streamline witness testing and reduce costs.
• Maintain and refine documentation databases and templates.
• Lead GMNA-based witness testing for assigned programs.
• Support the development and refinement of in-house test procedures.

Relocation: This job may be eligible for relocation benefits

Additional Job Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, Physics, Computer Science or equivalent.
• 5+ years of engineering experience.
• Ability to travel up to15% domestically to testing sites in MI and AZ
• Familiarity with export/global regulatory and certification requirements.
• Understanding of technical, legal, and political aspects.
• Strong negotiating skills; persuasive and diplomatic.
• Proficient in oral and written communication, especially with government authorities.
• Effective meeting organization and conduct.
• Independent judgment, accuracy, creativity, and initiative.
• Ability to identify and escalate issues requiring leadership attention.
• Commitment to teamwork and internal partnerships.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and unpredictability.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Cultural acuity.
• DFSS Green Belt certification (GM internal applicants only).
• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle

What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Knowledge of active safety and telematic technologies.
• Graduate degree.
• Financial acuity.
• Experience as a Regulatory/Certification Engineer, Design Release Engineer, or in Validation.
• Familiarity with assembly plant processes.
• DFSS Black Belt certification.

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., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

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Why Join Us

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Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;
Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

Diversity Information

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We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

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