Automotive Systems Architecture Specialist — Electrification

🏢 ABOUT THE COMPANY

General Motors is a global automotive leader founded in 1908, with a mission to deliver innovation and excellence in the development of sustainable mobility solutions. With a global workforce of over 180,000 people, we continue to innovate and push the boundaries of automotive engineering. Our commitment to electric vehicles and electrification of the powertrain has led to the development of numerous award-winning models such as the Chevrolet Bolt and the Cadillac CT6. As a leading employer in the industry, we value diversity, inclusion, and collaboration and strive to create a workplace where our employees can grow and thrive.

🎯 ROLE OVERVIEW

As an Automotive Systems Architecture Specialist — Electrification, you will be a key member of the architecture team responsible for designing and developing the electrical powertrain architecture for our next-generation electric vehicles. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for innovation and develop system-level architectures that meet our sustainability and performance goals. You will report directly to the Powertrain Architecture Manager and will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the development of our future models.

📋 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop and maintain system-level electrical powertrain architectures for our electric vehicles, including motor control and energy storage systems.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for innovation and develop architectures that meet our sustainability and performance goals.

Work closely with the Powertrain Architecture Manager to ensure alignment with overall company objectives.

Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior team members and contribute to the growth and development of the architecture team.

Collaborate with suppliers to select and integrate electrical components and systems.

Develop and maintain technical documentation and presentations to communicate architecture designs and trade studies to stakeholders.

✅ REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

8+ years of experience in automotive electrical powertrain engineering, with a focus on electrification.

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.

Experience with automotive electrical systems modeling and simulation tools such as AVL Cruise or GT-Suite.

Strong understanding of electrical powertrain architectures, including motor control and energy storage systems.

Experience with system-level architectures and design, including component selection and integration.

Proficiency in CAD and technical documentation tools such as Autodesk Inventor or SolidWorks.

⭐ PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

5+ years of experience in automotive system-level architecture or electrical powertrain design.

Experience with advanced electrical powertrain architectures, including multi-motor and multi-speed designs.

Proficiency in programming languages such as C++ or Python.

Certification in electrical engineering or a related field.

Experienced in working in a collaborative environment with cross-functional teams.

💰 WHAT WE OFFER

We offer a competitive salary range of €55,000 - €75,000 per annum, depending on experience.

We provide comprehensive health insurance and a retirement plan to support our employees' long-term well-being.

Our employees enjoy 30 days of paid vacation per year, plus 10 federal holidays.

We offer a learning and development budget to support ongoing education and professional development.

We have a hybrid work policy that allows for flexible working arrangements and remote working options.

Our team culture is collaborative and inclusive, with a focus on innovation and creativity.

👥 ABOUT THE TEAM

Our team consists of 20 experienced engineers and architects who work closely together to develop the electrical powertrain architectures for our next-generation electric vehicles. We value diversity, inclusion, and collaboration and strive to create a workplace where our employees can grow and thrive. We have a strong track record of innovation and have developed numerous award-winning models.

📨 HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this position, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and qualifications. We expect to fill this position within 6 weeks of receiving applications.

📋 Job Details

Job Type	FULL TIME
Location	Berlin, DE
Address	Kurfürstenstraße 23, 10785
Salary	EUR 55,000 – 65,000 / year
Industry	General
Company	General Motors
Valid Until	2026-09-13

📨 How to Apply

Submit your updated CV and a brief cover letter to General Motors. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks of applying.