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Vehicle Energy Model and Toolchain Development Engineer

General Motors Company · 🇺🇸 Warren, Michigan, United States of America

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One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.

  • Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 606 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 267 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
  • The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
  • No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
  • What General Motors Company paid sponsored hires in similar roles171 certified filings for “Senior Software Engineer” (Software Developers) in MI: $140k–$163k, median $150k. Most were filed at wage level IV (74%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
  • Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.

US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).

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606 H-1B filings certified since Oct 2025

The US Department of Labor certified 606 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 267 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).

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About the role

Job Description The Role As a Vehicle Energy Model and Toolchain Development Engineer, you will contribute to the development and enhancement of simulation tools and processes that predict vehicle energy usage, performance, and efficiency. Your work will support virtual engineering efforts across propulsion systems, including electric and internal combustion engines, with a focus on improving simulation fidelity and usability. What You'll Do • Improve Energy and Performance tool capability, fidelity, correlation, and data analysis techniques • Identify opportunities for tool and model improvement - focus on growth areas such as Co-Simulation, Machine Learning, User Experience, Variation Analysis, Modular Systems & Fidelity Levels. • Train the users of Energy tools and provide support as needed • Collaborate cross-functionally with other focus areas such as Thermal Analysis, Vehicle Dynamics, Vehicle Controls, Electrification Analysis, etc. Additional Job Description: Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications) • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering  • 5+ years of relevant experience • Experience with vehicle simulation tools and software, or ability to rapidly learn and develop capability • Experience with Simulation and Analysis Tools such as MATLAB/ Simulink/ SimScape, GT-Suite, AMESim, GMSim, CarSim, AVL and/or vehicle controls and calibration. • Knowledge of Vehicle, Powertrain, and Controls Integration • Interest in developing tools and processes to drive increased organizational effectiveness • Demonstrated ability to dissect and leverage analysis and test data • Solid understanding of engineering theory and principles of mechanical/electrical/thermal systems • Desire to over-achieve goals and objectives and effectively represent the tool or vehicle customer What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications) • 7+ years of relevant experience • Specialized advanced degree in vehicle energy systems • Passion for tool development and vehicle Efficiency, Fuel Economy, EV Range and Performance • Knowledge and/or experience in Big Data, Machine Learning or Artificial Intelligence • Experience with GM Vehicle and Powertrain Development Process, Advanced through Execution • 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., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc). About GM Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all. Why Join Us   We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team. Benefits Overview From day one, we're looking out for your well-being–at work and at home–so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources . Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.) General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. All employmen

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