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Brake System Design Release Engineer
General Motors Company · 🇺🇸 Warren, Michigan, United States of America
Sponsorship verdict
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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 roles93 certified filings for “Design Release Engineer” (Mechanical Engineers) in MI: $126k–$153k, median $138k. Most were filed at wage level IV (69%) — 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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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 General Motors is seeking a driven Brake Component Design Release Engineer to lead the development, integration, and production launch of advanced braking systems for next-generation vehicle programs. This role combines technical expertise, program leadership, and supplier management to deliver high-performance components that meet rigorous safety, quality, and timing standards. You will guide your product development team through the full Vehicle Development Process, from defining requirements to designing and releasing a complex brake subsystem into production. Responsibilities include utilizing engineering tools and processes to develop robust, manufacturable components and systems, while driving milestone achievement through disciplined and proactive program management. You’ll coach and lead suppliers to ensure flawless execution of deliverables, and apply a high level of independent judgment, creativity, and initiative to solve complex challenges and continuously improve product quality and performance. What You'll Do (Responsibilities): • Lead the Product Development Team (PDT) for brake system components and subsystems. • Manage the design, release, and integration of brake components into GM systems with precision and timeliness. • Oversee pre-production builds, ensuring properties are shipped test-ready and aligned with program milestones. • Drive completion of Design Validation using analytical tools such as FEA, modal analysis, and virtual builds. • Identify root causes of design issues and implement effective solutions. • Define and develop technical specifications including CTS, SSTS, SOR, and ICD documents. • Refine design criteria and typical sections using math data to support robust engineering decisions. • Conduct trade off studies and recommend program direction based on cost, mass, and timing. • Lead and support technical reviews with suppliers and internal teams. • Coordinate cross-functional activities with purchasing, manufacturing, and supplier quality teams. • Monitor warranty data and address emerging product issues. • Translate lessons learned into best practices and contribute to continuous improvement. • Stay current with emerging technologies and identify opportunities for innovation. • Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency. Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications): • Bachelor’s degree in engineering. • Strong grasp of engineering theory, design principles, and system integration. • Excellent oral and written communication skills. • Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively. • High analytical aptitude for solving complex, non-routine problems. • Strong interpersonal skills for effective team and supplier engagement. • Familiarity with manufacturing processes and engineering operations. • Familiarity in CAD and CAE tools. • Understanding of Specification and Release systems. • DFSS (Design for Six Sigma) Certification. • Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a motor vehicle daily. What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Experience): • Prior experience in brake system design and release. 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 f