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Vacancy Status: Yes - This posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization and is open to new applications. (Backfill)

AI Disclosure: As part of the application process, Artificial Intelligence will be used in the hiring process for this role

Onsite - This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Markham Elevation center on a full‑time basis 5 days a week.

The Software Development & Integration (SDI) Lab houses a variety of physical test benches that simulate vehicle subsystems, enabling engineering teams to develop, test, and validate vehicle electronic control unit (ECU) software.

These benches include ECUs, sensors, actuators, connectors, wiring harnesses, displays and instrumentation tools. They are shared assets used by hundreds of engineers across the organization, both remotely and onsite.

As a

Lab Engineering Specialist

, you will play a key role in building, deploying, maintaining, and monitoring test benches and their supporting infrastructure. You will be responsible for troubleshooting hardware issues, flashing ECUs, and developing tools to support test automation and improve lab efficiency

Key Responsibilities:

Build and deploy component-, subsystem-, and system-level test benches

Troubleshoot and repair bench hardware, wiring, and peripheral test devices

Flash ECUs using Vehicle Software Configuration Management (VeSCoM) tools

Develop and maintain automation script tools to improve testing efficiency

Provide technical support and issue resolution for lab users

Monitor bench health and maximize uptime across all lab assets

Configure and maintain bench test PCs, including deploying Gold Images

Support lab infrastructure reliability, including Blue Flag network and power systems

Assist with lab procurement and inventory management of tools, hardware, and software critical to SDI Lab operations.





Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Computer Engineering preferred)

Robust hands‑on experience in hardware‑in‑loop test systems

Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics

Proficiency in programming/scripting with Python or other related languages

Experience with automotive Ethernet and CAN tools (e.g. Vehicle Spy, CANoe)

Experience with ECU flashing, wiring harnesses, and instrumentation

Strong problem‑solving ability to troubleshoot electrical and mechatronic systems

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated vehicle experience (e.g. AutoDrive, EcoCAR, Formula SAE)

Experience with vehicle electrical architecture and embedded software

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Working knowledge in Linux‑based PCs and IT networks.

Compensation: The salary range for this role is $81,300 to $122,000. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

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

Benefits: The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well‑being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:

Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave.

Healthcare, dental and vision benefits including health care spending account and wellness incentive.

Life insurance plans to cover you and your family.

Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement.

GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family, and friends.

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📌 Engineering Specialist - Software Development & Integration Lab (Markham)
🏢 General Motors
📍 Markham