Entry Level Driving Simulation Researcher – Automated Driving-Enabled Vehicles

General Motors

. Develop immersive user experience simulation solutions for automated driving-enabled vehicles and robotic systems .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeWarren • Michigan • United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing immersive user experience simulation solutions for autonomous systems, with strong capabilities in real-time simulator software development, user studies, and research publication. Proficient in interfacing with academic and research institutions to advance technology in autonomous vehicles and human-vehicle interfaces.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Real-Time Simulator DevelopmentUser Experience ResearchROS or ROS 2 FamiliarityCAN Bus CommunicationData Analysis or AI/Machine Learning

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Hard Skills

Software ProgrammingAutonomous Vehicle TechnologyRoboticsSimulationHMI DevelopmentUser StudiesData AnalysisAI/Machine LearningExperimental ResearchTheoretical Research

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Advanced Degree (Masters or PhD)

Industry Keywords

Automated DrivingConnected VehiclesZero Barrier MobilityAccessibilityDriving SimulatorsCross-Functional TeamsTechnology TransferPeer-Reviewed Publications

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop immersive user experience simulation solutions for automated driving-enabled vehicles and robotic systems
Create tools supporting development or deployment of human-vehicle interface solutions
Conduct user studies to support evidence-based decisions about in-vehicle interfaces
Participate in government-funded research
Document research through internal and external publications
Facilitate technology transfer through active participation in cross-functional teams
Implement solutions in driving simulators
Interface with universities, research institutes, and advanced technology laboratories to build a research network
Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced Degree (Masters or PhD) in a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics-related field
Must be graduating between August 2026 - June 2027
Able to work fulltime, 40 hours per week
Hands-on experience building or writing software for a real-time simulator to develop autonomous systems and HMIs
Research experience in at least one of: Autonomous Vehicle Technology, Connected Vehicles, Advanced Wireless Technology, Robotics, Zero Barrier Mobility/Accessibility, User Experience, Displays, HMI, Simulation, or related areas
Strong theoretical, experimental or software programming skills
PhD in a related area preferred
Hands-on experience building and using real-time simulators to develop autonomous systems and HMIs preferred
Familiarity with ROS or ROS 2 robotics framework preferred
Hands-on experience with CAN bus communication preferred
Experience with data analysis or AI/Machine Learning for engineering applications preferred
Hands-on experience running user studies in a driving simulator preferred
Demonstrated leadership in field of study, extracurricular activities, or service organizations preferred
Must not require GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future
Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee or refugee) due to export control restrictions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits and Total Rewards resources supporting employee well-being at work and at home
Relocation benefits administration support
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities