Job Description

At General Motors, our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process, we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen, but to be felt. We’re turning today’s impossible into tomorrow’s standard —from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design, intelligent software, and next-generation safety and entertainment features.

Every day, our products move millions of people as we aim to make driving safer, smarter, and more connected, shaping the future of transportation on a global scale.

The Role:

The Sr Manufacturing / Execution zone manufacturing engineer you will lead the development, launch, and optimization of manufacturing processes within General Assembly OR Final Assembly. You will be responsible for implementing automation, tooling, and equipment solutions that support new vehicle programs, model changes, and continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring safety, quality, and operational performance.

What You’ll Do (Responsibilities):

• Lead manufacturing engineering activities for assigned General Assembly/Final Assembly zones supporting new product launches, model changes, and production operations.

• Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes, automation systems, equipment, tooling, conveyors, and workstation designs.

• Manage equipment and tooling projects from concept through procurement, installation, validation, and production launch.

• Serve as the primary engineering contact for assigned production areas, ensuring launch milestones, readiness targets, and program timelines are achieved.

• Collaborate with Product Engineering, Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and suppliers to resolve manufacturing challenges and drive successful program execution.

• Provide technical leadership to equipment suppliers and integrators throughout design, build, installation, and commissioning activities.

• Support build events, launch activities, process validation, PFMEA development, and issue resolutions to ensure manufacturing readiness.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, ergonomics, material flow, and cost reduction.

• International & Domestic travel - about 70-75%

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s degree with major in mechanical engineering or Equivalent Relevant Experience

• Required: 10 years manufacturing/engineering, 3 years launch experience

• Availability to work on weekends and Holidays as required

• Ability to travel up 75% which can be extensive at times during product program launches

• Deep technical knowledge and ability in process engineering disciplines

• Thorough knowledge of Manufacturing Processes and Equipment. Also, the Global Launch Process and Vehicle Development Process.

• Demonstrate excellent level of analytical ability, communication and interpersonal skills required to build relationships with team members and customers to solve problems and resolve issues.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple and significantly complex projects and assignments with highest level of autonomy and accountability for results

• Demonstrates initiative by reaching beyond work assigned to improve output and/or help others

• Proven ability in project management skills and ability to teach others

• Proven desire and ability to manage/coach performance of direct reports

• Ability to solve complex problems independently

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Flexibility with changing work hours and environment as required to meet project timeline and support plant operating schedule

• Shows initiative by reaching beyond work assigned to improve output and/or help others

What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience supporting General Assembly, Final Assembly, or other automotive manufacturing operations.

• Experience with automation, robotics, conveyors, fastening systems, PLCs, or industrial controls.

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma, Red X, or similar problem-solving methodologies.

• Experience managing equipment installations, manufacturing launches, and production readiness activities.

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and manufacturing layouts.

• Knowledge of PFMEA, process validation, and manufacturing risk assessment methodologies.

• Familiarity with OSHA requirements and manufacturing safety standards.

• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and manufacturing operations in a high-volume production environment

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 onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis. The selected candidate will be required to travel at least 50% or more on a frequent basis. Relocation benefits are available for candidates who qualify under company policy.

About GM

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