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Body In White Zone Engineer

  • Location
    • Warren, Michigan
  • Job Type Full time
  • Posted
  • Job Requisition JR-202608119

Description

At General Motors, our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process, we create vehicles and experiences 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 work to make driving safer, smarter, and more connected, helping shape the future of transportation on a global scale.

Position Overview

In this role, you will support manufacturing engineering activities focused on developing, improving, and sustaining production processes for assigned areas. The position requires strong technical expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to solve complex manufacturing challenges through root cause analysis and issue resolution. Success in this role requires creativity, initiative, and the ability to work independently within established practices, policies, and standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Direct the design, development, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes for assigned areas.

  • Analyze product and machinery designs to determine the most effective manufacturing methods.

  • Propose, evaluate, and implement process improvements for equipment and manufacturing systems.

  • Provide direction to small groups of technical employees and support personnel.

  • Evaluate and monitor expenditures related to processes and equipment.

  • Interpret product math data and engineering specifications to develop the tools and equipment needed to support manufacturing operations.

  • Propose and evaluate process, tooling, and equipment designs.

  • Review and approve tool designs, release tools to build sources, and oversee tool build and installation activities as needed to meet business requirements.

  • Develop and oversee production of build process documentation for shop floor use.

  • Partner with design and product engineering teams to assess the manufacturing feasibility of product designs.

  • Provide technical direction to support personnel, maintenance teams, and tool design and build suppliers.

  • Occasionally oversee other engineers or engineering support personnel to achieve specific departmental and project objectives.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Engineering degree or equivalent relevant education and training.

  • Demonstrated relevant experience with similar equipment and tools; five or more years preferred.

  • Experience with automotive assembly processes and related tools and equipment.

  • Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly explain complex subject matter.

  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

  • Ability to work independently with minimal direction.

  • Ability to exercise sound judgment, creativity, and initiative.

  • Ability to manage multiple assignments and competing priorities in a complex work environment.

  • Willingness to travel up to 50%.

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 remote. This means the selected candidate may be based anywhere in the country of work and is not expected to report to a GM worksite unless directed by their manager.

The selected candidate will be required to travel at least 50% or more on a frequent basis.

This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

This position requires the ability to legally operate a motor vehicle on a regular basis. A company vehicle will be provided for this role with successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Report review.

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.

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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 employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. 

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire.

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