Descripción

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. From breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design, intelligent software, and next-generation safety and entertainment features, we’re turning today’s impossible into tomorrow’s standard.

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

The Role

The Robotic Applications Engineer supports automation execution teams across plants and shops by resolving robotic technical issues, providing technical direction, standardizing automation processes, and driving continuous improvement. This role works across manufacturing engineering and plant environments to develop, test, and implement advanced robotic process technologies.

What You’ll Do

Support robotics execution teams across manufacturing centers, shops, and plants
Provide on-site and remote support for equipment startup, troubleshooting, diagnostics, reprogramming, and skilled trades interface
Respond to systemic issues affecting current production
Partner with global standards and research teams to improve robotics standards and support new technology development
Lead development and validation of new robotics and vision applications
Support advanced robotic technologies including cutting, joining, handling, laser, and vision
Support safety system solutions, including DCS
Drive common execution across programs through standards rollout, technical forums, lessons learned, and user group leadership
Create and maintain robotics execution processes and procedures
Evaluate robotic NPP projects and support repair and replace strategies
Perform layered audits at key project milestones to ensure compliance with standards and notify leadership of non-compliant solutions
Mentor students and new hires and support supplier technical development
Provide after-hours downtime support as needed
Travel and weekend work may be required, including on short notice

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
Strong technical knowledge of robotics, automation processing, and application technologies such as vision, dispense, and welding
Extensive experience with Fanuc robots
Knowledge of robotic and automation safety standards
Experience developing and integrating robotic applications
Programming knowledge in Fanuc TP, KAREL, C++, and Python
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple complex assignments with a high level of autonomy and accountability
Ability to provide technical direction, mentoring, and project leadership
Self-motivated with the ability to multitask and drive continuous improvement
Proven success leading manufacturing robotics assignments

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with additional robot manufacturers
2–3 years of plant assignment experience
10+ years of relevant experience
Knowledge of artificial intelligence and machine learning
Experience with ROS/ROS2
Experience with manufacturing and industrial automation including material-handling systems, AMRs, cobots, and virtual commissioning
Familiarity with NVIDIA Isaac , Omniverse , or similar 3D/manufacturing simulation environments
Familiarity with Teamcenter , Siemens Technomatix Process Simulate , or similar tools
Understanding of plant floor operations and product design manufacturability
Global project experience across regions
Ongoing development of technical expertise
Recognition for outstanding contributions

Why Join GM

This is an opportunity to help shape the future of manufacturing automation at General Motors by advancing robotics standards, supporting plant execution, and developing next-generation automation solutions.

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