Manufacturing Engineer - Virtual Engineering, Propulsion Systems

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.

We are seeking a self-motivated, innovation-minded Manufacturing Engineer - Virtual Engineering to support GM’s 100% virtual manufacturing efforts. In this role, you will lead simulation and emulation initiatives, help standardize and deploy new virtual engineering tools, and improve how manufacturing systems are evaluated and executed across programs.

What You’ll Do

• Lead virtual simulation and emulation efforts for manufacturing systems

• Create and support digital twins for simulation, testing, and real-time monitoring

• Evaluate and optimize systems using Teamcenter Manufacturing Process Planner, Process Simulate, Integrated Emulation, and XR tools

• Partner with Process Engineering Leads, Machine Tool Builders, and IT teams to support cross-functional execution

• Support testing, deployment, and integration of virtual engineering hardware and software utilities

• Improve standardized virtual engineering processes across sourcing and project execution

• Manage and support data usage across platforms to enable scalable, data-driven decision-making

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of manufacturing experience

• 2+ years of hands-on experience with Siemens PLM and CAD systems, preferably NX

• Experience with Siemens Technomatix Process Simulate or similar tools

• Basic understanding of PLC and robot programming, preferably Fanuc

• Exposure to Agile methodologies and business integration testing

• Familiarity with powertrain components and manufacturing processes

• Knowledge of data modeling and data architecture

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field, or equivalent practical experience

Preferred Qualifications

• XR experience

• Experience with GM Dual Check Safety Standard and Global Common Controls Structure

• Project execution experience

• 3D modeling experience, preferably in NX

• CAM and/or CNC machining experience, preferably NXCAM