Descripción

Sponsorship: GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

Work Arrangement: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the office four times per week or other frequency dictated by the business.

The Role

In this role, you will manage a team of 10+ engineers who perform ergonomic virtual assessments and validate ergonomic standards and requirements for all global product programs across General Motors. You will be part of the Technical Center India (TCI) ME Ergonomics team. This is a key role interfacing with both regional and global teams.

The team members will execute, analyze, and deliver ergonomic simulations with the desired quality and on-time delivery (OTD). They are required to learn and use GM’s digital human modeling tools, and leverage lessons learned from other new product programs and manufacturing plants to support decision-making. The role requires the ability to assimilate data from multiple sources and apply both practical and technical problem-solving techniques. Decisions are made within the framework of general practices, policies, and procedures.

This position is based at GM Technical Center India, Bengaluru.

What You’ll Do

Establish bench strength by recruiting, training, and developing engineers to meet business objectives, while ensuring diversity and inclusion
Drive a safety culture by adhering to GM Global Workplace Safety Systems
Contribute to strategic 3–5-year planning and develop the team from both organizational and technical perspectives
Work with leadership to set and drive annual business objectives; set individual and team priorities, and regularly review and approve team members’ work
Ensure team deliverables are executed on time and that leadership is informed of status and any issues
Champion continuous improvement initiatives by utilizing feedback and metrics (quality, delivery rate, etc.) to reduce waste and improve productivity
Establish performance goals, conduct reviews, coach and mentor team members, and provide candid and constructive feedback
Manage team workload, support resource planning, and forecast and track budgets
Seek and review feedback from launch sites and supported plants through local ME teams on workshare activities
Ensure compliance with all GM policies and procedures
Support team members in analyzing and resolving complex manufacturing problems
Stay updated on new technologies and competitive products
Collaborate with GM and external technical communities to develop technology roadmap solutions

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Production, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent.
15+ years of experience in automotive manufacturing or Manufacturing Engineering (OEM or Tier 1 supplier).
Hands-on experience in ergonomic assessments/simulations and manufacturing engineering applications preferred.

Knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes, equipment, facilities, materials, and operations.
Hands-on experience with CAD, Teamcenter, and other Manufacturing Engineering tools.
Hands-on experience with VisMockup, Process Simulate, Vis Jack, or Classic Jack for 3D human modeling simulations (advanced computer skills preferred).
Process knowledge of vehicle assembly
Knowledge of collaboration, data management, and analytics tools such as SharePoint and Power BI.
Working knowledge of Work Standardization and Workplace Safety Systems.
Working knowledge of Operational Excellence (OpEx) concepts
Strong understanding of launch timelines/processes, Quality Chain, and DFMEA-PFMEA
Knowledge of OpEx tools, Six Sigma, and Red X methodologies
Proficiency in Agile project management methodologies
Knowledge of AI/ML applications in manufacturing, including predictive analytics, process optimization, and quality analytics (e.g., defect prediction)
Demonstrated understanding of vehicle anatomy
Knowledge of General Assembly processes
Ability to organize, plan, and execute manufacturing and/or ergonomic projects
Knowledge of VisMockup/NX for 3D human modeling simulations
Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills with the ability to collaborate across organizational levels
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex concepts
Experience working with internal and external stakeholders
Exposure to programming or software customization is an added advantage
Proven skills in Agile project management
Ability to work with cross-cultural, multidisciplinary, and remote teams to achieve functional goals, including AI-led transformation initiatives
Ability to organize, plan, prioritize, and execute projects with strong attention to detail, leveraging data-driven decision-making
Ability to effectively lead meetings and workshops, including driving adoption of AI tools and data-centric practices
Ability to interpret data and translate analytics outputs into actionable improvements
Willingness to travel across regions as required.

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

People Development
Change Leadership
Results Orientation
Team Leadership
Collaboration and Influencing
Strategic Orientation
Customer Focus

Información sobre diversidad

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Adecuaciones (EE.UU. y Canadá)

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