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 onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Grand Rapids Operations on a full-time basis.

The successful candidate must have availability to work any shift; overtime and some weekends are expected.

The Role:

As a Senior Gear Manufacturing Engineer, you will:

Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for hypoid gear manufacturing, providing technical leadership and hands-on expertise in gear quality, process optimization, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement across high-volume machining operations.
Develop, maintain and train teams on standard work, setup sheets, tooling lists and cell documentation for hypoid gear production.
Collaborate with Product Engineering, Quality, and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) on product designs for continuous improvements activities.
Mentor and coach manufacturing engineers and production personnel; transfer knowledge to sustain continuous improvements and reduce process variation with process documentation and document control.
Build and sustain a good working relationship between hypoid gear manufacturing and axle assembly teams to improve quality and manufacturing uptime.

What You’ll Do:

Responsible for supporting activities that may include:

Provide day-to-day technical leadership and support for manufacturing operations, maintenance, and CNC machining processes.
Serve as a technical resource for gear quality standards and support Global Manufacturing Systems (GMS) initiatives across multiple departments.
Drive safety, quality, throughput, and equipment efficiency improvements through root cause analysis, problem solving, lean manufacturing principles, and continuous improvement activities.
Develop, implement, and sustain process improvements, innovative technologies, and manufacturing solutions that enhance operational performance and reduce variation.
Lead cross-functional efforts to resolve quality, process, equipment, and reliability issues while supporting production schedules and product requirements.
Provide technical direction and oversight for internal teams, contractors, vendors, and external resources supporting manufacturing and maintenance.
Develop, maintain, and ensure accuracy of manufacturing technical documentation, standard work, and training materials; facilitate training for engineering, production, and maintenance personnel.
Plan, coordinate, and execute projects to meet timing, budget, and operational objectives.
Evaluate and recommend capital equipment investments, emerging technologies, and business cases to improve efficiency and reduce structural costs.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
5+ years of experience in engineering support role in a CNC machining environment (hypoid gears preferred)
Deep working knowledge and practical experience with grinding, lapping, shot peening, and gear metrology equipment and capability processes.
Previous experience with computer- based office and engineering software, including Microsoft Office and AutoCAD
Ability to work weekends and overtime as needed

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

Proven ability to interface with gear OEMs and machine tool builders to evaluate new technology, tooling trials, cost of ownership analyses and manufacturability improvements.
Advanced understanding of hypoid gear geometry corrections with gear CMM reports, and tooth-contact pattern adjustments via machine-setting.
Experience with SolidWorks
Formal problem-solving training/experience (RedX, 8D, Six Sigma, etc)

This role may be eligible for relocation benefits.

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