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Technical Lead _ Paint Auto Finesse

  • Localização
    • Warren, Michigan
  • Tipo de trabalho Full time
  • Postou
  • Job Requisition JR-202606934

Descrição

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 Technical Lead to lead the design, installation, and launch of Automated Defect Detection and Automated Finesse systems across GM paint shops.

In this role, you will own the full project lifecycle, from early process studies and Statement of Requirements (SOR) development through G-Risk, mod builds, installation, commissioning, and launch. Early in the role, you will spend significant time at GM plants and supplier locations learning the systems and supporting launches. Over time, the role transitions to a more balanced mix of office-based work and plant support.

You will also help troubleshoot and improve existing systems, partnering closely with plant teams, suppliers, resident engineers, and execution teams to deliver reliable, high-performing solutions that improve paint quality and repair efficiency.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead Automated Defect Detection and Automated Finesse projects for new paint shops, from early concept and process studies through installation, commissioning, and launch

  • Define system requirements, develop SORs, and support sourcing and supplier selection

  • Partner with plant teams and suppliers to ensure systems achieve quality, safety, and performance targets

  • Support resident engineers and execution teams with implementation of Automated Finesse and Automated Defect Detection systems in existing paint shops

  • Troubleshoot technical issues on existing installations and work with plant teams to identify root causes and prevent repeat failures

  • Lead continuous improvement efforts to increase uptime, quality, and repair efficiency

  • Collect and analyze plant and trial data to identify gaps, trends, and improvement opportunities

  • Coordinate with suppliers on new technologies, testing, and validation activities

  • Travel to plants and supplier sites to support installations, trials, launch activities, and problem-solving

  • Identify opportunities to expand Automated Finesse capabilities and improve defect detection and repair performance

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field

  • Strong understanding of manufacturing systems, preferably in paint operations, automation, or both

  • Experience leading technical projects from concept through launch

  • Demonstrated ability to take ownership and work independently with limited direction

  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a manufacturing or plant environment

  • Comfortable working hands-on with equipment, robots, and production systems

  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with plant teams, suppliers, and cross-functional partners

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

  • Willingness to travel to plants and supplier sites as needed; travel is expected to be higher during the first year while learning the systems, then approximately 25% thereafter

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with automated defect detection, robotic repair, or similar advanced paint technologies

  • Experience with AI-based systems used to train and identify defects

  • Background working with vision systems, robotics, or automation in a manufacturing environment

  • Experience supporting or developing new technology through trials, testing, and validation

  • Familiarity with paint shop processes, defect detection, and paint surface quality

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.)

Esta função é classificada como presencial. Isso significa que o candidato selecionado deverá trabalhar presencialmente em tempo integral.

O candidato selecionado deverá viajar <25% para esta função.

Esta posição não é elegível para benefícios de relocação. Quaisquer custos de relocação serão de responsabilidade do candidato selecionado.

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