Conveyor Project Engineer

G-TECH Services; Michigan; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Training opportunities

401K

Flexible/remote work options

Competitive pay

Job summary

G-Tech is seeking two Conveyor Project Engineers to lead projects from concept through startup, focusing on execution and supplier conformance to GCS1.

The role emphasizes project management over CAD design, with extensive travel and on-site deployment as needed across the U.S. Automotive/transport sectors preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong background in automotive or transportation-related industries preferred.
• Experience with conveyor technologies including chain conveyors, skid systems, skillet systems, EMS and paint shop conveyors.
• Candidates with experience in one or two systems may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Responsibilities

• Oversee conveyors from initial design through startup and validation.
• Ensure suppliers meet GCS1 standards and specifications.
• Coordinate with manufacturing and quality teams to ensure project success.

Skills

Automotive/transportation background

Conveyor technologies

Project management

Startup/validation experience

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred – Mechanical Eng.

Electrical Engineering acceptable

Equivalent experience ~20 years

Tools

EMS (Electrified Monorail Systems)

Paint shop conveyors

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking two experienced Conveyor Project Engineers. This is not a design/CAD-focused role; the primary emphasis is on project management and execution.

Engineers will be responsible for conveyor systems from initial design through startup and validation. A key responsibility is ensuring that suppliers meet conveyor standards and specifications (GCS1).

Required Experience & Skills

• Strong background in automotive or transportation-related industries preferred
• Experience with conveyor technologies, including:
• • Chain conveyors
  • Skid systems
  • Skillet systems
  • EMS (Electrified Monorail Systems)
  • Paint shop conveyors
• Candidates with experience in one or two of these systems may be considered on a case-by-case basis
• Experience in other industries will be reviewed individually; however, automotive experience is strongly preferred

Education

• Bachelor's degree preferred, ideally in Mechanical Engineering (Electrical Engineering also acceptable)
• Equivalent experience (e.g., ~20 years of hands‑on conveyor or skilled trades experience) will be considered in lieu of a degree

Travel & Work Schedule

• Up to 50% travel within the U.S.
• May involve extended on-site assignments lasting several months at a time
• GM policy typically allows periodic travel home (e.g., every other weekend)

Schedule:

• Primarily first shift/day shift
• Flexibility required for occasional nights, weekends, or off‑shift support during system startups

Company Description

Why work at G-Tech?
G-Tech is a woman‑owned company that values your ideas, encourages your growth, and always has your back. When you work at G-Tech, not only do you get health and dental benefits, but you also have training opportunities, flexible/remote work options, growth opportunities, 401K and competitive pay.

G-Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.