Dimensional Systems Engineer — Body & Exterior Structures

General Motors Company; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors Company is seeking a Dimensional Systems Engineer to shape dimensional strategies for body structures, exteriors, and closures from concept through launch. You will apply GD&T, 3DCS, VISVSA, and other tools to optimize fit, function, and manufacturing efficiency, while mentoring teams across design, manufacturing, and suppliers.

The role emphasizes innovation in dimensional quality, AI-assisted analysis, and data-driven decision-making within a global vehicle programs context.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required.
• 7+ years of experience in dimensional engineering or related fields.
• Proficiency with GD&T, ASME Y14.5, tolerance allocation, datum structures, and dimensional variation management.
• Experience with body structures, exteriors, closures, and manufacturing processes.
• Strong communication skills and cross-functional influence.

Responsibilities

• Lead dimensional integration and GD&T activities across body structures, exteriors, and closures from concept to launch.
• Define dimensional requirements for purchased components and document them in program SORs.
• Develop variation and sag analyses using specialized tools (3DCS, VISVSA, RSS, SimSolid).
• Support supplier reviews, gage reviews, and launch activities; mentor teams on GD&T and dimensional systems.
• Collaborate to deploy global dimensional standards, strategies, and training.
• Drive dimensional deliverables and issue-resolution throughout the program lifecycle.

Skills

GD&T

ASME Y14.5

dimensional variation management

communication

leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

3DCS

VISVSA

RSS

SimSolid

UG/NX PMI

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Job description

General Motors Company is seeking a Dimensional Systems Engineer to shape dimensional strategies for body structures, exteriors, and closures from concept through launch. You will apply GD&T, 3DCS, VISVSA, and other tools to optimize fit, function, and manufacturing efficiency, while mentoring teams across design, manufacturing, and suppliers.

The role emphasizes innovation in dimensional quality, AI-assisted analysis, and data-driven decision-making within a global vehicle programs context.