Execution Zone Engineer – General Assembly Manufacturing/ Final Assembly

General Motors; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation benefits

Travel opportunities up to 75%

Job summary

General Motors in Arlington, TX seeks a General Assembly Manufacturing Engineering Execution Zone Engineer to lead development, launch, and optimization of processes in General Assembly and Final Assembly. You will implement automation, tooling, and equipment solutions for new vehicle programs and model changes, prioritizing safety, quality, and performance.

You will collaborate across Engineering, Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain, manage end-to-end equipment projects, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or related) with 2+ years in manufacturing/industrial engineering.
• Experience supporting manufacturing equipment, tooling, automation systems, or assembly processes.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and solve complex technical problems independently.
• Strong project management, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 75% and work off-shift hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering activities for General Assembly/Final Assembly zones during launches and production operations.
• Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes, automation systems, equipment, and tooling.
• Manage equipment projects from concept to production launch (procurement, installation, validation).
• Serve as primary engineering contact for assigned areas, ensuring milestones and timelines are met.
• Collaborate with Product Engineering, Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Suppliers to resolve challenges.

Skills

Manufacturing Engineering

Project Management

Process Optimization

Automation

Cross-functional Collaboration

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Industrial)

Tools

PLC/Industrial Controls

Automation Equipment

Conveyors & Workstation Design

Job description

The Role

As a General Assembly Manufacturing Engineering Execution Zone Engineer, you will lead the development, launch, and optimization of manufacturing processes within General Assembly and Final Assembly. You will be responsible for implementing automation, tooling, and equipment solutions that support new vehicle programs, model changes, and continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring safety, quality, and operational performance.

Job Description

As a General Assembly Manufacturing Engineering Execution Zone Engineer, you will lead the development, launch, and optimization of manufacturing processes within General Assembly and Final Assembly. You will be responsible for implementing automation, tooling, and equipment solutions that support new vehicle programs, model changes, and continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring safety, quality, and operational performance.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

• Lead manufacturing engineering activities for assigned General Assembly/Final Assembly zones supporting new product launches, model changes, and production operations.
• Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes, automation systems, equipment, tooling, conveyors, and workstation designs.
• Manage equipment and tooling projects from concept through procurement, installation, validation, and production launch.
• Serve as the primary engineering contact for assigned production areas, ensuring launch milestones, readiness targets, and program timelines are achieved.
• Collaborate with Product Engineering, Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and suppliers to resolve manufacturing challenges and drive successful program execution.
• Provide technical leadership to equipment suppliers and integrators throughout design, build, installation, and commissioning activities.
• Support build events, launch activities, process validation, PFMEA development, and issue resolution to ensure manufacturing readiness.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, ergonomics, material flow, and cost reduction.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or relative experience.
• 2+ years of manufacturing, process, industrial, or production engineering experience.
• Experience supporting manufacturing equipment, tooling, automation systems, or assembly processes.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and solve complex technical problems independently.
• Strong project management, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Flexibility to support extensive travel (up to 75%), including during critical launch periods, and availability to work off-shift hours, weekends, holidays, and other non-standard schedules as business needs require.

What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience supporting General Assembly, Final Assembly, or other automotive manufacturing operations.
• Experience with automation, robotics, conveyors, fastening systems, PLCs, or industrial controls.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma, Red X, or similar problem-solving methodologies.
• Experience managing equipment installations, manufacturing launches, and production readiness activities.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and manufacturing layouts.
• Knowledge of PFMEA, process validation, and manufacturing risk assessment methodologies.
• Familiarity with OSHA requirements and manufacturing safety standards.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and manufacturing operations in a high-volume production environment.

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). This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis. The selected candidate will be required to travel at least 50% or more on a frequent basis. Relocation benefits are available for candidates who qualify under company policy.

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