General Assembly Technical Leader

General Motors Company; Warren (MI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors Company is seeking a highly technical, hands-on General Assembly Technical Leader to design and standardize Bill of Equipment (BoE) for General Assembly. You will lead cross-functional teams in automation development, MR creation, and cost-saving initiatives while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

You will mentor engineers, lead feasibility studies, and drive scalable automation across trim, chassis, and final assembly processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent
• 5+ years manufacturing engineering experience
• 3+ years manufacturing execution launch experience
• Understanding of machinery and equipment and tool design, and/or automation processing
• Deep understanding of general assembly processes and automation integration
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and compliance
• Proven ability to independently manage complex projects
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to define and document manufacturing requirements, processes, and automation enablers

Responsibilities

• Lead BoE design, development and continuous improvement in General Assembly.
• Benchmark world-class processes and equipment; lead expert team meetings.
• Develop process manufacturing requirements (MRs) and automation enablers.
• Lead development and deployment of scalable automation solutions.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers on requirements and timelines.
• Mentor and influence plant engineers and related areas.
• Uphold safety standards and regulatory requirements across tools and automation initiatives.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Machinery & equipment

Automation

Lean manufacturing

Safety & compliance

Project management

Communication skills

Documentation of MR design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience

Master’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Work Arrangement

Hybrid

This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the Warren Technical Center, Warren MI three times per week, at minimum, or other frequency dictated by the business. (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday are the desired days to be onsite)

Our Mission

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.

The Role

As a General Assembly Technical Leader (Flawless Launch), you will lead the design and standardization of cutting‑edge Bill of Equipment (BoE) that transforms how we build vehicles. This role is ideal for a highly technical, hands‑on innovator who thrives in ambiguity and is passionate about solving complex manufacturing challenges. You will play a key role in advancing our BoE capabilities and making sure our systems are at the forefront of the industry.

• Lead Bill of Equipment (BoE): Direct the design, development and continuous improvement of Bill of Equipment (BoE) in General Assembly. Develop strategies to standardize equipment to meet future product requirements. Monitor expenditures for processes and/or equipment, while continuously focusing on total enterprise cost‑saving opportunities.
• Benchmarking: Benchmark world‑class processes and equipment, incorporate lessons learned and lead global expert team meetings. Participate in feasibility studies and prototyping to explore new technologies and methodologies.
• Manufacturing Requirements (MRs): Develop process manufacturing requirements (MRs) and automation enablers for trim, chassis, or final systems in General Assembly.
• Automation Strategy: Lead the development and deployment of scalable automation solutions that improve safety, quality, ergonomics, throughput, flexibility, and equipment reliability. Evaluate emerging automation technologies, including robotics, vision systems, error‑proofing, data collection, and digital manufacturing tools. Drive standardized General Assembly equipment and processes while balancing technical feasibility, total cost, maintainability, and future product requirements.
• Collaborate Cross‑Functionally: Partner with internal teams and external suppliers to align on technical requirements, timelines, and deliverables.
• Mentor & Influence: Guide execution and plant engineers and influence broader functional areas through technical leadership.
• Ensure Compliance: Uphold safety standards, engineering best practices and regulatory requirements throughout all tools, equipment, and automation initiatives.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering with a focus on machinery and equipment, tools and automation.
• 3+ years manufacturing execution launch experience
• Understanding of machinery and equipment and tool design, and/or automation processing.
• Deep understanding of general assembly processes and automation integration.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and compliance.
• Proven ability to independently manage complex projects.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to define and document manufacturing requirements, processes, and automation enablers

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Masters degree in Engineering or related field.
• Experience in fast‑paced, high‑throughput environments with a focus on system reliability and maintainability.
• 3+ years in a supervisory or technical leadership role.
• Familiarity with DFSS, DFMEA, & PFMEA.
• Background in project and/or construction management.
• Proficient in data analysis to drive continuous improvement.

Benefits

GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more. 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 hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}.The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role.Relocation benefits are available for candidates who qualify under company policy.

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us

We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Benefits Overview

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Non‑Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)

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Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role‑related assessment(s) and/or a pre‑employment screening prior to beginning employment.

Accommodations

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