Installation Engineer - Automotive Assembly Systems

General Motors; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation benefits

Job summary

General Motors Global Technical Center in Warren, Michigan seeks an Installation Engineer to lead in‑plant project management, installation of tooling, equipment cells, and conveyance systems for General Assembly. You will supervise installation suppliers and union trades to ensure safe, compliant execution aligned with GM standards.

You’ll coordinate with ME Centers, plant personnel, Controls, IE, Layout, and Materials while driving cost reduction, process improvements, and technology adoption

Qualifications

• Experience with conveyor technologies and installation (3+ years preferred).
• Experience integrating tooling or equipment cells (1+ years preferred).
• Technical experience in industrial construction, project management, or equipment/tooling installation.
• Working knowledge of process engineering disciplines: plant layouts, construction codes, installation methods, and manufacturing requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and AutoCAD or similar drawing/modeling tools.
• Understanding of mechanical and electrical systems operation, controls/automation fundamentals, and robotic cell integration.
• Knowledge of manufacturing domains such as Press, Body Shop, General Assembly, Paint, or Propulsion.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and execute installation activities for tooling, equipment cells, and conveyance systems in General Assembly.
• Develop Statements of Requirements (SORs), Installation Scopes of Work, construction requirements, and engineering change content.
• Ensure installation methods comply with GM technical standards, safety requirements, construction codes, and documented processes.
• Generate technical solutions for new and major vehicle programs, including subsystem designs and engineering changes.
• Provide technical direction to installation suppliers and oversee the work of union trades to ensure safe and compliant execution.
• Lead power‑on, debug, and validation activities to confirm system readiness and adherence to functional requirements.
• Coordinate execution with ME Centers (Body, Paint, GA), plant personnel, suppliers, Controls, IE, Layout, Material, and GM Centers.
• Support cost‑reduction, process‑improvement, and product‑enhancement initiatives across functions.
• Develop, track, and report project schedules, installation timelines, and contractor assignments.
• Estimate project costs, manage spending, process supplier payments, and ensure adherence to financial controls.
• Communicate installation status, risks, and technical updates to internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain project records, issue documentation, and ensure technical information is shared across engineering and plant organizations.
• Stay current on new technologies, competitive products, and installation methods.
• Identify and implement improvements in installation processes, engineering standards, and project execution practices.

Skills

Conveyor technologies

Tooling integration

Industrial construction

Project management

Electrical systems operation

Robotic cell integration

Manufacturing processes

Communication across functions

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Construction Management or Safety Management

Equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Project

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

AutoCAD

Job description

General Motors Global Technical Center in Warren, Michigan seeks an Installation Engineer to lead in‑plant project management, installation of tooling, equipment cells, and conveyance systems for General Assembly. You will supervise installation suppliers and union trades to ensure safe, compliant execution aligned with GM standards.

You’ll coordinate with ME Centers, plant personnel, Controls, IE, Layout, and Materials while driving cost reduction, process improvements, and technology adoption