Manufacturing Engineer Lockport - Lockport NY

VetJobs; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors in Lockport, NY is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support heat exchanger process equipment through troubleshooting, continuous improvement, and technical problem solving. This on-site role requires collaboration with safety, quality, production, and maintenance teams.

The position focuses on leading root cause analysis, documenting instructions, and implementing control plans and PFMEA. Strong mechanical troubleshooting and project leadership are essential, with flexibility

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience.
• Problem-Solving: Proven ability to resolve quality issues and troubleshoot mechanical breakdowns.
• Project Leadership: Experience leading projects and defining scopes of work for maintenance teams.
• Schedule Flexibility: Ability to support off-shifts and weekends as needed by the business.

Responsibilities

• Lead problem solving and troubleshooting initiatives to determine root cause for equipment related issues
• Create technical documentation such as job instructions and preventative maintenance tasks
• Support the ongoing implementation of processes control plans, PFMEA's, spare part setups, equipment drawings
• Maintain communication with partners outside of the work group including safety, quality, production, and maintenance
• Lead continuous improvement projects to provide technical solutions to technical problems

Skills

Root cause analysis

Project leadership

Off-shift support

Drawing interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience.

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience.

Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

Description

The Role:

This is a Manufacturing Engineering position that will support machine troubleshooting, continuous improvement projects, and problem solving on heat exchanger process equipment.

What You’ll Do

• Lead problem solving and troubleshooting initiatives to determine root cause for equipment related issues
• Create technical documentation such as job instructions and preventative maintenance tasks
• Support the ongoing implementation of processes control plans, PFMEA's, spare part setups, equipment drawings
• Maintain communication with partners outside of the work group including safety, quality, production, and maintenance
• Lead continuous improvement projects to provide technical solutions to technical problems

Auto req ID

486978BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience.
• Problem-Solving: Proven ability to resolve quality issues and troubleshoot mechanical breakdowns.
• Project Leadership: Experience leading projects and defining scopes of work for maintenance teams.
• Schedule Flexibility: Ability to support off-shifts and weekends as needed by the business.

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Industry Experience: Background in manufacturing engineering, quality engineering, or maintenance.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Hands‑on equipment troubleshooting experience, including familiarity with hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Technical Literacy: Ability to read and interpret equipment drawings.
• Design Software: Proficiency using SolidWorks.
• Union Environment: Experience working collaboratively in a unionized facility.

Compensation

The expected base compensation for this role is: $80,200.00 - $125,900.00 USD Annual . Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.

City*

Lockport

State*

New York

Job_Category

Operations

Job Code

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor

General Motors