Manufacturing Engineer - Machining

General Motors Company; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation benefits

Job summary

General Motors Company in Grand Rapids is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support high-volume manufacturing operations, focusing on machining and grinding, with responsibilities spanning documentation, vendor oversight, and process improvements.

The role requires a BS in Engineering or equivalent experience and 3+ years in an engineering support capacity within manufacturing. Overtime and weekend work may be required, with relocation benefits potentially available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or equivalent relevant experience.
• 3+ years of experience in engineering support in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of high-volume manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all manufacturing technical documentation is up to date.
• Provide technical direction to internal teams while overseeing external vendors to ensure manufacturing processes, equipment, and solutions meet quality, efficiency, and production requirements.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to drive problem-solving initiatives, including improving equipment efficiency, resolving downtime events, and addressing customer quality concerns.
• Provide day-to-day support of manufacturing operations and maintenance.
• Participate in identifying and/or resolving safety and ergonomics issues.
• Facilitate or deliver training for team members and maintenance personnel, while also developing technical training manuals and work instructions as needed.
• Participate in project planning and coordination to ensure tasks are completed on schedule and within budget.

Skills

High-volume manufacturing

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Equivalent experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Job Description 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., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.) This job may be eligible for relocation benefits. Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Grand Rapids on a full-time basis.

The Role

The career level Manufacturing Engineer will be skilled in manufacturing equipment, tooling and process improvements and overall manufacturing process support. The work is performed in a manufacturing environment where innovation, creativity and initiative are used to support current manufacturing operations. The work will be focused on high volume machining and grinding.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

• Ensure all manufacturing technical documentation is up to date.
• Provide technical direction to internal teams while overseeing external vendors to ensure manufacturing processes, equipment, and solutions meet quality, efficiency, and production requirements.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to drive problem-solving initiatives, including improving equipment efficiency, resolving downtime events, and addressing customer quality concerns.
• Provide day-to-day support of manufacturing operations and maintenance.
• Participate in identifying and/or resolving safety and ergonomics issues.
• Facilitate or deliver training for team members and maintenance personnel, while also developing technical training manuals and work instructions as needed.
• Participate in project planning and coordination to ensure tasks are completed on schedule and within budget.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or equivalent relevant experience.
• 3+ years of experience in engineering support role in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of high-volume manufacturing.
• Previous experience with computer-based office and engineering software, including Microsoft Suite and AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of CNC machining equipment for one or more of the following processes: ID grinding, OD Grinding, drilling, milling and turning.
• Ability to work off shifts and weekends as well as overtime as needed.

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Knowledge of cold forming and heat processes.
• Knowledge of high-volume fabrication manufacturing.
• Proficiency with CAD Software Statistical Analysis.
• Proficient with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance.
• Tolerance Stack-Up Analysis.
• Project management.

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