Manufacturing Engineer - Machining

General Motors; Wyoming (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation benefits

Job summary

General Motors in Michigan is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support high-volume machining and grinding, focusing on tooling, equipment, and process improvements within a fast-paced manufacturing environment in Grand Rapids.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, oversee external vendors, ensure documentation and training, and participate in projects to improve equipment efficiency and quality across operations. Relocation benefits may be available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent relevant experience.
• 3+ years in an engineering support role in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of high-volume manufacturing.
• Proficiency with CAD software and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all manufacturing technical documentation is up to date.
• Provide technical direction to internal teams while overseeing external vendors to ensure 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, and develop training manuals and work instructions.
• Participate in project planning and coordination to ensure tasks are completed on schedule and within budget.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

CNC knowledge

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Suite

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

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

From day one, we're looking out for your well-being-at work and at home-so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources .

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

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.

All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.

We encourage interested candidates to revie