Manufacturing Engineer: Process & Equipment Optimization

General Motors Company; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 81,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

General Motors Company in Rochester, NY is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to lead engineering activities from concept to implementation, with significant autonomy and cross‑functional collaboration. The role focuses on improving safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity in a high‑volume manufacturing environment.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering field, strong problem‑solving and project‑management skills, and proficiency with SolidWorks/Creo/NX.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, manufacturing, electrical, or related engineering discipline required.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple difficult projects with a high level of autonomy and accountability.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, communication, and project‑management skills.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment, take initiative, and deal effectively with ambiguity.
• Proficiency with engineering, manufacturing, data‑analysis, and project‑management tools.
• Addresses and evaluates a diverse range of issues using innovative methods.
• Willingness to work in plant, including occasional off‑shift or travel requirements.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement solutions for repairing mechanical equipment, minimizing downtime and maximizing output.
• Provide technical support and expertise for the setup, operation, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment.
• Analyze and implement manufacturing processes for the best method.
• Interpret blueprints and schematics to troubleshoot production issues.
• Develop and implement manufacturing processes, procedures, and documentation to improve efficiency and cost‑effectiveness.
• Collaborate with design and production teams to ensure manufacturability of new products and components.
• Direct the design, development, and improvement of manufacturing processes for assigned area.
• Provide direction to engineering support groups and vendors.
• Evaluate or monitor expenditures on processes and/or equipment.

Skills

Autonomy

Analytical thinking

Project management

Communication

Independent judgment

Manufacturing engineering knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, manufacturing, electrical, or related engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

NX

Data analysis tools

Job description

General Motors Company in Rochester, NY is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to lead engineering activities from concept to implementation, with significant autonomy and cross‑functional collaboration. The role focuses on improving safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity in a high‑volume manufacturing environment.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering field, strong problem‑solving and project‑management skills, and proficiency with SolidWorks/Creo/NX.