Entry Level - Conveyor Execution Engineer / Tooling Installation Engineer
About GM
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To achieve our vision of a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion, we need people to join us who are passionate about creating safer, better and more sustainable ways for people to get around. This bold vision won’t happen overnight, but just as we transformed how the world moved in the last century, we are committed to transforming how we move today and in the future.
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Job Description
In our pursuit to create a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion, GM’s Global Manufacturing Engineering team is challenging the limits on what is possible and embracing agility as it reimagines how to build the next generation of vehicles. Our diverse team of Manufacturing Engineers play a crucial role in transforming our facilities through implementing the adoption of ground-breaking technologies. From raw sheet metal to final assembly, this team is reinventing the tools and processes that will enable GM to deliver on our promise to create an all-electric future.
As a Conveyor Execution Engineer/Tooling Installation Engineer you will assist in the development of the statement of requirements, and assist in execution of conveyors / process equipment installation in various Manufacturing Centers. You will be exposed to all areas for Conveyor and Installation Execution activities across all ME Centers (Body, Paint and GA).
Creativity and initiative are key characteristics of this position. Conveyor or Installation Suppliers will work directly for you/your manager and you/your manager will be directly responsible for all aspects of their work, including safety, schedule, and cost. Your supervisor will be the main point of contact for these items.
Common Job Tasks
- Assists in generating technical solutions for current, new and major vehicle programs
- Provides some technical leadership for the Supplier
- Estimates the value of the work
- Assists in developing engineering designs (including subsystems)
- Implements engineering changes
- Assists in defining construction requirements
- Assists in developing Installation SOR (Statement of Requirements)
- Solves engineering related problems and manages implementation
- Works with engineering functions, suppliers, plant personnel and others to implement cost reduction, methods and product improvements, and to support build programs
- Communicates information to and from internal and external customer organizations
- Coordinates and consults with departments outside engineering, such as manufacturing, GM Centers, IE, Layout team and Material
- Stays abreast of new technology and competitive products
- Travels as required (50%+ of this job will be travel)
- Develops and tracks progress to schedule
- Supports debug and validation at the ME Center
- Ability for extended durations of travel as required in North America
- Ability to support all shifts and holidays
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following areas of study: Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Industrial Safety, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics, Production Engineering, or Robotics
- Graduated in Spring/Summer 2021
- Willing to work in a plant environment
- Able to work fulltime, minimum 40 hours per week
Location: Warren, MI - However, extensive and frequent travel may be required.
Desired Skills
- High level of oral and written communication skills
- Developing technical and professional skills
- Appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with business partners to meet mutual goals
- Understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of mechanical/electrical mechanisms
- Developing analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult
- High level of interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with others
- Ability to work in and with a team with people from many different organizations.
- Proficient in Microsoft Project and Excel
- Ability to use AutoCAD
Benefits Overview
The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
• Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
• Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;
• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
• Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.
Diversity Information
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statements
The policy of General Motors is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Additionally, General Motors is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at Careers.Accommodations@GM.com . In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.