Warren, Michigan, United States of America
16 hours ago
Facilities Mechanical Engineer
Job Description

Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Warren, MI three times per week, at minimum.

The Role

As a vital member of our Global Team, you’ll support GM’s manufacturing and non-manufacturing facilities around the world. Partner with an industry-leading team to design, construct, and maintain diverse building assets for various operational functions. Your efforts will ensure safety, compliance, and cost-efficiency, all while leveraging cutting-edge technology to champion social and ecological sustainability.

Join us in shaping the future, not just planning for it!

What You’ll Do

Provide technical expertise and subject matter guidance by assisting and supporting GM and leveraged supplier personnel to ensure compliance with General Motors standards (Mechanical Design Guidelines, OneSpec Sections, Standard Design Details, etc.) for Building Mechanical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection Systems.

Support confidential project planning efforts by providing preliminary scope and feasibility input prior to the engagement of leveraged resources.

Write mechanical, utilities, plumbing, and fire protection scope for portfolio project technical SORs for leveraged engineering and construction suppliers to follow.  Support controls and building automation systems functional requirements.

Writes and maintains GM master specifications and design requirements for approved products and materials used in new project work, considering lessons learned and operational feedback (failures, sentinel events, etc).

Vet new products, manufacturers, and technology for applications in the GM environment with consideration of life-cycle cost.

Liaison with the following General Motors personnel for SW common system definition, conflict resolution, division of work, and standards interpretations: Global Security, Environmental, IT, Safety/IH, Manufacturing/Plant Engineering, Layout, GSC, Site/Plant Operations

Support troubleshooting/optimization of mechanical systems with GM customers after a contracted project team (engineers, contractors, CPS personnel) are paid and have moved onto other projects.  (GM Mechanical Discipline Engineers are paid by dept. budget).

Participate in industry advocacy groups (ASHRAE, NFPA, etc.)

Feasibility reviews of energy performance projects.

Write and maintain GM master specifications and design requirements for approved products and materials used in new fire protection work.

Write technical scope of work for leveraged engineering and construction suppliers to follow in execution of project work.

Develop and coordinate strategic goals and objectives relevant to fire prevention & protection.

Participate in industry advocacy groups (NFPA, etc.)

Facilitate resolution of conflicts arising from the tactical implementation of GM/Supplier strategic goals and objectives as they affect fire prevention & protection. 

Review and support the tracking and follow-up of corrective actions for third-party loss control recommendations.

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Additional Job Description

What You’ll Need (Required Qualifications)

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or related field of study 

5 - 7 years or more of post graduate industry experience

Automotive plant experience

Safety and fire protection guideline knowledge

Experience with process engineering

Knowledge of controls engineering

Ability to multi-task in a dynamic, constantly evolving environment, with a talent for organization, collaboration, and communication

Ability to travel 20% of the time within the United States

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

Master’s in engineering

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

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 aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. 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. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

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

GM is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. GM is committed to providing a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and advancing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, all practices and decisions relating to terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment are made without regard to an individual's protected characteristics. For purposes of this policy, “protected characteristics" include an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, weight, height, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.  If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at Careers.Accommodations@GM.com or call us at 800-865-7580. 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.​

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