**Job Description** **PLEASE NOTE:** **GENERAL MOTORS WILL NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU NEED OR WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.** **On-site:** _This position is located on site full time in Warren with travel expectations._ **The Role:** The Manufacturing Execution Engineer GA for ME Optimization will be responsible for executing GA manufacturing optimization projects across various assembly sites, which includes collaborating with cross functional teams across Manufacturing Engineering, Plant Production, Quality and Maintenance Teams to design, build and Commission state of the art Automation Projects in our Vehicle Assembly Plants. This is a unique opportunity to influence the way we, as General Motors, operate within General Assembly in our assembly plants and lead the way to GM achieving a factory of the future. You will be responsible, while working with GA ME, to maximize efficiency while reducing MCPU. Requirements would include effective utilization of personnel, material, machines and facilities necessary for a flawless execution. Key Deliverables will be to coordinate projects, plan, develop and execute GA Optimization projects from ideation to installation to create the most efficient, leanest processes for the entire GM Enterprise. This individual will work with all levels of cross functional teams. Work is performed in a centralized manufacturing engineering facility as well as assembly plant with an elevated level of independent judgment. **What You Will Do (Responsibilities):** + Define all areas of change, which include product and manufacturing requirements (tooling, automation, workstation setup, facility and etc.) + Efficient material flow understandings for future material movement + Develop interfaces, and work with cross functional teams to develop / define common tooling and process across whole department and other groups + Providing technical direction to and oversight of outside vendor sources and product/plant teams + Design, construction, integration, plant installation, successful launch and continuous improvement of equipment and tools required in plants for the production of high quality vehicles. + Lead coordination of automation projects including all Plant integration and pull ahead activities with Continuous Improvement leads, Plant ME/IE Teams. + High level of analytical ability & problem solving where problems are unusual and difficult. + High level of problem solving and issue resolution aptitude + Technical capability with knowledge of automated processes + Complete project plan reviews with the local production management teams for future implementations. Understand local contractual considerations for all projects. + Provide Technical support and assistance to manufacturing and maintenance team members, production supervisors and production associates. + Ensure meeting financial and budget requirements set for projects. + Automate General Assembly tooling / solutions. + Have complete understanding of Bill of Processes (BOP) / Bill of Equipment (BOE). + Manage Timing, Resources, Budget, Lessons Learned, Performance Scorecard, Meeting Minutes, One Pager project weekly report for every project that this individual will lead. + Support Performance Integration of vehicle, especially driving design solutions to integration issues. + Responsible for Engineering Deliverable status at Program Execution Team and Program Quality Readiness Reviews + Engineering launch leadership including on sight leadership at Assembly Plant Launches. + Run Vehicle & Progress Integration Meetings + Engineering interface to Plant Operations including build support and issue resolution, Bill Of Materials and final vehicle completeness. **Additional Job Description** **Your Skills And Abilities (Required Qualifications)** + Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience + 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering experience + 3+ years of experience in manufacturing launch experience + Ability to work independently, make decisions and drive escalations as required. + High level of collaboration and cross-functional skills to work effectively with others. + Strong data management, analysis, presentation, and problem solving skills where they are unusual and difficult. + Able to quickly understand a Layout and propose ideas to + Be creative to provide ideas and action oriented to execute them. + Highly Proficient with Team Center, AutoDesk, MS-Office tools (Excel, Visio, Project and Powerpoint). + Previous experience Leading individual complex projects, with the ability to coordinate resources, report status, and track timelines. + Deep technical knowledge and ability in process engineering disciplines + Deep knowledge and ability to implement GMS principles + Thorough knowledge of Manufacturing Processes, Tooling and Equipment. Also, the Global Launch Process and Vehicle Development Process. + Demonstrated ability to manage multiple and significantly complex projects and assignments with highest level of autonomy and accountability for results + Proven ability in project management skills and ability to teach others + Ability to influence people across the organization. Act as a change agent. + Ability to travel up to 50% within US and International, as required in each phase of the project. **What Can Give You a Competitive Advantage (Preferred Qualifications)** + Previous experience with Scoping, Design, Integration, Commissioning various levels of Automation projects. + Experience working in a unionized manufacturing operation. + Thorough knowledge of Manufacturing Processes, Tooling and Equipment, and how it relates to the Global Launch Process and Vehicle Development Process. + Knowledge and familiarity with general assembly tooling automation and concepts **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. 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