Senior Electrical Manufacturing Engineer – Electrical & SDV
General Motors · Warren, MI
- Level
- Senior
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Travel
- 50%
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Automotive
- Posted
- 17 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A senior manufacturing role at General Motors (automotive) in Warren, MI. You will design and implement electrical test systems for production lines such as alignment and continuity / functional testing of components.
- They ask for
- 5+ years
- Tools it names
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), Robotics, Automation, MES
- Day to day
- about 50% travel
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About the role
What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)
- ◆Lead end‑to‑end project management for electrical hardware systems, ensuring on‑time delivery, cost alignment, and performance to requirements.
- ◆Coordinate design, development, and integration of electrical hardware—working closely with mechanical, electrical, quality, software, and manufacturing teams.
- ◆Oversee the introduction, commissioning, and validation of new electrical test equipment and system upgrades.
- ◆Drive issue resolution by partnering with engineering and production teams to remove roadblocks and maintain program timing.
- ◆Ensure electrical hardware systems meet manufacturing readiness, reliability expectations, and plant integration requirements.
- ◆Maintain clear communication with stakeholders, providing regular status updates, risk assessments, and mitigation plans.
- ◆Foster a forward‑thinking work culture that embraces change and adapts to evolving organizational and industry needs.
- ◆Build and maintain strategic relationships across software, manufacturing, and program management to strengthen cross‑functional alignment.
Your Skills and Abilities ( L7 Required Qualifications)
- ✓5+ years of experience in electrical hardware development, manufacturing engineering, or automotive systems engineering.
- ✓Strong understanding of electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and hardware integration.
- ✓Experience coordinating installation, validation, and support of electrical test equipment or manufacturing electrical systems.
- ✓Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
- ✓Strong communication skills and the ability to lead cross‑functional teams.
- ✓Familiarity with electrical testing, diagnostic equipment, and integration into manufacturing environments.
Your Skills and Abilities (L6 Required Qualifications)
- ✓2+ years of experience in electrical hardware development, manufacturing engineering, or automotive systems engineering.
- ✓Understanding of electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and hardware integration.
- ✓Experience coordinating installation, validation, and support of electrical test equipment or manufacturing electrical systems.
- ✓Proficient problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
- ✓Effective communication skills and the ability to lead cross‑functional teams.
- ✓Familiarity with electrical testing, diagnostic equipment, and integration into manufacturing environments.
What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
- ✓Experience with hardware design Including circuit board or system level design.
- ✓Experience with vehicle alignment equipment.
- ✓Exposure to robotics, automation equipment, or machine vision (non‑programming focused).
- ✓Familiarity with MES systems or production data tracking tools.
- ✓Working knowledge of in-vehicle software tools (Neo VI, Vehicle Spy, DPS, MERS, etc.)
- ✓In-depth knowledge of plant electrical tools and processes (MPPTT, end-of-line test process, etc.)
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., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc).
This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis.
The selected candidate will be required to travel on a regular basis (25-50%) for this role.
Relocation benefits are avail
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Job Description
Every day, our products move millions of people as we aim to make driving safer, smarter, and more connected, shaping the future of transportation on a global scale.
Global Manufacturing Electrical & SDV is looking for innovators who thrive in tough challenges and are passionate about tackling meaningful work that will shape the future of the automotive industry. This isn’t a role for those looking for an easy path—it’s for those who embrace change, push through obstacles, and take ownership of complex problems. While there will be long days and moments that test your resilience, you’ll find purpose in your work, flexibility to prioritize your family, and the support of a people-first culture. If you’re ready to grow, thrive, and make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
WHY
As vehicle electrical architectures become increasingly complex, ensuring flawless execution in manufacturing has never been more critical. This role exists to drive Electrical First Time Quality by developing and deploying the systems that validate electrical hardware before vehicles reach our customers. Your work will directly influence product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and customer confidence across some of GM's most advanced vehicle programs.
WHAT
As an Senior Electrical Manufacturing Engineer, you will design and implement electrical test systems for production lines such as alignment and continuity / functional testing of components.
HOW
You will partner across manufacturing, quality, software, vehicle engineering, and plant operations to introduce, validate, and continuously improve electrical test systems around the globe. By combining technical expertise, project leadership, and hands-on problem-solving, you will help ensure our manufacturing facilities are prepared to deliver vehicles that meet GM's highest standards for quality, safety, and performance.
Work Arrangement - Onsite
The successful candidate is expected to report to the Warren Tech Center on a full-time basis. This role requires up to 50% domestic and international travel.
This position may be filled with a Senior Engineer or Non-Senior Engineer. The level for this role will be determined based on the selected candidate’s qualifications, skills, and experience.