Manufacturing Engineer - Press & Automation

General Motors · Warren, MI

Level: Engineer
Team: Manufacturing
Travel: 50%
Degree: Required
Experience asked: 2+ years
Industry: Automotive
Posted: 6 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level manufacturing role at General Motors (automotive) in Warren, MI. In this role, you will work on innovative manufacturing solutions that improve safety, quality, throughput, and reliability across our facilities.

They ask for: 2+ years · degree required
Tools it names: Root cause, Automation, Stamping, Tooling, SolidWorks, AutoCAD
Day to day: some off-shift / weekend coverage · about 50% travel

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About the role

The Role

As a Press and Automation Manufacturing Engineer, you will help design, implement, and optimize the press and automation systems that support our stamping operations. In this role, you will work on innovative manufacturing solutions that improve safety, quality, throughput, and reliability across our facilities.

You will be responsible for developing and validating engineering solutions, identifying opportunities for automation and process improvement, and supporting the effective use of equipment, tooling, materials, and personnel. This role requires strong technical judgment, hands-on problem solving, and the ability to work across a broad range of mechanical and manufacturing systems.

You will also partner closely with engineering, suppliers, plant teams, controls engineers, and IT teams to deliver projects from concept through implementation. In addition to leading technical work, you may provide direction to other engineers or engineering support personnel and support work being performed at supplier build shops and stamping facilities.

requirements

and support system integration

✓Analyze existing systems and identify opportunities to improve accuracy, reliability, speed, and overall performance
✓Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions related to press and automation system issues
✓Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues involving equipment, machinery, and automation systems
✓Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency, quality, and cost performance
✓Develop and maintain technical documentation related to equipment and system design, development, and implementation
✓Support training for production and plant personnel on the operation and maintenance of press and automation systems
✓Work with internal partners and external suppliers to implement cost reduction strategies and manufacturing improvements

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

✓Bachelors of Science degree in Engineering is required. Mechanical preferred, or related field.
✓2+ years of experience developing and maintaining machinery and equipment in manufacturing, preferably with press and automation systems in stamping
✓Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, including mechanics, hydraulics, and pneumatics
✓Understanding of engineering theory, manufacturing methods, and equipment operation principles
✓Experience coordinating design and construction activities, preferably in automotive manufacturing facilities
✓Experience managing projects with changing production schedules, budget constraints, and multiple stakeholders
✓Proficiency with Microsoft tools, including MS Project
✓Experience using CAD and engineering systems such as AutoCAD, Unigraphics, SOLIDWORKS, Teamcenter, or Teamcenter Visualization
✓Strong problem-solving skills, initiative, and ability to work effectively in ambiguous situations
✓High level of integrity and ability to work independently

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

✓Master of Science degree in Engineering. Mechanical is preferred, or related field.
✓5+ years of experience developing and maintaining machinery and equipment in stamping, body shop, or assembly plant operations
✓Demonstrated experience developing press and automation equipment or systems
✓Hands-on experience operating and troubleshooting industrial machinery or automation systems
✓Advanced study or experience in a related STEM field

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Job Description

Hybrid

This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the Warren Technical Center, Warren MI three times per week, at minimum, or other frequency dictated by the business. (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday are the desired days to be onsite)

Our Mission

At General Motors, our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process, we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen, but to be felt. We’re turning today’s impossible into tomorrow’s standard —from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design, intelligent software, and next-generation safety and entertainment features.

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.

What You’ll Do

•Specify, procure, develop, integrate, and validate press and automation system solutions for stamping plants
•Perform design analysis of mechanical systems and manufacturing equipment
•Partner with controls engineering, IT, suppliers, and plant teams to define

Benefits

GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.

Sponsorship

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE.

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 hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}.

The selected candidate will be required to travel at least 50% or more on a frequent basis.

Relocation benefits are available for candidates who qualify under company policy.