Job Description
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., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)
This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Grand Rapids on a full-time basis.
The Role:
The career level Manufacturing Engineer will be skilled in manufacturing equipment, tooling and process improvements and overall manufacturing process support. The work is performed in a manufacturing environment where innovation, creativity and initiative are used to support current manufacturing operations. The work will be focused on high volume machining and grinding.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities):
Responsible for supporting activities that may include:
- Ensure all manufacturing technical documentation is up to date.
- Provide technical direction to internal teams while overseeing external vendors to ensure manufacturing processes, equipment, and solutions meet quality, efficiency, and production requirements.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to drive problem-solving initiatives, including improving equipment efficiency, resolving downtime events, and addressing customer quality concerns.
- Provide day-to-day support of manufacturing operations and maintenance.
- Participate in identifying and/or resolving safety and ergonomics issues.
- Facilitate or deliver training for team members and maintenance personnel, while also developing technical training manuals and work instructions as needed.
- Participate in project planning and coordination to ensure tasks are completed on schedule and within budget.
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
- 5+ years of experience in engineering support role in a manufacturing environment.
- Working knowledge of high-volume manufacturing.
- Previous experience with computer- based office and engineering software, including Microsoft Suite and AutoCAD.
- Knowledge of CNC machining equipment for one or more of the following processes: ID grinding, OD Grinding, drilling, milling and turning.
- Ability to work off shifts and weekends as well as overtime as needed.
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
- Knowledge of cold forming and heat processes.
- Knowledge of high-volume fabrication manufacturing.
- Proficiency with CAD Software
- Statistical Analysis.
- Proficient with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance.
- Tolerance Stack-Up Analysis.
- Project management





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