General Motors

Design Release Engineer - Cylinder Block Structure

General Motors • $80K — $95K *
Warren, MI 48089Hybrid
Manufacturing & Automotive
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Materials Engineering.
  • 2+ years of experience in automotive component release or quality engineering, preferably in powertrain.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Familiar with engineering change management and supplier quality processes.
  • Capability to collaborate and influence cross-functional teams.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical reporting.
  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

  • Generate technical solutions for engine cylinder blocks in GM propulsion programs.
  • Contribute to advanced component and technology development.
  • Conduct design analyses and evaluate engineering designs.
  • Implement cost reductions, process improvements, and product enhancements across functions.
  • Balance business priorities like cost, quality, and timing.
  • Manage engineering changes and support their timely release and implementation.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to improve manufacturing quality and reduce defects.
  • Perform supplier audits and drive corrective actions for nonconformances.
  • Support validation of changes in dyno and vehicle programs to meet GM standards.
  • Lead root-cause analysis for warranty issues and implement effective corrective actions.
  • Communicate project status and risk management plans to various stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
  • Employee discounts on vehicle purchases.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Retirement savings plans with company matching.
  • Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.
Full Job Description

Job Description

 The Role
 In this role, you will support the production design release, component sourcing, and launch of internal combustion engine cylinder blocks and structural hardware. You will also contribute to root-cause analysis and containment of warranty issues, manage engineering changes, and drive improvements in manufacturing quality.
 What You’ll Do

  • Generate and execute technical solutions for engine cylinder blocks supporting GM propulsion programs.
  • Contribute to advanced component and technology development activities.
  • Perform design analyses and evaluate engineering designs.
  • Work cross-functionally to implement cost reductions, process improvements, and product enhancements while supporting prototype and production builds.
  • Balance business priorities, including cost, mass, complexity, quality, and timing.
  • Manage engineering changes and support timely release, PPAP, and implementation at plants and suppliers.
  • Collaborate with casting, machining, powder metal and gasket suppliers to improve manufacturing quality and reduce defects.
  • Conduct supplier process audits and capability studies, and drive corrective actions for nonconformances.
  • Support validation of running changes on dyno and vehicle programs while ensuring compliance with GM specifications and standards.
  • Lead or support root-cause analysis for field and warranty issues, and develop and implement containment and corrective actions.
  • Communicate status, risks, and issue-resolution plans to leadership, manufacturing, quality, and cross-functional program teams.
  • Stay current on relevant technologies and competitive products.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
  • 2+ years of experience in automotive component release, quality, manufacturing, or a related engineering discipline; powertrain experience is preferred.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience with engineering change management and supplier quality processes.
  • Ability to collaborate with and influence cross-functional teams and suppliers to drive improvements in quality, timing, and cost.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to create concise technical reports and communicate with stakeholders.
  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for supplier and plant support as needed.

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

  • Direct experience with engine cylinder blocks or cylinder heads.
  • Experience with casting and machining processes.
  • Knowledge of PPAP, APQP, automotive quality standards, and related requirements.
  • Familiarity with DFMEA and structured problem-solving methodologies, such as Red X, DFSS, and fishbone analysis.
  • Experience with Teamcenter or similar PLM tools for part release, BOM management, and drawing control.
  • Strong understanding of GD&T and tolerance analysis for cast, machined, forged and stamped components.
  • Familiarity with CAE and/or CFD methods and tools.
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).

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General Motors Company engages in the manufacture and sale of cars and trucks in the United States, China, Brazil, Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Italy. It offers sedans, crossovers, sport utility vehicles, pick-up trucks, coupes, sports/convertibles and hybrid vehicles, hatchbacks/wagons, and vans, as well as mini cars in India. The company also provides parts and accessories, such as iPod and MP3 compatibility, mobility accessories, performance parts, AC parts and services, and merchandise. In addition, it offers vehicle safety, security, and information services. The company provides used vehicles. It offers its products through dealers and distributors. General Motors Company was formerly known as NGMCO, Inc. and changed its name to General Motors Company in July 2009. The company was incorporated in 2009 and is based in Detroit, Michigan. It operates manufacturing facilities in India, the United States, and Canada. General Motors Company operates as a subsidiary of the United States Department of The Treasury. General Motors led global vehicle sales for 77 consecutive years from 1931 through 2007, longer than any other automaker, and is currently among the world's largest automakers by vehicle unit sales. General Motors acts in most countries outside the USA via wholly-owned subsidiaries but operates in China through 10 joint ventures. GM's OnStar subsidiary provides vehicle safety, security, and information services. In 2009, General Motors shed several brands, closing Saturn, Pontiac, and Hummer, and emerged from a government-backed Chapter 11 reorganization. In 2010, GM made an initial public offering IPOs to date and returned to profitability later that year.

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Size
157,000 employees
Market Cap
$46.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$6.4 billion
Founded
1908
5 Year Trend
-3.2%
Revenue
$122.4 billion
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