General Motors

Manufacturing Engineer - Flex Fab

General Motors • $80K — $95K *
Warren, MI 48089In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 2+ years in manufacturing engineering, automation, or prototype-to-production engineering.
  • Direct experience with manufacturing operations, suppliers, and cross-functional engineering teams.
  • Strong technical problem-solving and project management skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments independently and remain accountable for results.
  • Willingness to work in manufacturing and laboratory environments.
  • Periodic travel to GM facilities and partners is required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end manufacturing execution for Flexible Fabrication parts and assemblies.
  • Optimize processes for laser cutting, sheet-metal forming, and bending techniques.
  • Resolve technical issues regarding product design and part quality using structured methodologies.
  • Drive continuous-improvement initiatives focused on standardization and operational efficiency.
  • Define and manage manufacturing process requirements for new programs.
  • Support engineering changes and ensure production readiness.
  • Mentor less-experienced engineers and expand technical capabilities within Flexible Fabrication.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for hands-on experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
  • Exposure to cross-functional collaboration with various engineering disciplines.
  • Engagement in continuous improvement and advanced manufacturing techniques.
  • Ability to contribute to low- to medium-volume production, impacting automotive components.
  • Potential for significant career development through mentorship and technical demonstrations.
Full Job Description
Job Description

As a Manufacturing Engineer supporting Flexible Fabrication, you will enable low- to medium-volume production of metal components and assemblies-from prototype development through production readiness. You will drive process improvements, streamline digital workflows, and proactively support the value stream to meet on-time delivery requirements for parts and key deliverables.

Success in this role requires strong technical judgment, hands-on manufacturing experience, and the ability to collaborate effectively across Product Engineering, Application Engineering, and Pontiac Metal Center Flexible Fabrication operations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead end-to-end manufacturing execution for assigned Flexible Fabrication parts and assemblies, from manufacturability reviews and process definition through prototype builds, validation, production-intent transition, and handoff to Pontiac Metal Center.
  • Develop and optimize processes involving laser cutting, sheet-metal forming, and bending. Support material procurement, dimensional verification, joining applications, tooling and fixture design, and shipping activities in collaboration with DREs, Application Engineers, Pontiac Metal Center, and Flexible Fabrication operations.
  • Resolve non-routine technical issues related to product design, manufacturing equipment, and part quality using sound engineering judgment and structured problem-solving methodologies.
  • Lead continuous-improvement initiatives focused on process standardization, digital workflow optimization, automation, and operational efficiency.
  • Define manufacturing process requirements, timing, cost, quality controls, and resource needs for new programs.
  • Support engineering changes, complete required manufacturing deliverables, and ensure production readiness.
  • Mentor less-experienced engineers, support technical demonstrations and lab tours, and help expand Flexible Fabrication's technical capabilities.
Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Two or more years of experience in manufacturing engineering, advanced manufacturing, automation, launch execution, or prototype-to-production engineering.
  • Experience working directly with manufacturing operations, suppliers, and cross-functional engineering teams.
  • Strong technical problem-solving, project management, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments independently and remain accountable for results.
  • Ability to work regularly in manufacturing and laboratory environments.
  • Ability to travel periodically to GM facilities, suppliers, and manufacturing partners.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in automotive manufacturing, Body-in-White, sheet-metal fabrication, metal center operations, or low-volume production environments.
  • Hands-on experience with laser cutting, press-brake forming, automated bending, tube processing, welding, fastening, or fabrication tooling.
  • Experience supporting prototype builds and production-intent hardware development.
  • Knowledge of Design for Manufacturability (DFM), GD&T, PFMEA, Control Plans, and dimensional validation processes.
  • Experience with Teamcenter, CAD/CAM systems, TruTops Boost, and TruBend software.
  • Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, DFSS, Red X, or other structured problem-solving methodologies.
  • Experience developing digital workflows, standardized work documentation, data dashboards, or manufacturing execution 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).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

About General Motors

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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