General Motors

Welding/Joining Engineer- Body Shop

General Motors • $75K — $95K *
Lake Orion, MI 48362In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in automotive manufacturing or welding/joining engineering.
  • Bachelor's degree in welding engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field.
  • Solid understanding of welding principles, including resistance spot welding, MIG welding, and adhesive bonding.
  • Familiarity with weld schedules, joint design, and process validation.
  • Experience with weld quality inspection and troubleshooting techniques.
  • Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and contribute to shared goals.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Support the setup and validation of welding and joining systems for the T1XX-X program.
  • Assist in commissioning weld cells and ensure equipment readiness.
  • Collaborate with tooling and controls teams to optimize joining processes for launch.
  • Work with manufacturing, quality, and supplier teams to ensure joint integrity.
  • Participate in build events and troubleshoot joining-related issues during production.
  • Validate weld parameters and joint designs for structural and safety compliance.
  • Monitor joining metrics and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

  • Possible relocation benefits available.
  • Opportunity to work on innovative vehicle programs.
  • Support from experienced team members for professional growth and development.
  • Contribute to projects that impact vehicle safety and performance.
Full 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 Orion, MI on a full-time basis.

The Role:

We are seeking a Welding/Joining Engineer for Orion Assembly, you will play a foundational role in launching the T1XX-X program by developing and validating base-level joining systems. Focused on startup activities, you will ensure that welding processes, equipment, and tooling are optimized for production readiness. Working closely with the Lead Welding Engineer, you will support the installation, commissioning, and refinement of joining systems, including resistance spot welding, MIG welding, and adhesive bonding. This role is vital through launch and into steady-state production, where you will maintain process integrity, support quality investigations, and drive continuous improvement. You will collaborate with suppliers, equipment integrators, and internal teams to ensure joint quality and compliance with engineering specifications. Your work will directly impact vehicle safety, structural performance, and long-term durability.

What You'll Do:
  • Support the setup and validation of welding and joining systems for the T1XX-X program.
  • Assist in commissioning weld cells, validating weld schedules, and ensuring equipment readiness.
  • Collaborate with tooling and controls teams to optimize joining processes for launch.
  • Work with manufacturing, quality, and supplier teams to ensure joint integrity and process stability.
  • Support supplier readiness and equipment validation, including occasional travel to supplier sites.
  • Participate in build events and troubleshoot joining-related issues during early-stage production.
  • Validate weld parameters and joint designs to meet structural and safety requirements.
  • Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for weld-related quality issues.
  • Monitor joining metrics and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Ensure joining processes comply with engineering specifications and GM standards.
  • Assist in developing process documentation, weld maps, and quality control plans.
  • Support training and development of Tech 5 roles and other technical team members.
  • Share best practices and contribute to building long-term joining expertise within the plant.
  • Assist in preparing weld quality reports and reviews for plant leadership.
  • Communicate findings clearly to support strategic decision-making and launch success.


Required Qualifications:
  • 3+ years of experience in automotive manufacturing or welding/joining engineering or related experience
  • Bachelor's degree in welding engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Solid understanding of welding principles, including resistance spot welding, MIG welding, and adhesive bonding.
  • Familiarity with weld schedules, joint design, and process validation.
  • Experience with weld quality inspection and troubleshooting techniques.
  • Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and contribute to shared goals.
  • Experience with root cause analysis and Practical Problem Solving (PPS).
  • Commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to mentor and train technical roles, including Tech 5 welding team members.
  • Perform Red X projects
  • Flexibility to work different shifts as needed is required


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience supporting new vehicle program launches.
  • Understanding of Body Shop joining systems and their impact on vehicle structure and safety.
  • Familiarity with weld cell commissioning and supplier equipment validation.
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor technical roles and support team development.
  • Comfort navigating weld inspection tools and joining process documentation.


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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Learn more about General Motors
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
NASDAQ
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