Future Program Execution Ergonomist or Senior Future Program Execution Ergonomist

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Warren, MI, USA
Hybrid
Senior level
Automotive • Big Data • Information Technology • Robotics • Software • Transportation • Manufacturing
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The Role
Lead ergonomics analysis and resolution for new vehicle programs using DHM simulations and 3D CAD. Conduct risk assessments, set threshold limits, coordinate with design, manufacturing, suppliers and UAW, manage ergonomic issues to closure, and support continuous improvement to reduce injuries and manufacturing inefficiencies.
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Job Description Summary
As a Future Program Execution Ergonomist, you will be responsible for the identification and resolution of ergonomic issues which will drive the reduction of injuries and manufacturing inefficiencies on GM's next generation of vehicles. The ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment will be critical to your success. You will collaborate with other engineering disciplines, such as product design and manufacturing, as well as outside suppliers and UAW representatives.
This position may be filled with a Future Program Execution Ergonomist or Senior Future Program Execution Ergonomist. The level for this role will be determined based on the selected candidate's qualifications, skills, and experience.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities)
  • Serve as the subject matter expert in the field of ergonomics, supporting launch and pre-production manufacturing ergonomic activities for New & Major vehicle programs in Warren and our vehicle manufacturing sites across North America.
  • Ensure manufacturing ergonomics requirements are implemented and met on all new vehicle programs.
  • Conduct Ergonomic risk analysis of new product designs and establish threshold limit values.
  • Work collaboratively with product designers, manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering and assembly plant personnel, including UAW and non-UAW.
  • Manage all ergonomic issues to closure and coordinate follow-up through appropriate engineering team.
  • Use 3D Virtual Digital Human Model (DHM) Simulations and 3D Vehicle CAD to determine acceptable manufacturing ergonomic parameters for new vehicle product assembly.
  • Initiate and lead ergonomics initiatives/projects to continuously improve processes, solution left and design out ergonomic issues before physical builds begin.
  • Provide Future Program Ergonomic issue status and updates to Future Vehicle Program and Plant leadership.
  • Provide timely written reports and updates on specific ergonomics projects to support analytics and lessons learned.
  • Support manufacturing operations ergonomics by bringing current plant ergonomics issues to the appropriate design and manufacturing engineers for resolution in order to design our similar ergonomic concerns on future programs.

Additional Job Description
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications): Senior Future Program Execution Ergonomist
  • 6+ years of experience using ergonomic analysis tools and performing risk assessments.
  • 6+ years of automotive/manufacturing or other relevant industry experience.
  • 3+ years of Digital Human Modeling experience. PS Human or Siemens Jack preferred, 3DSSP or other software acceptable.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology, Human Kinetics, Industrial, Systems, or Mechanical Engineering.
  • Demonstrated ability to organize, plan and execute manufacturing and/or ergonomic manufacturing projects.
  • Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects and/or programs is required.
  • High level of analytical ability and problem-solving skills are required.
  • Must be able to develop detailed understanding of the customer's needs, issues, and priorities through routinely seeking customer feedback.
  • An ability to focus on and work towards planned targets, overcoming obstacles, setbacks and uncertainty, using appropriate processes.
  • Ability to travel is required.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications ): Future Program Execution Ergonomist
  • 2+ years of experience using ergonomic analysis tools and performing risk assessments.
  • 2+ years of automotive/manufacturing or other relevant industry experience.
  • 1+ years of Digital Human Modeling experience. PS Human or Siemens Jack preferred, 3DSSP or other software acceptable.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology, Human Kinetics, Industrial, Systems, or Mechanical Engineering.
  • Demonstrated ability to organize, plan and execute manufacturing and/or ergonomic manufacturing projects.
  • Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects and/or programs is required.
  • High level of analytical ability and problem-solving skills are required.
  • Must be able to develop detailed understanding of the customer's needs, issues, and priorities through routinely seeking customer feedback.
  • An ability to focus on and work towards planned targets, overcoming obstacles, setbacks and uncertainty, using appropriate processes.
  • Ability to travel is required.

What Can Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
  • Experience with Process Simulate Human
  • Experience with Virtual Reality
  • Master's Degree in Kinesiology, Human Kinetics, Industrial, Biomedical, Systems or Mechanical Engineering.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with the UAW and other unions.

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 <25% for this role.
This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
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Skills Required

  • 6+ years using ergonomic analysis tools and performing risk assessments (Senior) or 2+ years (non-senior)
  • 6+ years automotive/manufacturing experience (Senior) or 2+ years (non-senior)
  • 3+ years Digital Human Modeling experience (Senior) or 1+ years (non-senior); PS Human or Siemens Jack preferred, 3DSSP or other acceptable
  • Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology, Human Kinetics, Industrial, Systems, or Mechanical Engineering
  • Demonstrated ability to organize, plan and execute manufacturing and/or ergonomic manufacturing projects
  • Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects and/or programs
  • High level of analytical ability and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to develop detailed understanding of customer needs through feedback
  • Ability to focus on and work towards planned targets, overcoming obstacles and uncertainty
  • Ability to travel (<25%)
  • Experience with Process Simulate Human
  • Experience with Virtual Reality
  • Master's Degree in Kinesiology, Human Kinetics, Industrial, Biomedical, Systems or Mechanical Engineering
  • Demonstrated ability to work with the UAW and other unions

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  • Retirement Support Retirement programs prominently feature a 401(k) with a 4% automatic company contribution plus up to a 6% match for eligible roles, and certain groups note pension or defined‑contribution arrangements. Retiree resources, including a VEBA trust for healthcare in specific populations, are also cited.
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