Weld & Sealing Engineer

Description
Sponsorship: 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.)
Work Arrangement
This role is categorized as onsite. The successful candidate is expected to report to their assigned GM worksite, five days per week and to respond to the site in the event of an emergency after hours, on weekend or holidays.
The Role:
This role provides engineering support for joining, dispense, and launch activities within the vehicle assembly and body production organization. The position ensures successful implementation of processes during product launches while supervising a small to medium team of hourly employees in the body shop.
What You'll Do:

• Complete all GMS (Global Manufacturing System) audits & requirements
  • Actively implements safety & housekeeping standards (WPO)
  • Complete all FIFO (First In - First Out) audits & requirements
  • Exceeds BPD SPQRCE & BIQ4 requirements
  • Support TIP (Throughput Improvement Process) as needed
  • Organize, execute, & follow up all necessary work needed for weekend completion in areas of assignment
  • Keeps management informed of developments as they occur & escalates as required
• Implements divisional & Corporate policies
• Complies with the terms of local & national labor agreements
• Maintains corporate & unit management control systems & department records
• Pay personnel in time keeping systems (KRONOS or other) daily
• Maintain, implement and continuously improve process control methods for the body shop welding, fastening, sealing & adhesive applications to include:
  • Maintain database of all non-conforming joining problems
  • Maintain weld equipment with yearly certifications
  • Maintain and update all weld tool information sheets
  • Maintain Audit Certification for Body Shop
• Provide plant floor troubleshooting, training and problem solving to root cause analysis
• Propose and evaluate manufacturing processes and equipment for assigned areas
• Be a technical resource for manufacturing engineers, skilled trades and production teams
• Process validation experience with new equipment build, installation and start-up
• Knowledge of computer software as it pertains to the manufacturing process
• Must be able to rotate or work off shifts and work weekends (3 shift operation)
• Provide a safe work environment & comply with all policies
• Work with engineering & production teams for quality, warranty & cost improvement activities
• Coordinate input from internal/external customers to meet customer needs and/or perceptions
• Cover maintenance areas as required, including weekend rotations
• Assist with Joining & Dispense Launch activities as needed

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent training preferred
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, body shop operations, or production launch support.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for cross-shift coordination and stakeholder engagement.
• Demonstrated ability to identify gaps, implement process improvements, and drive throughput efficiency.
• Skilled in analyzing operational data and facilitating corrective actions during launch phases.
• Must be willing to work on any shift on a rotation basis

What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

• Knowledge of joining processes to include:
  • Welding processes - Resistance spot, MIG braze
  • Aluminum Spot welding
  • Sealer & Adhesive applications and requirements
  • Clinch & Rivet Applications
  • Drawn Arc Stud Welding
  • Projection nut/stud welding

This role may be eligible for relocation benefits.
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