Job Opening for Pre-Production Quality Engineer in General Motors (Warren, MI)

In our pursuit to create a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion, GM’s global manufacturing engineering team is challenging the limits on what is possible and embracing agility as it reimagines how to build the next generation of vehicles. Our diverse team of manufacturing engineers play a crucial role in transforming our facilities through implementing the adoption of ground-breaking technologies. From raw sheet metal to final assembly, this team is reinventing the tools and processes that will enable GM to deliver on our promise to create an all-electric future.

Pre-Production Quality Engineer

Overview:

General Motors Pre-Production Operations builds proto-type vehicles. These vehicles are used by our Product Engineering teams to validate the product and Manufacturing teams to develop the manufacturing processes. The PPO QE utilizes problem solving methodologies to support proto-type vehicle build activities. The QE evaluates issues to determine preliminary root cause, establishes issue ownership (Design, Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, PPO) and supports the overall issue resolution process. The QE will engage with global and cross functional teams on a regular basis.

Responsibilities
Provides technical assistance to Pre-Production technicians.
Acts as a liaison between PPO and engineering, manufacturing engineering and suppler quality issues during the proto-type build phase.
Conducts easel board meetings by leading teams through the global issue resolution process
Establishes a course of action to accomplish completion of the job and/or project
Coordinates input from internal/external customers to better understand customer needs and/or perceptions
Leads easel board review meetings and participates in Issue Resolution Team (IRT) meetings.
Interacts with Suppliers and leads containment efforts for Supplier Quality issues including acceptance of 5 phases and submitting cost recovery documentation
Ability to read and comprehend blue prints, GD&T, math data and other engineering documentation
Ability to read and understand CMM, FARO, Scan reports and other types of critical data as it relates to engineering design and supplier components/sub-assemblies
Keeps abreast of current product developments and trends in areas of expertise
Actively looks for opportunities to drive change and continuous improvement with current practices & processes.
Strives to expand professional knowledge/development thru available training & certifications (i.e. Red X; DFSS etc.)
Required

Bachelor’s degree (Engineering or Engineering Technology preferred) or equivalent experience
Relatively high level of analytical ability where problems are complex
Strong oral and written communication skills and comfortable presenting to large groups and varying levels of management
Knowledge of engineering, design and manufacturing processes
Demonstrated technical and professional skills
Ability to lead and/or work within teams
Maintains a level of professionalism in line with GM’s core values and behaviors
Ability to work 1st or 2nd shift as required/assigned

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;
Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities.GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statements

The policy of General Motors is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Additionally, General Motors is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us atCareers.Accommodations@GM.com. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.