Entry-Level Manufacturing Weld Engineer - Fairfax

General Motors•Fairfax, VA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Manufacturing Weld Engineer, you will be responsible for proposing and evaluating manufacturing processes and equipment for effectiveness. There are accountabilities in maintenance, implementation and continuous improvement process controls methods for the body shop welding, fastening, sealing & adhesive applications.

Requirements

Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in one of the following areas: Welding Engineering Technology, Materials Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
Must be graduating between December 2026 and June 2027.
Able to work fulltime, 40 hours per week.
Must be willing to work in a plant environment.
Knowledge of joining processes that may include: Welding processes – spot, mig, plasma, laser welding, Aluminum Spot welding, Sealer & Adhesive Vehicle requirements, Clinch & Rivet Applications, Drawn Arc Stud Welding, Projection weld nut welding.
Knowledge of computer software as it pertains to the manufacturing process.
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.

Nice To Haves

Outstanding interpersonal and relationship management skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with varying levels of the organization.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill complex subjects to a wider audience.
Emerging partnership and collaboration skills and ability to learn from and share knowledge with co-workers in a fast-paced environment.
High level of integrity, ability to deal with ambiguity, takes initiative/self-directed.
Evidence of strong character with integrity, honesty, accountability and trust.
Consistently demonstrates innovative thinking that is customer-centric.
Excellent project management skills and the proven ability to manage multiple projects at any given time.

Responsibilities

Provide welding engineering support to the Body production organization.
Provide plant floor troubleshooting, training and problem solving to root cause analysis.
Be a technical resource for manufacturing engineers, skilled trades and production teams.
Process validation experience with new equipment build, installation and start-up.
Provide a safe work environment & follow all policies.
Work with engineering & production teams for quality, warranty & cost improvement activities.
Coordinate guidance from internal/external customers to meet customer needs and/or perceptions.