Senior Engineer – Mechanical Systems

GM•Warren, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the ARC Robotics Technology Development team and help develop the next generation of advanced robotics for manufacturing. As a Mechanical Systems Engineer on the ARC Robotics Technology Development team, you will enable new automation initiatives across GM Manufacturing Operations. This role focuses on robotic tooling, fixtures, mechanisms, and machine hardware that can be built, tested, validated, and scaled for plant use. Justification Critical skills needed to support strategic automation initiatives and technology development across GM Manufacturing Operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
5+ years' experience with Mechanical systems
Strong foundation in machine design, structural design, and mechanism development
Proficiency in Siemens NX or similar CAD tools
Experience with tooling, fixturing, EOAT, or custom automation hardware
Hands on experience with prototype builds and design refinement
Strong analytical and structured problem solving skills
Ability to work across cross functional engineering teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Willingness to support lab and plant testing

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
Experience in automotive manufacturing, robotics, or industrial automation
Background in fixture design, weld tooling, fastening tooling, or material handling systems
Experience with tolerance analysis, FEA, or motion system design
Track record of taking mechanical systems from concept through validation

Responsibilities

Design mechanical systems for robotic and automated manufacturing applications
Develop concepts and detailed designs that meet safety, quality, throughput, and maintainability requirements
Create CAD models, drawings, and engineering documentation
Support prototype builds, fabrication, assembly, and design iteration
Select and integrate actuators, guides, bearings, sensors, pneumatics, and related hardware
Perform engineering analysis related to strength, stiffness, tolerance, motion, and failure risk
Collaborate with electrical and integration engineers to ensure complete system compatibility
Support lab commissioning and plant trials by troubleshooting hardware issues and improving designs
Work with suppliers, integrators, and internal stakeholders to mature concepts into deployable solutions
Evaluate new mechanical technologies that can improve automation capability across GM