Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Global Propulsion Systems

General Motors • Buffalo, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This career level Senior Manufacturing Engineer will lead and supervise Process and Controls Engineers and work directly with Production Leadership in designing, implementing and maintaining Lean Manufacturing systems. The main purpose of the Senior Manufacturing Engineer is to provide leadership, professional technical knowledge, results and behaviors in the environment of new and mature manufacturing systems to sustain, or increase safety, quality, throughput and efficiency. The ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment is critical to succeed in this role.

Requirements

• BS in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering/Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of Assembly or Machining process development experience in Manufacturing or Manufacturing Engineering discipline with plant floor experience.
• Solid understanding of high-volume manufacturing & assembly processes.
• Experience in troubleshooting equipment (Problem Solving/Debug).
• Understanding of Pneumatic, Mechanical, and Control drawings.
• Understanding / Application of Part Locating / Mechanics / Machine Design/PLC Controls architecture.
• Understanding of Theory of Constraints.
• Experience with Time Cycle Diagrams and Man/Machine Charts.
• Practical Problem-Solving Skills (Formal Training/Practical Application).
• Ability and willingness to work any shift.
• Ability and willingness to work non-standard hours outside of normal shift (early morning, late evenings and some weekends and holidays) to support installation and maintenance of equipment.
• The selected candidate will be required to travel up to 25% for this role.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated understanding of plant floor and design for manufacturability.
• ME assignments with successful individual achievements or strong team-based achievements.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Team Center, Microsoft Project, Simulation.
• Competency in GD&T.
• Formal Statistical problem-solving training.
• Experience with PFMEAs / Simulation / Fastening Equipment / Servo Presses / Sealing Dispensers / Cameras / Error Proofing Devices.
• Experience in process development, specification, procurement, and qualification of equipment & tooling.
• Experience in documentation of Standardized Work procedures.
• Ability to adapt to different interpersonal styles and communication methods.
• Previous experience with project management and time management.
• Previous experience working in a Union Environment or Bargaining Unit.
• Knowledge of or experience with Bill of Equipment (BOE), Bill of Process (BOP), Bill of Sediment Elimination (BOSE) and Bill of Operations (BOO).
• Demonstrated interest and ability to learn and apply agile methodologies.
• Ability to use computer, interpret mechanical and electrical drawings and learn new systems.
• Experience in implementation of Lean Manufacturing concepts.
• Experience working in manufacturing with a background in Continuous Improvement.
• Self-motivated individual with Continuous Improvement focus.
• Appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with business partners to meet mutual goals required.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple and complex projects with a high level of autonomy and accountability for results.

Responsibilities

• Lead and Manage a team of trained Mechanical and Electrical Engineers
• Support and adhere to corporate and plant safety policies
• Support the day-to-day production needs on the production floor by maintaining solid relationships with the Production and Maintenance teams
• Provides technical support for manufacturing operations
• Engineer, Design, Build, Implement and Maintain machinery, tools & equipment
• Create and Maintain Process Flow Diagrams, Control Plans and PFMEAs
• Manage significant downtime events by providing technical guidance and support
• Design work operations that meet safety, quality, and efficiency requirements with high integrity
• Drive Continuous Improvement efforts in assigned area through the elimination of waste
• Evaluate bottleneck areas and support throughput and productivity improvements in assigned area
• Support change management projects by developing and participating in production trials
• Reduce total cost by improving productivity metrics related to equipment uptime, cycle time and quality
• Participate in lean manufacturing through implementation of GM’s Global Manufacturing System
• Become a coach and teacher of lean manufacturing principles to the production floor team members and other Engineers
• Support implementation and training for standardized work development.

Benefits

• GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs.
• Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees