Design, develop, and improve manufacturing and material handling processes. Implement and optimize machinery and material flow, provide technical support, direct vendors and engineering support, and lead projects autonomously. Apply controls and automation expertise including PLC/HMI programming, networks, servo/motion control, robotics, and Bluebotics/ANT Drive systems. Test process technology, apply lean principles, troubleshoot equipment controls, and support new product launches. Requires significant client-site travel.
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DUTIES: Manage the design, development and improvement of manufacturing and material handling processes for an assigned area. Analyze and implement product or machinery designs for the best method for manufacturing processes and optimized material flow. Provide technical support for specific plant and material operations. Interact on a regular basis with design, product, and manufacturing engineering teams. Provide direction to engineering support group and vendors. Evaluate or monitor expenditures for processes and equipment. Develop technical knowledge and test advanced process technology and lean principles. Demonstrate strong analytical ability, communication, and interpersonal skills required to build relationships with team members and customers to solve problems and resolve issues. Manage major projects and assignments with full autonomy and accountability for results. 50% travel required to client sites nationwide.
REQUIREMENTS : Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field of study. One year of experience as a Project Leader, Senior Software Engineer, or related occupation. Must have one year of experience in the following: Manufacturing Engineering experience; Project management including new product launches and material automation; Experience with technical direction on new technologies and automated systems; Controls, robotics, and safety experience; PLC and HMI programming, Ethernet and Devicenet networks; Servo motors, motion control, and drives; Electrical and control systems and the ability to apply these concepts within a manufacturing environment; Bluebotics Project Execution and ANT Drive Project Experience including configuring ANT Projects in ANT Lab; Troubleshooting ANT Projects and equipment controls systems; Analyze and recommend ANT based equipment project configuration; and Manufacturing processes including welding, dispense, throughput, and material handling automation equipment and systems including Bluebotics, WMS, Electronic Pull systems.
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DUTIES: Manage the design, development and improvement of manufacturing and material handling processes for an assigned area. Analyze and implement product or machinery designs for the best method for manufacturing processes and optimized material flow. Provide technical support for specific plant and material operations. Interact on a regular basis with design, product, and manufacturing engineering teams. Provide direction to engineering support group and vendors. Evaluate or monitor expenditures for processes and equipment. Develop technical knowledge and test advanced process technology and lean principles. Demonstrate strong analytical ability, communication, and interpersonal skills required to build relationships with team members and customers to solve problems and resolve issues. Manage major projects and assignments with full autonomy and accountability for results. 50% travel required to client sites nationwide.
REQUIREMENTS : Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field of study. One year of experience as a Project Leader, Senior Software Engineer, or related occupation. Must have one year of experience in the following: Manufacturing Engineering experience; Project management including new product launches and material automation; Experience with technical direction on new technologies and automated systems; Controls, robotics, and safety experience; PLC and HMI programming, Ethernet and Devicenet networks; Servo motors, motion control, and drives; Electrical and control systems and the ability to apply these concepts within a manufacturing environment; Bluebotics Project Execution and ANT Drive Project Experience including configuring ANT Projects in ANT Lab; Troubleshooting ANT Projects and equipment controls systems; Analyze and recommend ANT based equipment project configuration; and Manufacturing processes including welding, dispense, throughput, and material handling automation equipment and systems including Bluebotics, WMS, Electronic Pull systems.
#LI-DNI
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 believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Total Rewards | Benefits Overview
From day one, we're looking out for your well-being-at work and at home-so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources.
Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.
All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire.
Accommodations
General Motors 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 [email protected] or call us at 1-800-865-7580. 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.
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