Execution Lead - Flawless Launch - Manufacturing Engineering

General Motors • Full-time • United States • 2w ago

Work Arrangement

Onsite - This position requires the employee to be onsite five days a week. Primary work location will be the General Motors Global Technical Center in Warren, MI. This position has the potential to require domestic travel of up to 50-75%

The Role

Flawless Launch Execution Lead Manufacturing Engineer will leading a team of engineers focused on the successful execution of manufacturing engineering projects. This includes overseeing all aspects of project implementation, from initial processing, design and development to final production launch at the assembly site. The Lead ME will work closely with cross-functional teams, including strategic suppliers, operations, quality, and supply chain to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This individual will be involved with setting the direction for the future of our manufacturing process. This position takes on a high level of independent decision making and communication as the lead GA ME onsite during project installation and startup.

What You Will Do

Lead and mentor a team of engineers, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback throughout the processing, development, build, implementation, and startup at plant facilities.
Develop and implement project plans, investment required, timelines, and budgets.
Monitor project progress, identify and resolve roadblocks, and mitigate risks.
Ensure adherence to engineering standards, best practices, bill of process, bill of equipment, safety, and regulatory requirements. Develop statement of requirements for Tooling and Equipment.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth project execution and successful product launches. Providing technical direction to and oversight of strategic suppliers
Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the Manufacturing Engineering, Strategic Suppliers, and Product Engineering.
Maintain and meet project budgets/forecasts and drive cost reduction initiatives.
Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in manufacturing engineering.