At General Motors, our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process, we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen, but to be felt. We are turning today’s impossible into tomorrow’s standard — from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design, intelligent software, and next-generation safety and entertainment features.
Every day, our products move millions of people as we aim to make driving safer, smarter, and more connected, shaping the future of transportation on a global scale.
As a Quality Systems Manufacturing Engineer, you will develop and launch automated body and vehicle dimensional measurement systems that enable world-class build quality. You will start in centralized Manufacturing Engineering and transition into the assembly plant environment as programs move into launch and production.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the development and implementation of automated body and vehicle dimensional measurement systems in partnership with ME Body Quality, BIW/GA Manufacturing Engineering, Controls/Robotics/Conveyance, Launch Execution, and Plant Dimensional teams
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Define detailed zone processes, conversion timing, and cost estimates for new and existing programs, ensuring all deliverables meet program timing
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Develop Statements of Requirements (SOR) for measurement, tooling, and automation systems
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Define dimensional measurement strategies with VDQM, Body and GA Quality Leads, and Plant Dimensional personnel
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Manage system development from concept through processing, tool design, build, integration, installation, and dimensional validation in assembly plants and/or metal centers
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Deliver a tuned-in body that meets Manufacturing Validation requirements, including MV-1 and PED114
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Capture lessons learned and continuous improvement ideas and drive them into standards, procedures, processes, and tool designs
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Lead cross-functional project teams, managing deliverables, timing, investments, resources, and structured problem solving
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
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3–5 years of experience in Body Manufacturing and/or Manufacturing Engineering
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Experience with body shop automated system development, including processing, design, construction, and integration phases
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Proven project management experience with suppliers and integrators to ensure on-time delivery
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Expertise in body manufacturing and assembly processes with experience in dimensional quality and/or measurement systems
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General knowledge of statistics and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
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Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and facilitate cross-functional teams and train others in new techniques
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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Demonstrated teamwork skills and ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders
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Ability to manage multiple assignments concurrently and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience with inspection systems using moving and fixed cameras
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Body shop launch and plant experience
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Experience troubleshooting tooling issues and driving root-cause corrective action
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Dimensional process control experience
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GOM software proficiency
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Knowledge of Teamcenter Visualization/Mockup
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Manufacturing processing and/or vehicle launch experience
