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Product Interface Engineer

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General Motors

Product Interface Engineer

Warren, MI

Description

Work Arrangement
Hybrid: This means the successful candidate is expected to report to GM Global Technical Center - Cole Engineering Center in Warren, Michigan, three times per week, at minimum.

The Role

We're looking for a driven and collaborative Manufacturing Engineer to join our ME Body Product Interface team, where you'll be instrumental in shaping manufacturable product designs that meet the demands of advanced vehicle manufacturing. In this highly integrated role, you will work cross-functionally with Product Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering & Operations, Dimensional Quality, and Suppliers to embed Manufacturing Requirements (MRs) and Best Practices (BPs) into every design release, ensuring product compatibility /interbuildability.

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You will lead the charge in managing engineering changes between product and manufacturing, lead Body-In-White (BIW) material procurement for launch, and resolve complex design/process issues through collaborative problem-solving. This role is key in enabling seamless launches and dimensional excellence. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy building strong cross-functional partnerships, and have a passion for improving manufacturing integration -we encourage you to apply.

What You'll Do

  • Evaluate product designs and ensure Manufacturing Requirements, Common Datum Locating Strategies, and Best Practices are incorporated in the vehicle design releases.
  • Ensure product designs incorporate interbuildability and facilitate deployment of automation strategies.
  • Develop and manage a Plan for Every Part to track part levels and changes, ensuring tooling and part coordination.
  • Manage changes that impact the Body-In-White (BIW) via Study Requests, Concept Sheets and Engineering Change Requests
  • Support the Vehicle Dimensional Quality Manager (VDQM) and Dimensional Team to drive nominal body and in the development of the Critical Interface plan and execution.
  • Develop program specific subassembly and part sharing strategy
  • Establish Body Shop Material Required Date (MRD) chart to support sourcing process; complete eSORs and participate in Tech Reviews
  • Lead the resolution of complex cross-functional issues

Additional Description

Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications)

  • 5+ Years Experience in automotive product design (DRE) and/or manufacturing engineering
  • Knowledge of Body Shop tooling / assembly strategies
  • High level understanding of Stamping
  • Knowledge of sheetmetal part datum strategies and GD&T
  • High level understanding of sheetmetal joining strategies (welding, mechanical fastening, adhesive bonding)
  • Bachelor's in Engineering or related discipline or equivalent experience

What Will Give You a Competitive Advantage (Preferred Qualification)

  • Experience with Body-In-White (BIW) tool design and build
  • Knowledge of body shop automation strategies

This role may be eligible for relocation benefits.

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Client-provided location(s): Warren, MI, USA
Job ID: General_Motors-JR-202510412
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Stock Purchase Program
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Woman founded/led
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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