Resident Product Engineer
5 days ago• Spring Hill, TN
Description
The Role The Resident Product Engineer supports production operations by representing Design and Product Engineering at RESS, Engine, Transmission, or Drive Unit manufacturing locations.
What You'll Do
- Function as the focal point for communicating product/process related issues between Product Engineering, Product Teams and Manufacturing Plant personnel
- Lead resolution of component, subsystem, and assembly issues within the plant which are product engineering related
- Lead activities to root cause and correct warranty issues
- Lead activities to root cause and correct scrap issues
- Support the introduction and launch of new designs into production through PTRs, ETRs, SPCRs, plant readiness reviews, and change management
- Support planning, build programs, and execution of pilot, preproduction and prototype build activity
- Support manufacturing and HRC design change requests
- Support the product team through participation in standard meetings such as PRT, PET, PAPIR, DSE, and Plant Quality Team meetings
- Support processes within and across HRC and system engineers to communicate/document component and system issues as well as best practices
- Direct the plant regarding the appropriate use of manufacturing processes and part salvage/re-use activities
- Support the release of BOD/BOM compliant designs within the plant
- Engage and inform Plant personnel regarding product function and requirements
- Support plant BIQ activities and continuous quality improvement
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Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering
- 5 + yrs of DRE experience
- Comprehensive understanding of Product Engineering Processes (Engineering Change Management, GPDP, PRTS, DFMEA/PFMEA, GART, P-release, TWOs, etc...)
- Comprehensive understanding of Design, Development & Validation activities for Engine/Transmission/RESS/Drive Unit
- Knowledge of engineering theory and operating principles of Energy Conversion Systems
- High level of oral & written communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with colleagues locally and at remote sites
- High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively within a team environment and with all levels of the organization
- High level of analytical problem-solving skills in a production environment where problems are very unusual and extremely difficult.
- Willingness to travel as required
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
- Advanced Degree in Engineering or Business
- Multiple DRE assignments in various PMT's with successful individual and team-based achievements
- Cross functional experiences in areas such as Calibration, Validation, Analysis, etc.
- Manufacturing experience in casting, machining and assembly
- Red X / DFSS certification
This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis.
This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
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Client-provided location(s): Spring Hill, TN
Job ID: General_Motors-JR-202517379
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-10-07T00:14:36
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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