Job Description
Global Manufacturing Electrical & SDV is looking for innovators who thrive in tough challenges and are passionate about tackling meaningful work that will shape the future of the automotive industry. This isn't a role for those looking for an easy path-it's for those who embrace change, push through obstacles, and take ownership of complex problems. While there will be long days and moments that test your resilience, you'll find purpose in your work, flexibility to prioritize your family, and the support of a people-first culture. If you're ready to grow, thrive, and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.
WHY: As an Electrical Technical (Tech) Specialist is essential for ensuring competitive, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing processes in a dynamic global market. By benchmarking against world-class designs and continuously innovating, this position defines and maintains comprehensive product requirements, process sequences, and key dependencies.
WHAT: As an Electrical Tech Specialist, you will drive continuous improvement and strengthen our competitive edge and support solutioning left across our global operations. The Electrical Tech Specialist defines and maintains process sequence and key dependencies to ensure operational consistency and reliability, reducing errors and increasing productivity.
HOW: The Electrical Tech Specialist makes a significant impact by ensuring our manufacturing processes are innovative, efficient, and produce high-quality products. Electrical Tech Specialist help to define and maintain process sequences and key dependencies to ensure operational consistency and reliability, reducing errors and increasing productivity.
Work Arrangement - Onsite
The successful candidate is expected to report to the Warren Tech Center on a full-time basis. This role requires up to 25% domestic and international travel.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities)
Develop manufacturing strategies through benchmarking and defining Bill of Process (BoP) and product requirements
Integrate equipment solutions by aligning Bill of Equipment (BoE) with Manufacturing Requirements (MRs) and PFMEA detection methods
Ensure quality-capable systems by maintaining Level 1 PFMEAs, PCPs, and KCDS
Resolve field quality and safety issues via Global Read Across and Product Alert Levels (PAL)
Drive innovation in manufacturing technologies using DFMEA, GSSLT, best practices, product strategies, and ATW initiatives
Collaborate with PPI and CME teams to support Product Statements of Requirement (SOR)
Enable plant execution by managing MR deviation requests
Oversee product structure and partitioning (VPPS responsibilities)
Champion a forward-thinking culture that embraces change and prepares for future challenges
Build strategic cross-functional partnerships with software, manufacturing, and program management teams to accelerate innovation
Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications)
Strong understanding of manufacturing quality systems and process control methodologies
Experience with PFMEA, DFMEA, PCP (Process Control Plan), and KCDS (Key Characteristic Design Standards) development and application
Experience with Bill of Process (BoP) and Bill of Equipment (BoE) integration
Knowledge of advanced manufacturing technologies and innovation strategies (e.g., ATW, GSSLT)
Ability to analyze complex technical problems and implement data-driven solutions
Hands-on experience in production and quality environments , including troubleshooting and root cause analysis
Familiarity with Global Manufacturing System (GMS) principles and vehicle program launch processes
Excellent communication skills for technical documentation and cross-functional collaboration
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to influence and drive change in team settings
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
5+ years of hands-on experience in electrical manufacturing processes, including process optimization and troubleshooting
Proven expertise in vehicle program launches, with a strong understanding of integration and validation requirements
Deep knowledge of Global Manufacturing System (GMS) principles and their application in large-scale operations
Strong foundation in Electrical Engineering, with practical experience in design, testing, and implementation of electrical systems
Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional technical teams, driving innovation and process improvements
GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc).
This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis.
The selected candidate will be required to travel
This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
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