Motorsports Process Engineer, Machine Installation & Commissioning
General Motors
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Grand Blanc • Missouri • United States
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About the role
- We are seeking a Process Engineer for new machine installation and commissioning, responsible for defining, planning, executing, and validating the launch of new manufacturing equipment.
- This role ensures that all machines are installed to specification, safely commissioned, and fully integrated into production with optimized performance, reliability, and quality.
- The engineer will collaborate cross‑functionally with Facilities, Maintenance, Controls, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Safety, and external vendors to ensure seamless deployment and readiness for production.
- Coordinate all engineering activities related to new manufacturing process development and execution, including RESS assembly, machining technologies, and various marine applications.
- Serve as a key communication link between cross‑functional support teams to ensure alignment and timely issue resolution.
- Collaborate with multiple work groups to achieve program targets, metrics, and deliverables.
- Develop Statements of Requirements (SORs) for new equipment and support the procurement process.
- Provide technical expertise to troubleshoot issues, identify root causes, and drive effective resolutions.
- Prepare and present program and equipment status updates to leadership as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering or 15+ years of equivalent industry experience
- 7+ years of engineering experience, preferably in manufacturing
- Proven experience coordinating and leading complex projects
- Demonstrated ability to build and lead teams to execute high‑pressure, fast‑paced projects effectively
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship‑building skills to collaborate across all levels of the organization
- Strong teamwork and partnership skills, with the ability to share knowledge and learn quickly in a fast‑paced environment
- Ability to prioritize workload, manage resources, and lead indirectly across functions
- Minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience engineering complex mechanical or electrical systems
- Experience in manufacturing project management and execution
- Experience developing system‑level PFMEAs
- Solid understanding of engineering theory and the principles of mechanical and electrical system operation
- High level of analytical ability with proven success solving complex, multi‑dimensional problems.
Benefits
- From day one, we're looking out for your well-being–at work and at home–so you can focus on realizing your ambitions.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
process engineeringmanufacturing equipment installationmachine commissioningmanufacturing process developmentRESS assemblymachining technologiesPFMEAsmechanical systems engineeringelectrical systems engineeringproblem-solving
Soft Skills
interpersonal skillsrelationship-buildingteamworkleadershipcommunicationprioritizationresource managementcollaborationadaptabilityanalytical ability
Certifications
Bachelor of Science in Engineering