Vehicle, Manufacturing Architect

General Motors

Vehicle & Manufacturing Architect at General Motors leading integration across Engineering, Manufacturing, and Studio functions. Driving design and execution efficiency for vehicle architecture and innovation.

Posted 5/19/2026full-timeWarren • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the single voice of vehicle architecture, uniting Engineering Functions, Manufacturing, and Studio
Lead collaboration among stakeholders to deliver Decision Fixed Points (DFPs) and compartment integration
Drive Total Vehicle Integration and Execution Efficiency
Own the Decision-Making process and guide Integration
Foster a culture of shared knowledge and encourage embracing lessons learned
Lead efforts in discovering efficiencies and streamlining processes
Develop a strong team focused on Best-In-Class Integration
Communicate program status and advocate for Occupant Accommodations
Optimize BOM re-use and support Design surface development

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or other relevant degree
10 Years of relevant engineering experience
Knowledge in CAD systems
Experience running Vis and knowledge of math processes
Expertise in program execution and balancing requirements
Deep knowledge of GVDP
Comprehensive understanding of GM's global vehicle engineering efforts
Proven ability to optimize vehicle design at a holistic level
Strong capability to collaborate with global partners
High level of full vehicle knowledge to drive enterprise solutions
Strong business acumen across various business sides
Strong benchmarking capabilities for decision making

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company vehicle evaluation program
Health insurance benefits
Paid time off
Relocation benefits on eligibility
Travel opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

CAD systemsprogram executionGVDPvehicle design optimizationmath processes

Soft Skills

collaborationdecision makingleadershipcommunicationbusiness acumen

Certifications

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering