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GM
General Motors
Drive Unit and Transmission Assembly Process Engineer
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A Machining Process Engineer engineers, develops and implements process improvements for CNC machining operations at a company. Analyzes work flow and equipment layout, production processes and machining requirements for products. Identifies machining process improvements to increase efficiency.
$103,711 / year median in Michigan
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Drive Unit and Transmission Assembly Process Engineer General Motors - 4.0 Warren, MI Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Benefits from day one Qualifications Industrial equipment design Managing projects in an engineering role Design of manufacturing processes Equipment installation Manufacturing facility experience Design engineering Vendor communication Collaboration with manufacturing teams Engineering product development Managing projects Manufacturing company experience Mechanical knowledge Mechanical product development projects Full Job Description Job Description At General Motors, our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process, we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen, but to be felt. We're turning today's impossible into tomorrow's standard —from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design, intelligent software, and next-generation safety and entertainment features. Every day, our products move millions of people as we aim to make driving safer, smarter, and more connected, shaping the future of transportation on a global scale. The Role The Assembly Process Group develops and implements innovative assembly processes that enable robust manufacturing of transmission and drive units. This role is responsible for sourcing, designing, building, and qualifying assembly processes and equipment from initial concept through successful implementation at the manufacturing site. Our manufacturing engineers play a critical role in transforming GM facilities through the adoption of breakthrough technologies. From raw metal to final assembly, this team is redefining the tools and processes that will help GM deliver on its commitment to an all-electric future. What You'll Do Design, analyze, build, and implement machinery, tooling, and equipment that support best-in-class assembly processes for transmission and drive unit manufacturing Lead the design, construction, integration, plant installation, launch, and continuous improvement of equipment and tools required to produce high-quality parts Source and qualify assembly equipment and processes from concept through production implementation Develop cost estimates and manage program timing and spending to ensure projects remain on schedule and within budget Provide technical leadership and oversight to external suppliers and equipment vendors Develop, test, and implement advanced manufacturing process technologies Create and maintain core manufacturing documentation, including PFD, PFMEA, PCP, and BOE/BOP documentation Apply GD&T knowledge to ensure equipment, tooling, assembly processes, and quality verification procedures meet product design requirements Support robust manufacturing process development with a strong focus on safety, quality, efficiency, and launch readiness Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications) Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience 3+ years of assembly or machining process development experience in a manufacturing or manufacturing engineering environment Hands-on plant floor experience Strong technical knowledge of process engineering disciplines and product development processes Solid understanding of high-volume manufacturing and assembly processes Experience managing equipment development through design, build, installation, and launch Ability to work effectively with internal teams and external vendors to deliver manufacturing solutions What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications) Experience with transmission, drive unit, or powertrain assembly processes Familiarity with Bills of Equipment, Bills of Process, BOSE, and Bills of Operations Demonstrated experience driving process improvements and implementing new manufacturing technologies Additional Information Travel requirement: up to 20% #