Job description
the role focuses on analyzing and implementing product or machinery designs to optimize manufacturing processes, proposing and evaluating equipment processes, directing design development, and maintaining regular contact with external partners. The candidate will provide leadership to a small group of technical employees and may evaluate or monitor expenditures for processes and equipment.
* analyze and implement product or machinery designs for best manufacturing methods.
* propose and evaluate equipment processes within assigned area.
* direct the design, development, and improvement of manufacturing processes.
* maintain regular contact with partners outside the work group.
* provide direction to a small group of technical employees.
* evaluate or monitor expenditures for processes and/or equipment.
this role manages continuous improvement projects, ensures robust machine controls and it integration, and provides expert-level troubleshooting for allen‑bradley, siemens, and fanuc plcs, fanuc robots, and vision keyence and cognex vision systems. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with leadership skills, fluent english communication, and the ability to drive operational excellence.
key responsibilities
* establish and enforce programming standards, documentation practices, and safety compliance.
* balance priorities between production support and project execution.
technical responsibilities
* support and integrate fanuc robots (tp programming, safety zones, handshakes with plcs).
* configure and maintain siemens systems.
* implement and troubleshoot vision systems (cognex in‑sight/visionpro, keyence).
* read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical diagrams, and ladder logic.
* ensure robust it integration using industrial protocols (ethernet, profibus, profinet, etc.).
* support cnc machine interfaces and data collection systems.
project & continuous improvement
* drive throughput improvements, reduce downtime, and enhance system reliability.
* collaborate with cross‑functional teams (me, maintenance, it, quality, operations).
other responsibilities
* develop and document requirements for automotive systems design.
* design and manage key strategic interfaces within systems to enable component reuse and consistency with standard methodologies.
* oversee requirements development with other activities.
* provide support to specialists for root cause analysis.
* expertly capture and analyze empirical data.
* design tests to efficiently find opportunities for design improvements.
* stay on top of industry trends, technologies, and standard methodologies.
* identify and document system vulnerabilities, craft mitigation action plans, and track corrective actions.
* on site: full‑time on‑site work required.
* availability to work rotating shifts on a 4×3 schedule.
required skills
* related degrees: mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics engineering, or related engineering field.
* 2–3 years of experience in similar positions.
* upper‑intermediate or conversational english.
* knowledge and programming of fanuc painting robot models p700, p500, p20, m2000, m710ia; paint pro software; automotive painting process; combustion systems.
desired skills
* complex problem‑solving.
* achievement of goals and objectives with a results‑oriented focus.
* implementation of new projects.
* ability to learn new technologies and processes.
* planning and execution of short‑, medium‑, and long‑term plans.
* personnel management and conflict resolution.
* negotiation skills to ensure task completion.
* knowledge of the global manufacturing system.
work details
* on site: full‑time on‑site work required.
* temporary position: 2 years.
* availability to work rotating shifts (4×3).
required qualifications
* bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, mechatronics engineering or related field.
* 3+ years of experience in similar position.
* intermediate english level.
* experience with plcs from siemens, allen bradley, fanuc brands (programming and troubleshooting).
* experience with vision systems (keyence, cognex).
accommodations
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non‑discrimination and equal employment opportunities
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eeo statement
general motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We respect and value what each individual brings to our team, including their origin, education, sex, race, ethnic group, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, religious context, age, generation, and disability. We believe that our ability to meet the needs and expectations of an increasingly diverse and global customer base is closely linked to the diversity and inclusion that we experience within general motors.
application notes
remember to attach your cv when applying to this vacancy.
gm does not provide immigration‑related sponsorship for this role. This role is categorized as onsite; the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full‑time basis. The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role.
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