Manufacturing Engineer

Job Overview

The Manufacturing Engineer will play a critical role in supporting the vehicle launch within General Assembly. This position is responsible for ensuring manufacturing readiness, validating new processes and equipment, and driving seamless integration of launch content into a high‑volume production environment. The ideal candidate brings deep automotive experience, industrial engineering capability, and a proven track record supporting major vehicle launches from concept through acceptance.

Must‑Have Qualifications

• College degree with major in mechanical engineering or Equivalent Relevant Experience
• 5 years manufacturing/engineering, 2 years launch experience - preferably in automotive industry
• Deep knowledge in automation cells.
• Thorough knowledge of Manufacturing Processes and Equipment. Also, the Global Launch Process and Vehicle Development Process.
• Demonstrate excellent level of analytical ability, communication and interpersonal skills required to build relationships with team members and customers to solve problems and resolve issues.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple and significantly complex projects and assignments with highest level of autonomy and accountability for results
• Flexibility with changing work hours and environment as required to meet project timeline and support plant operating schedule
• Availability to weekends and Holidays as required

Key Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing engineering activities for the vehicle launch ensuring all systems, tooling, and processes meet safety, quality, and throughput targets.
• Develop, review, and optimize assembly processes for high‑volume production, including line balance, workstation design, and ergonomic considerations.
• Support equipment integration, commissioning, and acceptance, working closely with controls engineers, maintenance, and external suppliers.
• Review and troubleshoot PLC logic to support equipment functionality, process flow, and launch readiness.
• Validate new tooling, fixtures, and automation systems; ensure compliance with GM standards and manufacturing requirements.
• Lead issue resolution during launch phases, including root‑cause analysis, corrective actions, and cross‑functional coordination.
• Support build events, trials, and pilot operations, ensuring process capability and product quality prior to ramp‑up.
• Maintain documentation including PFMEAs, process sheets, standard work, and validation reports.
• Collaborate with product engineering, quality, operations, and program teams to ensure smooth integration of design changes and launch deliverables.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency throughout General Assembly.