"Alerted.org

Job Description

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

**Onsite:** This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Orion, MI on a full-time basis.

The Role:

Lead the development and optimization of advanced vision and robotic systems, driving automation initiatives to enhance efficiency and reliability in manufacturing. Oversee system architecture, mentor junior engineers, and troubleshoot complex robotic integration challenges. Collaborate with cross-functional leadership to implement emerging technologies, optimize production workflows, and ensure compliance with industry regulations.

What You'll Do (Job Requirements):

+ Staying abreast of new controls technologies (PLC, HMI, networks, robot, vision) and of equipment and tools required in plant for the production of high-quality parts

+ Providing project report outs to senior management

+ Providing technical direction to less experienced engineers

+ Review manufacturing system requirements and design robust vision and robotics applications

+ New robot program implementation/execution (SOR prep, forecasting, controls/robotics design, equipment build/run-off and buyoff)

+ Provide design, construction, integration, and plant installation support for vision and robotics systems including error proofing, robot guidance and part quality. Develop scalable solution sets.

+ Interface with plant shops, other ME departments and regional automation execution teams to gather feedback and document manufacturing requirements

+ Interface with vision and robotics equipment suppliers and integration suppliers

+ Provide vision system hardware and software designs including vision equipment devices, power distribution, I/O networks, software, and cost estimating.

+ Ensure vision application designs comply with GM Standards.

+ Supervise detailed designs by contractors when necessary.

+ Specify vision system components, functional requirements and integration methods.

+ Evaluate and validate new vision technologies for use in manufacturing plants.

+ Provide support for: plant vision issues, new equipment startup, troubleshooting, reprogramming, diagnostic equipment usage, and interfacing with skilled trades personnel.

+ Provide plant technical support with the development, planning and strategies for maintaining and equipment

+ Work may involve development and testing of advanced process technology

Qualifications - Basic Required:

+ Bachelors of Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience

+ Experience with the design, build and start-up of manufacturing systems

+ Experience with design, set up, and debug of vision systems for error proofing, robot guidance or part quality.

+ Demonstrated excellent level of analytical ability, communication, and interpersonal skills

+ Ability to manage multiple complex projects and assignments with a high level of autonomy

+ Ability to Travel up to 25%

What Gives You a Competitive Edge ( Preferred Qualifications):

+ Experience with the design and build of machine vision in manufacturing systems, including equipment selection and lighting techniques

+ Experience deploying machine vision in manufacturing systems, including software tuning and adjustment for optimal performance

+ Experience with Matrox Design Assistant Software and other machine vision programming software.

+ Experience developing GM Manufacturing Automation and Controls Standards

+ Experience with Industrial communication protocols and networking strategies

+ AIA Certified Vision Professional – Basic or Advanced Certification

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us

We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Benefits Overview

From day one, we're looking out for your well-being–at work and at home–so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources (https://search-careers.gm.com/en/working-at-gm/total-rewards) .

Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)

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 strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.

All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire (https://search-careers.gm.com/en/how-we-hire) .

Accommodations

General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email ([email protected]) us or call us at 800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

We are leading the change to make our world better, safer and more equitable for all through our actions and how we behave. Learn more about:

Our Company (https://search-careers.gm.com/en/working-at-gm/)

Our Culture

How we hire​​​​​​​ (https://search-careers.gm.com/en/how-we-hire/)

Our diverse team of employees bring their collective passion for engineering, technology and design to deliver on our vision of a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion. We are looking for adventure-seekers and imaginative thought leaders to help us transform mobility.

Explore our global locations (https://search-careers.gm.com/en/locations/)

We are determined to lead change for the world through technology, ingenuity and harnessing the creativity of our diverse team. Join us to help lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all by becoming a member of GM’s Talent Community (beamery.com) (https://flows.beamery.com/generalmotors/talcom) . As a part of our Talent Community, you will receive updates about GM, open roles, career insights and more.

Please note that filling out the form below will not add you to our Talent Community automatically; you will need to use the link above. If you are seeking to apply to a specific role, we encourage you to click “Apply Now” on the job posting of interest.

The policy of General Motors is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Additionally, General Motors is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at [email protected] .In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.