Technical Specialist - Manufacturing Engineering

About the role

The Manufacturing Technical Specialist (MTS) - General Assembly (GA) is responsible for defining and advancing enterprise-wide manufacturing strategies, standards, and emerging technologies. This role drives the development of scalable, lean manufacturing solutions that enable seamless integration of new vehicle designs into production systems. Operating as a senior individual contributor, the Technical Specialist partners closely with Product Engineering, Advanced Product Development, and Global Manufacturing Engineering teams to translate product intent into robust, production-ready manufacturing processes. The role is highly strategic, focusing on enterprise innovations , Manufacturing Requirements (MR) governance, and cross-program standardization.

Responsibilities

• Manufacturing Strategy & Technology Development
• Define and deploy global manufacturing strategies within Product Engineering System Management Teams (SMTs), ensuring alignment to enterprise priorities
• Develop and mature new manufacturing technologies and concepts-including automation and up-integration components-to improve production efficiency, reduce Manufacturing Cost per Unit (MCPU), and deliver enterprise-wide impact across multiple programs.
• Establish and govern Manufacturing Requirements (MRs) to support scalable and repeatable assembly processes
• Lead development of quality-capable manufacturing systems, including robust processes architectures
• Product & Process Integration
• Ensure alignment between new product technologies and existing manufacturing systems, layouts, and standards
• Partner with Product Engineering (PE) to specify and implement KCDS and critical design requirements
• Represent Manufacture Engineering (ME) in DFMEA development to ensure manufacturability and risk mitigation
• Develop and maintain Level 1 PFMEA aligned to enterprise processes
• Global Standards & Governance
• Serve as a core member of global expert teams and GSSLT, providing manufacturing insight and direction
• Author and maintain Statement of Requirements (SOR) Appendix E1 for global programs
• Review and disposition MR deviation requests, ensuring adherence to GA strategies
• Drive incorporation of lessons learned into global manufacturing standards and documentation
• Continuous Improvement & Execution Support
• Support and coach PI (CME) teams in executing manufacturing strategies and ensuring compliance to defined ME requirements
• Identify and implement improvements through ATW and advanced manufacturing initiatives
• Provide technical direction on tooling, equipment, and assembly strategies
• Benchmark competitive products and processes to inform future-state manufacturing solutions that keep GM at the forefront of GA production efficiency, deliver the lowest possible MCPU, and maintain and enhance the outstanding quality of General Motors vehicles.
• Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
• Deep expertise in GA manufacturing processes and vehicle integration
• Strong working knowledge of: Bill of Process (BOP), Bill of Equipment (BOE)
• Manufacturing Requirements (MRs) and MRDB
• PFMEA / DFMEA development and integration
• GVDP and advanced vehicle development workflows
• Experience defining and deploying manufacturing strategies across multiple programs or platforms
• Demonstrated ability to develop process concepts, layouts, and manufacturing system architectures
• Experience supporting new vehicle launches in lean, GMS-compliant production environments
• Ability to assess process dependencies and translate product requirements into manufacturing solutions
• Proficiency using engineering systems and tools to develop manufacturing deliverables and documentation (i.e.: Teamcenter Visualization)
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering discipline or a related technical field
• What Can Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
• Proven ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, pre-program or strategy-focused environments
• Strong cross-functional leadership and influence without formal authority
• Experience collaborating across global engineering and manufacturing teams
• Excellent communication skills, including executive-level presentations and technical facilitation
• Ability to simplify complex manufacturing challenges into clear, actionable strategies
• Strong prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple high-impact initiatives
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Additional Information

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.

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