[Remote] Field Service Engineer at General Motors

Michigan, United States

General Motors Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AutomotiveIndustries

Requirements

  • Must live in territory or relocate to within 50 miles of Warren, MI (relocation benefits may be provided)
  • 100% USA Geographic mobility is a requirement

Responsibilities

  • Provide third level, on-site support to resolve automotive technical and Techline issues as escalated through processes in place at the GM Technical Assistance Center and the FSE Dispatch Center
  • Respond quickly to dispatch cases for vehicle concerns that may lead to “vehicle down” or potential “repurchase” situations
  • Maintain a close working relationship with GM District Managers-Parts & Service (DM-PS) to review vehicles in repurchase jeopardy and seek creative ways to avoid buy-back
  • Review current Preliminary Information (PI) bulletins for known vehicle concerns with Dealer service personnel
  • Drive PI bulletin process by notifying TAC Escalation Team Agents (ETA) of authorized “field fix” information
  • Conduct ad-hoc in-Dealership product training sessions, which can include technical information on the use of Techline tools and applications, as well as other diagnostic tools and equipment
  • Take ownership of Dealer concerns and use effective problem resolution skills
  • Troubleshoot GM approved, Dealership owned, Service department IT hardware and Techline tool problems, using all available resources and follow through to resolution
  • For officially dispatched cases, address GM Dealership customer problem resolution needs via phone or at the Dealership location; when approved, also at Fleet customer locations
  • Report on Dealership’s “State of Health” relative to overall service readiness
  • Assist in Dealer Technician recruitment and retention by reviewing “Technician Pipeline” options to Dealer Service Management
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with GM National and Regional Management responsible for Service Operations and Vehicle/Powertrain Brand Quality, including the GM Engineering community with a focus on product quality improvements and minimizing potential repurchases
  • Represent GM as the primary resource and spokesperson in the field for automotive technical and Techline product information
  • Attend to requests from GM wholesale personnel including Regional Service management, Vehicle/Powertrain Brand Quality, and Engineering as processed through the TAC or FSE Dispatch Center escalation process
  • Provide feedback in the form of Field Product Reports (FPRs) to Vehicle/Powertrain Brand Quality Managers and GM Engineering
  • Provide support for Better Business Bureau (BBB) arbitration hearings and legal cases, such as “lemon law” lawsuits, to protect GM interests
  • Participate in new vehicle launch Action Center Team activities and distribute information to benefit the wider FSE team
  • Support service club meetings and other Regional activities, as time permits
  • Provide detailed reports to GM management on team effectiveness
  • Provide warranty waste reduction suggestions to FSE Leadership and the BQM Team

Skills

vehicle diagnostics
automotive repair
Techline
product training
territory management
warranty resolution
diagnostic tools

General Motors

Designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles

About General Motors

General Motors designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles and vehicle parts, catering to individual consumers, businesses, and government entities. The company operates in both traditional internal combustion engine vehicles and the growing electric vehicle (EV) market, generating revenue through vehicle sales and financing services. GM stands out from competitors with its commitment to community service, sustainability, and diversity, as evidenced by a majority female Board of Directors. The company's goal is to balance traditional automotive manufacturing with technological advancements in electric and autonomous vehicles.

Detroit, MichiganHeadquarters
1908Year Founded
$486.7MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Student Loan Assistance
Flexible Work Hours
Discount on GM vehicles

Risks

Shutting down Cruise Robotaxi may affect investor confidence in GM's AV strategy.
Chevrolet Equinox EV recall could harm GM's safety reputation.
Leadership transition in design may disrupt continuity and brand identity.

Differentiation

GM's Dynamic Fuel Management system enhances fuel efficiency in traditional vehicles.
GM leads in board diversity with 55% women directors.
GM's pivot to personal autonomous vehicles aligns with consumer trends.

Upsides

Partnership with Nvidia boosts GM's autonomous vehicle technology capabilities.
Collaboration with ChargePoint expands EV charging infrastructure, enhancing consumer appeal.
Bryan Nesbitt's appointment as design head may bring innovation to GM's vehicle design.

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