Industrial Engineer _ Material Flow at General Motors

Warren, Michigan, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Manufacturing, AutomotiveIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred)
3+ years of experience in industrial engineering or material simulation within a manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing, PFEP (Plan for Every Part), and material flow optimization
Proven ability to analyze data, develop insights, and present recommendations to leadership
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills

Responsibilities

Lead material flow simulations to evaluate line-side delivery, warehouse logistics, and automated material handling solutions
Develop and validate discrete-event simulation models to optimize labor, equipment, and space utilization
Partner with operations and engineering teams to ensure scalability and sustainability of material flow strategies
Conduct time studies, capacity analysis, and ergonomic assessments to identify improvement opportunities
Create and maintain standard processes, metrics, and best practices for deployment across multiple facilities
Provide technical guidance on the integration of automation (AGVs/AMRs, conveyors, robotics) into plant operations
Support continuous improvement initiatives aligned with lean manufacturing and Industry 4.0 practices

Skills

Discrete-Event Simulation

Lean Manufacturing

PFEP

Material Flow Optimization

AGVs

AMRs

Conveyors

Robotics

ERP

WMS

Digital Twin

Time Studies

Capacity Analysis

Ergonomic Assessments

Data Analysis

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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