Polymer Manufacturing Engineer at General Motors

Warren, Michigan, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

AutomotiveIndustries

Requirements

Hands-on experience with plastic processing and/or tooling
Proficiency in Unigraphics NX or equivalent CAD software
Familiarity with injection mold filling analysis tools such as Autodesk Moldflow
Bachelor’s degree in Plastics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related field

Responsibilities

Lead suppliers in developing optimized molding processes that produce high-quality parts with reduced cycle times
Create and manage tool concept sheets for critical plastic parts and molds, integrating them into cost estimation workflows
Validate tooling through closed-loop feedback and standardized manufacturing engineering practices
Continuously improve mold tooling and manufacturing processes with Tier I suppliers and internal teams, aligning with GM global standards
Support Strategic Tooling Initiatives (STI) to deliver high-value solutions in collaboration with suppliers
Establish transparent workflows between tool concept inputs and cost outputs
Develop and train others on best practices for injection-molded parts
Partner with Product Engineering teams to implement effective design and manufacturing strategies
Apply expertise in Class-A surface appearance requirements for molded, painted, chromed, or metalized automotive parts
Formulate cost-effective, high-quality solutions by optimizing part design, tooling, and processing variables
Collaborate globally to develop plastic part and tool designs that meet cost and quality goals
Use mold filling analysis software to deliver design solutions that reduce mold debug time and improve part quality

Skills

Injection Molding

Design for Manufacturing

PPAP

Resin Selection

Tooling

Supplier Management

Cost Optimization

Thermoplastic Parts

Mold Design

Class-A Surfaces

Polymer Processing

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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