RESS Battery Test Engineer

General Motor
March 26, 2023
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Description

Factory ZERO is our first, all-electric automotive assembly plant and the blueprint of General Motors' electric future! We have a corporate vision of “Zero crashes, Zero emissions, Zero congestion.” Our most novel products like the Hummer EV and our very first autonomous vehicle, Cruise Origin will be assembled right in this facility. This requires us to employ the most upbeat, capable, and innovative talent to ensure we meet the challenges of developing the new manufacturing processes required to assemble these outstanding products! We offer a multifaceted and inclusive work environment that questions the status-quo daily to strengthen our reputation. Selected candidates will have the opportunity to learn new skills and actively play an integral role in the development of new processes here at Factory Zero.

Job Description:

The RESS Battery Test Manufacturing Engineer, will oversee the manufacturing processes and equipment for RESS Battery Assembly. While working in Manufacturing Maintenance, you will be responsible for operations, maintenance and repair of plant equipment. Work requires the ability to make decisions based on established procedures, innovate and define new procedures in a dynamic work environment. The Battery Test ME will work with the Manufacturing and Quality department in problem solving customer issues and developing short term corrective actions as well as long term irreversible solutions. Work is of a technical nature using independent judgment within the limits of GMS; focusing on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE). This role may involve training others, so a high level of interpersonal skills with sensitivity to other's points of view, make contributions to the resolution of complex manufacturing problems, and collaborate with support functions outside the plant is required.

Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement sufficiency plans and continuous improvement activities to meet specific uptime, tool cost, quality, and maintainability objectives
  • Responsible for all documentation of the process including Process Control Plans, PFMEAs, and other equipment documentation including standardized work
  • Work with and support Maintenance activities, resolving equipment issues resulting in downtime of the equipment, tooling, and gages
  • Implement projects including estimating, project budget management and forecasting, development of timelines and equipment qualification
  • Manage process-related projects including installation of new or replacement equipment, continuous improvement initiatives, and periodic repair and refurbishment
  • Investigate conveyor and equipment problems to provide technical feedback for problem resolution
  • Occasionally lead maintenance team and supervise skilled trades to cover maintenance supervisor absence
  • Support TIP (throughput improvement process), GMS (global manufacturing systems) and BIQ4 (built in quality) initiatives.
  • Apply statistical methods for continuous improvement of plant process systems
  • Enforce safe work practices as the highest priority and implement objectives for improved ergonomics, Health/safety, and housekeeping
  • Maintain compliance with all Process Control Plans and Tool and Equipment bulletins relevant to all RESS Battery Assembly Equipment and Processes
  • Additional Description Required Qualifications:
  • Minimum 3 years of manufacturing experience
  • Bachelor of Science degree in engineering (or equivalent experience)
  • Working knowledge of all safety absolutes and policies (i.e. lockout, ESWP, etc.)
  • Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical concepts involving machine designs and process requirements involved in the manufacturing process
  • Proven ability in project management skills and ability to teach others
  • Preferred:
  • 5 or more years of manufacturing experience
  • Master's Degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or similar
  • Familiar with Error Proofing Equipment (EPP Preferred)
  • Knowledge of GMS principles
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