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Work Arrangement:
Onsite: This position requires an employee to be on-site on a full-time basis.
At General Motors we strive for a culture of excellence. We act with integrity. We are driven by ingenuity and innovation. We have the courage to do and say what's difficult. Each of us takes accountability for results, drives for continued efficiencies and has the tenacity to win.
We are seeking Manufacturing Electrical Engineer Co-ops to do hands-on work that would potentially add directly to the bottom line of our culture and our company. You will have many responsibilities and accountabilities like control systems engineering and electrical support for programs. You will learn how to lead electrical projects for several different areas of the plant including operations improvements, new and replacement programs. This is a hands-on position in which you may work with periodic repairs and to provide technical support and direction to support personnel/skilled trades.
Responsibilities:
- Investigates system and equipment problems and provides technical guidance in problem resolution
- Conducts machine failure root cause analysis and problem solving
- Utilizes statistical methods for continuous improvement on plant systems
- Analyzes product, process and technology to figure out best methods of manufacture
- Coordinates and communicates the development of changes to improve process
- Develops cost estimates, investment forecasts, business cases, appropriation requests and plans for minor project activity
- Develops and supervises planning timetables and projects schedules
- Coordinates with area manufacturing engineers on process and equipment planning, including model change, throughput, sourcing, etc.
- Supports GMS and Quality Network implementation initiatives
- Implements safe work practices as the highest priority and implements objectives for ergonomics, health/safety and housekeeping
- Maintains good working relationships with peers, hourly employees, union, management, supplier community and collaborates with vital support functions outside of the plant
- Programming of manufacturing technology (PLC, HMI, Robotics, etc.)
- Assists maintenance personnel in operation and maintenance of niche equipment
Job Location
We have opportunities available in the below locations for this role. Please indicate in your application which of these locations you are interested in.
- Flint, MI
- Lansing, MI
- Rochester, NY
This role requires you to possess good physical stamina and coordination.
Specific physical requirements of the position include the ability to:
- Walk and stand for prolonged periods of time.
- Read standardized work instructions, operate machines and tools, and perform quality inspections.
- Promptly detect and respond to safety instructions, alarms, and signals.
- Wear personal protective equipment, for example: safety glasses, gloves, hats, ear plugs, and safety shoes.
- Work in a loud manufacturing environment that is not climate controlled (conditions can be hot or cold).
- Frequently and repetitively bend, twist, kneel, crouch and reach to perform work.
- Lift or carry materials weighing up to 15 pounds and periodically carry or lift materials weighing up to 40 lbs.
- Occasionally sit, climb (including ladders and lifts) and drive vehicles and equipment.
Additional Description
Required Qualifications:
- Pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in one of the following areas: Electrical Engineering/Electrical Engineering Technology, Controls Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science
- Must be graduating between December 2024 and May 2027
- Able to work fulltime, 40 hours per week
- Willing to work in a plant environment
- Enrolled in a co-op program at your university
What will give you a Competitive Edge (preferred qualifications)
- Outstanding interpersonal and relationship management skills to effectively collaborate with varying levels of the organization as needed
- Demonstrates leadership in field of study, extra-curricular activities or service organizations
- Strong critical thinking and analytical skills, especially the ability to synthesize large amounts of data involving multiple variables into comprehensive, applicable insights
- Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, managing timelines and goals
- Willingness to ask questions, take initiative and be resourceful and inventive
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill sophisticated subjects to a wider audience
- Evidence of strong character with integrity, honesty, accountability and trust
- Deliver new and creative solutions to sophisticated problems
Student Stipend:
GM will provide a lump sum taxable stipend payment to eligible students selected for each work term.
Pay Transparency:
- The salary range for this role is between $4000 and $5200 dependent upon class status and degree.
- Benefit options are not available for this role.
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