Description
Entry-Level Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer
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Work Arrangement :
Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the Tonawanda Propulsion facility on a full-time basis.
For the following position, work is performed in a manufacturing plant where creativity and initiative are exercised as well as some level of independent judgment.
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Our Manufacturing Mechanical Engineers are responsible for equipment related to the manufacturing process. In this role, you will analyze and implement product or machinery designs for the best method for manufacturing processes. You may also be responsible for:
- Propose and evaluate the processes for equipment in assigned area
- Direct the design, development, and/or improvement of manufacturing processes for assigned area
- Provide technical support for specific plant operations
- Provide direction to engineering support group and vendors
- Evaluate or monitor expenditures for processes and/or equipment
- Handle engineering projects
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.
Job Location
We have opportunities available in the locations below for this role. Please indicate in your application which of these locations you are interested in.
- Tonawanda, NY
Additional Description
Required Qualifications:
- Pursuit of a Bachelor's or Master's degree in one of the following areas: Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Must be graduating between August 2024 and September 2025
- Able to work full time, 40 hours per week
- Willing to work in a plant environment
- Willing to work on any shift and able to rotate shifts based on schedule
What will give you a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
- Prior internship experience in automotive, technology, or manufacturing
- Technical capabilities (such as dimensional or statistical background, computer skills, experience with various software, knowledge or metrology processes, knowledge of building mechanical systems, etc.) that will aid in problem solving
- Demonstrates leadership in field of study, extra-curricular activities or service organizations
- Strong critical thinking and analytical skills
- Ability to synthesize large amounts of data involving multiple variables into comprehensive, applicable insights
- Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, leading 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
- Technical capabilities (such as a dimensional or statistical background, computer skills, experience with various software, knowledge of metrology processes, knowledge of building mechanical systems, etc.) that will aid in problem solving
Compensation: The compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paid in accordance with applicable state laws. The compensation may not be representative for positions outside of New York, Colorado, California, or Washington.
- The salary range for this role is $81,000 - $92,000 . The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
- Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.
Benefits:
- GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.
- This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
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