Full-Time

Quality Engineer

Posted on 11/19/2024

General Motors

General Motors

10,001+ employees

Designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles

Automotive & Transportation
Financial Services

Mid

No H1B Sponsorship

Bay City, MI, USA

Position requires onsite presence full-time; may be eligible for relocation benefits.

Category
QA & Testing
Manual Testing
Quality Assurance
Requirements
  • Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
  • 3+ years of relevant experience
  • Demonstrated ability to attain results, while balancing technical solutions with business imperatives
  • Solid analytical/problem solving skills with capability to identify solutions to unusual and complex problems
  • Generate technical solutions utilizing 7 Diamonds, Red X, DFMEA and other tools as applicable
  • Exercises independent judgment in managing complex and ambiguous tasks with minimal input from supervisor
  • Thorough understanding of manufacturing processes.
Responsibilities
  • Manage multiple projects with broad scope and high degree of difficulty.
  • Generate unique technical solutions utilizing 7 Diamonds Process, Red X and other tools as applicable
  • Assist production in prevention of defect occurrence and recommend process changes
  • Review of nonconforming parts and sub-assemblies for proper initial disposition and root cause follow-up
  • Coordinate engineering change implementation
  • Issue technical reports and make presentations to management
  • Lead process investigations to improve process stability and capabilities on components
  • Close communication with multi-functional teams, including Production, Engineering, Development, Purchasing

General Motors designs, manufactures, and sells a wide range of 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. GM generates revenue primarily through vehicle sales under brands like Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, and Buick, as well as through financing and insurance services via GM Financial. Unlike many competitors, GM is actively involved in community service and sustainability efforts, with employees contributing significant volunteer hours. The company is also focused on technological advancements, such as its Dynamic Fuel Management system for improved fuel efficiency, and is heavily investing in electric and autonomous vehicle technologies. GM's goal is to lead in the automotive industry while promoting diversity and community engagement.

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$486.7M

Headquarters

Detroit, Michigan

Founded

N/A

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • GM's robust Q2 2024 earnings and raised full-year guidance indicate strong financial health and growth potential.
  • The company's partnerships, such as with Carbon Revolution for advanced carbon fiber wheels, highlight its commitment to innovation and high-performance vehicles.
  • Significant investments in EV manufacturing, supported by government grants, position GM to capitalize on the growing electric vehicle market.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive automotive market, including both traditional and EV segments, poses a constant threat to GM's market share.
  • Delays in EV production, as seen with competitors like Ford, could impact GM's ability to meet its ambitious EV goals.

What makes General Motors unique

  • GM's diverse revenue streams, including vehicle sales, financing, and after-sales services, provide a robust financial foundation compared to competitors focused solely on vehicle sales.
  • The company's significant investment in electric vehicles and autonomous driving technologies positions it as a leader in the future of mobility.
  • GM's commitment to board diversity, with women making up 55% of its Board of Directors, sets it apart in the traditionally male-dominated automotive industry.

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