General Assembly Engineering Group Manager (Manufacturing Engineering)

Location: Onsite in Lansing or Warren, Michigan, United States; full-time onsite attendance is required.

Company

hirify.global develops vehicles, battery systems, intelligent software, safety, and entertainment technologies to make transportation safer, smarter, and more connected.

What you will do

• Lead and mentor a team of manufacturing engineers, including training and performance feedback.
• Lead project execution from design and development through installation, startup, and final production launch at the assembly site.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, budgets, and forecasts; monitor progress and mitigate risks.
• Resolve roadblocks and make independent decisions as the onsite general assembly manufacturing engineering lead.
• Coordinate with operations, quality, supply chain, internal stakeholders, and external stakeholders to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Drive continuous improvement and maintain compliance with engineering standards, best practices, safety regulations, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role, including a proven record of successful project delivery in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies such as Agile and Six Sigma.
• Experience with CAD/CAM software and manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong understanding of safety regulations and procedures.
• Ability to work onsite full-time in Lansing or Warren, Michigan.
• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle regularly and successfully complete a Motor Vehicle Report review.
• GM immigration sponsorship is not available now or in the future; candidates requiring H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, or other immigration support should not apply.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree in Engineering or Business Administration.
• 3+ years of supervisory or management experience.
• Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Experience with robotics and automation.
• Experience with data analysis and statistical process control.
• Leadership, project management, communication, technical expertise, continuous improvement, collaboration, and results orientation.

Culture & Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account options.
• Retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation, and paid holidays.
• Tuition assistance, employee assistance program, and GM vehicle discounts.
• Relocation benefits are not provided; selected candidates are responsible for relocation costs.
• Inclusive workplace focused on belonging, safety, equity, and meaningful change.

Hiring process

• Applicants may be required to complete role-related assessments and/or pre-employment screening.
• Employment is subject to successful completion of the required Motor Vehicle Report review.