Lead Manufacturing Automation Deployment Engineer

TL;DR

Lead Manufacturing Automation Deployment Engineer (AMR/Robotics): Lead the launch and deployment of Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) solutions in a manufacturing environment with an accent on supplier coordination, program timing, and operational readiness. Focus on troubleshooting deployment and integration issues, driving corrective actions, and aligning cross-functional teams around milestones, risk, cost, and stabilization.

Location: Lake Orion, Michigan

Company

General Motors builds vehicles and mobility experiences with a focus on safer, smarter, and more connected transportation.

What you will do

• Lead AMR and related material automation deployments from planning through launch and stabilization, including scope definition, supplier coordination, equipment build, run-off, installation, buyoff, readiness reviews, and post-launch support
• Act as the primary interface with strategic suppliers to ensure adherence to GM standards, deliverables, and launch milestones
• Own program timing, risks, and open issues, providing clear updates to plant and executive leadership
• Partner across manufacturing, industrial engineering, controls, logistics, purchasing, and plant operations to deliver safe, efficient, scalable material flow automation
• Troubleshoot deployment and integration issues, drive corrective actions, and support continuous improvement
• Support documentation and provide technical direction to less experienced engineers and project team members

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field
• 5+ years of experience in automotive manufacturing, industrial automation, material flow, robotics deployment, or a related engineering role
• Experience leading implementation or launch of automation systems in a manufacturing/plant environment
• Experience working directly with suppliers, integrators, or OEM partners to deliver technical projects on schedule
• Working knowledge of AMRs and/or automated material handling technologies (AFTs, ASRS, kitting/sequencing systems)
• Ability to work onsite in a plant environment five days per week

Culture & Benefits

• Onsite, full-time plant-based role with five days per week reporting expectation
• Benefits and well-being support from day one (Total Rewards)
• Inclusive workplace with equal employment opportunity
• No relocation benefits; relocation costs are the responsibility of the selected candidate

Hiring process

• Role-related assessments and/or pre-employment screening may be required
• Interviews and evaluations aligned to responsibilities and required qualifications