Assistant Program Engineering Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Assistant Program Engineering Manager
Responsible for specifying requirements, execution and evaluation of designs, analysis, development, testing and control of major engineering projects where creativity and initiative are involved as well as a high level of independent judgment. Consults with leadership as required.

Responsibilities:

• Support PEM in leading execution
• Facilitate/Lead VAPIR and IVER Build Readiness Reviews
• Facilitate Program DCR preparation and meetings
• CAB/EIT (Approve BMB/BCRs, BSDs, and TWOs) support
• Program voice for CITs, support for VCIT and VPIT as required
• Assist DREs/VSEs with appropriate change breakpoints to maintain build stability
• PPO build support and issue resolution for all Engineering KIR deliverables
• Drive team toward Test Ready Properties and On-time Validation.
• Lead Program for successful on time factory metrics (GCA, PRTS, DRR, FTQ, etc...)
• Support initiation and drive timely engineering response to PCCRs
• Coordination of VWO/ECR packages to ensure expected breakpoint
• Coordinator of engineering PQRR deliverables, including 5 phases
• Lead potentials management process to track Program imperatives in PIM
• Lead resolution of issues across SMTs and GM functions
• Launch plant support including:
• Special projects and PEM/VCE assignments
• Generates technical solutions for New/Major/MCM and LCI programs
• Stays abreast of new technology and competitive products
• Travels as required, including international

Additional Job Description

Required Skills and Experience:

• High level of oral and written communication skills
• Understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of mechanical/electrical mechanisms
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Demonstrated experience leading engineering teams and solving complex problems in a collaborative/inclusive manner.
• High level analytical ability where problems are unusual and complex
• High level of interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with others
• Knowledge of engineering software and systems as it pertains to job-related area
• Four or more years’ experience in job-related area (DRE experience is preferred)

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• DRE Experience
• Launch, program team (APEM, etc), or IRT experience
• Intimate knowledge of part release process
• Intimate knowledge of EWO / TWO / PRTS processes

Education and Training:

• BSE, BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering
• Minimum two years of experience in engineering
• Design for Six Sigma - Green Belt
• Master’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent (preferred)
• Design for Six Sigma - Black Belt (preferred)

About GM

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Why Join Us

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
• Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
• Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;
• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
• Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statements

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