{"id":3968528,"url":"https://alion.io/job/general-motors-launch-quality-engineer","title":"Launch Quality Engineer","company":{"id":1705,"name":"General Motors","domain":"gm.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/general-motors-europe","size_band":"1001-5000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Workday","truth_index":{"grade":"A","score":90,"open_postings":84,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":0.595,"repost_share":0.024,"time_to_fill_p50_days":12,"computed_at":"2026-11-09T06:03:00Z"}},"role":"Industrial Engineering","role_family":"Industrial Engineering","seniority":"senior","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Detroit, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":5,"visa_sponsorship":true,"relocation_package":true,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"GD&T","optional":false},{"name":"Statistical Process Control","optional":true}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-11-09T15:12:18Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-11-09","last_verified_at":"2026-11-09T21:22:59Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":0,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":0},"description":"Job Description\nLaunch Quality Engineer- Factory Zero\nOnsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to our Detroit/Hamtramck plant location\nSponsorship: GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.\nThe Role:\n The Launch Quality Engineer will be responsible for leading and delivering the body & exterior systems and components as well as ensuring conformance of NVH, Wind & Water Performance to factory zero by meeting all manufacturing integration requirements with Quality on time by collaborating with SMT DRE's, IRT, VSE, Development team, Program team, Manufacturing Core Team, Launch Coordinators etc. Manage daily requests for problem solving issues affecting production and warranty. In a similar manner, present the Assembly Plant and Engineering Staff with clear problem definition and technical guidance on issues affecting throughput till steady state production and metrics are met. The individual will also be responsible for overlooking BIW stamping facilities (internal & external) & Exterior component suppliers have quality systems in place to ensure defect free shipments to the assembly plant by working with respective SQE's.\nWhat You'll Do:\nDevelop quality standards and procedures for the plant during Weld assessments.\nEngage in CIT meetings to provide key mentorship to Body in white (BIW) & Exterior from a manufacturing integration perspective.\nWork with PPO QE, CME, IRT, DRE's during IV (Integration vehicle) builds, document all issues on Easel board and PRC/PRTS.\nWork closely with Vehicle Performance Engineers to ensure manufactured product is complying to the VTS and use their support as required for vehicle performance concerns identified.\nEffectively engage in IRT, VIRT meetings to drive all open Easel board, PRTS issues to closure at the earliest and call out issues that need help.\nGenerate unique technical solutions applying 7 Diamonds Process, Red X and other tools as applicable.\nWork with suppliers and engineering to develop inspection standards for parts and subassemblies, address SPPS/PRR issues, and ensure robust countermeasures are implemented.\nShare lessons learned with Engineering & plants with similar products to prevent repeat design or build issues.\nReview of nonconforming parts and sub-assemblies for accurate initial disposition and root cause follow-up.\nCoordinate periodic system and process audits at the plant and at suppliers.\nCoordinate quality evaluation of new vehicles with engineering and production, as well as the engineering change implementation- TWO, EWO etc.\nManage a clean transition of components with zero open item to continuous improvement after launch team release.\nWrite/Audit Product Quality Standards (PQS).\nSupport SCCT/PIR/OIR meetings for potential safety issues.\nPerformance issue resolver at plant primarily for NVH, Wind noise & water leaks.\nWork Off-Shifts as required\nYour Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):\nBachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience\n3+ years of experience in Automotive Engineering space\nThorough understanding of welding, stamping, body framing & Exterior systems (Fascia, Moldings, Wiper & Washer System, Exterior Lighting), NVH, Wind & Water Performance\nDemonstrate ability to attain results, while balancing technical solutions with business imperatives (cost, mass, quality, performance)\nMust excel at problem solving - root cause, containment, robust long-term solutions\nThorough understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimension & Tolerance)\nUnderstanding of lean manufacturing concepts\nThorough understanding and capacity to effectively operate in all areas of the launch and plant production process\nWhat Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):\nAdvanced degree in Engineering.\n5+ years in an Automotive Engineering space\nQuality Engineer/Red X Journeyman/DFSS black belt certification.\nKnowledge of PPQP, APQP, PPAP requirements.\nGood understanding of SPC and Supplier Audit exp\n\nGM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc).\n\nThis role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis.\n\nRelocation benefits are available for candidates who qualify under company policy.\n\nAbout GM\nOur vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.\nWhy Join Us\nWe believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.\nBenefits Overview\nFrom day one, we're looking out for your well-being-at work and at home-so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources.\nNon-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)\nGeneral Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.\nAll employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.\nWe encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. 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