Manufacturing Process Engineer - Machining
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 28, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 8, 2026. General Motors scores A on the Alion truth index.
Job Description
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This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
Onsite - This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Tonawanda on a full-time basis.
The Role:
The Manufacturing Process Engineer is to provide professional technical knowledge, results and behaviors in the environment of new and mature manufacturing systems to sustain or increase safety, quality, throughput and efficiency. The ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment is critical to succeed in this role.
This position may require off-shift work - candidates must have flexibility to work any shift.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities):
Support the day-to-day production needs on the production floor by maintaining solid relationships with the Production and Maintenance teams.
Manage significant downtime events by providing technical guidance and support.
Design work operations that meet safety, quality, and efficiency requirements with high integrity.
Drive Continuous Improvement efforts in assigned area through the elimination of waste.
Evaluate bottleneck areas and support throughput and productivity improvements in assigned area.
Reduce total cost by improving productivity metrics related to equipment uptime, cycle time and quality.
Become a coach and teacher of lean manufacturing principles to the production floor team members.
Drive problem solving efforts.
Work collaboratively as one team with all levels of the organization.
Work collaboratively with machine and tool builders on the design and implementation of new tools and equipment.
Create and Maintain Process Flow Diagrams, Control Plans and PFMEAs.
Lead plant Equipment Install / Debug / Launch / Continuous Improvement activities.
Contribute to lessons learned activities by providing feedback and information to the central process team for BOE/BOP updates.
Provide technical direction to, and oversight of outside vendor sources when vendors are on site.
Leverage GD&T skillsets to ensure manufacturing equipment, tooling, machining processes, and quality verifications procedures meet design requirements.
Equipment Spare Part identification and stock request submission.
Author Equipment Preventative Maintenance Plans and provide training for the Maintenance and Production teams to execute.
Problem-solve (analyze data, determine root causes, develop implementation plans) and resolve issues which are affecting quality or throughputc.
Support implementation of new processes & equipment.
Provides technical support for manufacturing operations.
Coordinate input from internal/external customers to better understand customer needs.
Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications):
Ability and willingness to work Non-Standard Hours outside of normal Shift (early morning, late evenings and some weekends and holidays) to support installation and maintenance of equipment.
BS in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or similar technical field.
Experience in engineering problem solving.
Good computer skills and understanding of mechanical drawings and blueprints.
Basic understanding of basic methods of machining.
Demonstrated interest and ability to learn and apply agile methodologies.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts.
Experience working in manufacturing environment.
What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
Minimum of 2 years of Machining process development experience in Manufacturing or Manufacturing Engineering discipline with plant floor experience.
Knowledge of AutoCAD, Team Center and Microsoft Office.
Statistical problem-solving training.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple and complex projects with a high level of autonomy and accountability for results.
Experience with PFMEAs/Process Control Plans/ Error Proofing Devices.
Experience in process development, specification, procurement, and qualification of equipment & tooling.
Previous experience with project management and time management.
Previous experience working in a Union Environment or Bargaining Unit.
Knowledge of or experience with Bill of Equipment (BOE), Bill of Process (BOP), Bill of Sediment Elimination (BOSE) and Bill of Operations (BOO).
Compensation:
The expected base compensation for this role is: $80,700.00 - $109,400.00. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.
Benefits:
GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.
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