Researcher - Manufacturing Systems

Job Description

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid – This role requires the employee to be onsite an average of three days per week

The Role:

As a valued Researcher with the Research and Development team here at GM, you will innovate through next-gen ideas, suggest new project areas, and establish technical plans. Conduct research and/or experiments to collect required data and validate research ideas in developing next-gen automation and robotics technology. Write timely and high-quality research reports, external publications, and records of invention to detail new insights and research results in your area of research. You are an integral member of GM’s automation and robotics research team developing next generation automation and robotics technologies for vehicle manufacturing applications. You'll need to utilize your skills in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, etc.,   and manufacturing, and demonstrate knowledge and expertise in project management principles.

What You Will Do:

• Research and develop next generation automation and robotic technologies for vehicle manufacturing applications, identify technical opportunities, and generate new concepts
• Drive internal and external collaborations
• Maintain awareness of the state-of-the-art and research expertise in the areas of responsibility
• Prepare timely high quality technical reports and make presentations to ensure effective communications
• Generate intellectual property to protect new inventions in the area of responsibility
• Assist other employees in accomplishing their project goals

Additional Job Description

Your Skills & Abilities:

• 2+ years of research and development experience in automation and robotics (academic or industrial research environment)
• Advanced experimentation skillset in automation and robotics
• PhD degree from a top-tier research institution in a science/engineering discipline such as: mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, electrical engineering, systems engineering, Applied Mathematics or Physics.
• Advanced training or experience in robotics, automatic controls, mechatronics, and problem solving
• Exceptional candidates with master degree(s) and extensive industrial research/development experience will be considered.

What Will Give You a Competitive Advantage (Preferred Qualifications):

• PhD degree with Postdoc experience in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, electrical engineering, systems engineering, Applied Mathematics or Physics Engineering, or related fields
• 2+ years of research experience beyond PhD. (university, research institution, or industrial research)
• Hands-on knowledge of manufacturing, industrial robot programming, or PLC programming
• Good publication record

About GM

Our 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.

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