Engineering Group Manager - Me Body - Execution

General Motors Australia & New Zealand

Unknown, Unknown, Australia
Not specified; not specified; benefits: total rewa...
Hybrid (expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week)
Body-in-white (biw) process development
Direct management of engineers
Tooling readiness and validation
General Motors Australia & New Zealand is seeking an Engineering Group Manager for their Body-in-White (BIW) team, responsible for overseeing manufacturing engineers and ensuring the execution of tooling and process development for vehicle programs. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in manufacturing engineering, particularly in BIW, and demonstrate strong leadership and technical skills

Job Summary

  • This role leads a team of Manufacturing Engineers responsible for Body-in-White process development, tooling integration, and launch readiness across multiple vehicle programs.
  • The successful candidate will drive manufacturing strategy, ensure on-time delivery of BIW tooling, and champion design-for-manufacturing to resolve manufacturability issues early in the lifecycle.
  • General Motors offers a hybrid work environment with regular travel requirements and eligibility for relocation benefits while fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging.

Matching Summary

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General Motors Australia & New Zealand is seeking an Engineering Group Manager for their Body-in-White (BIW) team, responsible for overseeing manufacturing engineers and ensuring the execution of tooling and process development for vehicle programs. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in manufacturing engineering, particularly in BIW, and demonstrate strong leadership and technical skills.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Benefits: Total Rewards resources available

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Body-in-White (BIW) process development
  • Direct management of engineers
  • Tooling readiness and validation
  • PFMEA and process control plans
  • Design-for-manufacturing (DFM/DFA)
  • Automation and joining technologies

Nice-to-have

  • Digital manufacturing tools and simulation
  • Global alignment of standards
  • Data-driven process optimization
  • Virtual build and robotic path optimization
  • Cross-functional stakeholder collaboration
  • High-performance culture coaching

Key Requirements

  • Extensive experience in BIW or body structures
  • People leadership experience managing technical teams
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering
  • Proficiency in reviewing 3D models, GD&T, and surface data
  • Solid understanding of automation and joining technologies

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