General Motors
Sr. Automation Engineer
Warren, Michigan, United States of America · Hybrid · Senior · Full-time · Posted Sep 3, 2026
- Experience
- 5+ years relevant work experience; internships and co-ops are not counted. Preferred: 5+ years in specified manufacturing, automation, engineering, supplier development, supply chain, or purchasing fields.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in engineering, manufacturing, automation, supply chain, purchasing, procurement, logistics, business, or a related field.
- Visa sponsorship
- GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role, now or in the future; the posting lists examples including H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, and J-1.
About the job
Leads supplier automation assessments and improvement strategies, optimizing material flow and aligning supplier capabilities with GM’s manufacturing, sourcing, and cost goals.
What you'll do
- Assess supplier automation maturity and develop strategies, improvement plans, and evaluation processes.
- Optimize supplier material handling and flow; provide data-driven insights for sourcing and negotiations.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams and suppliers, mentor junior specialists, and present recommendations to senior leaders.
What they ask for
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
- 5+ years of relevant work experience; internships and co-ops do not count.
- Strong understanding of material handling and flow optimization in complex manufacturing environments.
- Advanced analytical skills, including tools such as Power BI, Excel, and data modeling.
Nice to have
- Experience with automation maturity models, Industry 4.0, or digital manufacturing assessments.
- Experience in manufacturing, automation, industrial engineering, supplier development, value chain engineering, supply chain, or purchasing.
Tools
Power BI, Excel, Industry 4.0, robotics, PLCs, MES, WMS, ERP
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