Work Arrangement
Onsite – This role requires the employee to be onsite on a regular basis. The primary work location will be the General Motors Global Technical Center in Warren, MI.
The Role
General Motors is seeking a Safety System Solutions Architect to lead the development, coordination, and implementation of safety strategies across a wide range of automated and semi-automated equipment and systems. This role is critical in ensuring that all manufacturing, assembly, and warehousing facilities across North America maintain a uniform, world-class safety standard that meets or exceeds applicable regulations and internal policies.
The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in industrial safety standards, automation technologies, and cross-functional leadership. You will serve as the central authority for machine and system safety, ensuring that all equipment—from individual machines to full end-to-end automation systems—are designed, deployed, and operated with safety as a top priority
What You’ll Do
- Lead the development and enforcement of internal safety policies and standards for automated systems across all North American facilities.
- Coordinate safety architecture and compliance across a wide range of equipment, including but not limited to:
- AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles)
- AMRs (Autonomous Mobile Robots)
- ASRS (Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems)
- Conveyors and Sortation Systems
- Cobots and Industrial Robots
- Robotic Cells and Workstations
- Palletizing/Depalletizing Systems
- Automated Packaging Equipment
- Vision-Guided Systems
- Safety PLCs and Interlock Systems
- Autonomous Forklifts and Tugger Systems
- Ensure compliance with international and regional safety standards , including ISO, ANSI, RIA, CSA and others.
- Collaborate with engineering, operations, EHS, and legal teams to ensure safety is embedded in the design and operation of all systems.
- Conduct safety risk assessments, audits, and validations for new and existing systems.
- Standardize safety validation protocols and documentation across all facilities.
- Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for safety-related inquiries, incident investigations, and regulatory inspections.
- Lead cross-regional safety councils or working groups to align safety practices across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
- Stay current with emerging technologies and evolving safety standards , and proactively integrate them into GM’s safety architecture.
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
- 8+ years of experience in industrial automation and safety, including hands-on experience with robotic and automated systems.
- Deep knowledge of machine safety standards (ISO, ANSI, RIA, CSA).
- Proven experience leading cross-functional safety initiatives across multiple sites or regions.
- Strong understanding of risk assessment methodologies (e.g., HARA, FMEA, SISTEMA).
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Safety, Industrial Automation, or related field.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
- Certified Functional Safety Engineer (CFSE, TÜV, or equivalent).
- Experience with automotive or high-volume manufacturing environments.
- Familiarity with digital twin or simulation tools for safety validation.
This role may be eligible for relocation benefits.
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