Torque Engineer-Factory Zero
Work Arrangement:
This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to our Detroit/Hamtramck plant location
Sponsorship:
GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.
The Role
We are seeking a Torque Engineer to provide torque engineering support for manufacturing operations and new program activities within a vehicle assembly environment. This role is responsible for supporting torque-related equipment, process execution, launch readiness, continuous improvement, and plant performance with a strong focus on safety, quality, responsiveness, cost, and people.
The successful candidate will work cross-functionally with production, maintenance, quality, manufacturing engineering, and suppliers to develop, improve, validate, and sustain torque-related manufacturing processes and equipment.
What You’ll Do
- Lead torque-related engineering work for new installations, replacements, process improvements, and validation activities.
- Support the planning, installation, launch, operation, and improvement of torque equipment and associated manufacturing processes.
- Coordinate and communicate process changes that improve assembly performance, safety, quality, and efficiency.
- Ensure torque processes comply with applicable bulletins, process control plans, standards, and plant requirements.
- Develop and maintain project timing plans, implementation schedules, and execution milestones for torque-related work.
- Investigate equipment and process issues using structured problem solving and implement robust corrective actions.
- Support cross-functional plant meetings and represent torque/process engineering in improving overall plant performance.
- Develop cost estimates, investment forecasts, business cases, and appropriation plans for torque-related projects.
- Provide technical support for plant operations and partner with engineering, manufacturing, and vendors on implementation activities.
- Promote safe work practices and support ergonomic, housekeeping, and environmental objectives in all work activities.
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience with vehicle assembly manufacturing processes and plant equipment.
- Working knowledge of torque systems, fastening processes, and manufacturing process controls.
- Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude with the ability to understand complex manufacturing systems.
- Demonstrated problem-solving capability and ability to resolve technical issues with independent judgment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively across functions.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced plant environment while maintaining focus on safety, quality, and timing.
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
- Experience with torque controllers, torque guns, related fastening equipment, and Atlas Copco controllers and tooling is strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies and structured manufacturing problem solving.
- Experience supporting launch activities, validation events, or manufacturing process implementation.
- Familiarity with process control plans, standardized work, and torque verification processes.
- Experience working with suppliers, maintenance teams, and manufacturing engineering organizations in a plant setting.
What Success Looks Like
- Torque-related equipment and processes are launched and sustained safely and effectively.
- Process issues are identified quickly and resolved with durable countermeasures.
- Standards, PCP requirements, and validation expectations are consistently met.
- Cross-functional teams view this role as a strong technical partner for plant execution and continuous improvement.
