Battery Module IRT Co-Chair

Job Description

The Performance Module IRT (Issue Resolution Team) is responsible for managing and driving resolution of all engineering build-related issues for the electrical hardware components on new vehicle launches. The IRT serves as the "Boots on the Ground" and represents the Module PMT organization at the pre-production and production build sites to ensure all issues are understood with containment/action plans in place. This job also provides a unique opportunity to experience many systems, as well as the manufacturing and propulsion launch process. In addition, you will work in close collaboration with our Module Design Engineering and Quality Engineering counterparts as well as Program Teams and the Plant Launch Team and report out to Leadership on a regular basis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assume leadership responsibility for all module build related issues (cells, structure components, and sensing/bussing components, etc.)
  
• Track Module PRTS issues and ensure that owners provide timely and effective closure
  
• Lead IRT meeting forums to review issues and timing with the DREs
  
• Support the QE in completing the PRTS 4-Diamonds as well as reject or approve Module PRTS issues at Launch stage.
  
• Provide proper preliminary root cause analysis to ensure appropriate assignment of PRTS issues
  
• Identify error-proofing and ergonomic improvement opportunities and recommend potential solutions with Manufacturing
  
• Coordinate Solution Demonstrations, Engineering Try-Outs (ETO) and Plant Trial Runs (PTR)
  
• Provide and implement containment plans as required. Track and monitor breakpoints of containment and corrective action.
  
• Present top issues reviews and report out to plant and program leadership (Easel Boards, PMT, PDT, PAPIR, and Launch Quality Wall Review)
  
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams including the Plant Launch Team, Program Team, CME, DREs, Ergonomics, and cross-SMT counterparts.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science - Engineering
  
• 2 years of post-graduation engineering experience
  
• High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult
  
• High level of interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with others
  
• Ability to read and understand automotive electrical schematics
  
• Experience with hands-on diagnostics and repair of electrical and mechanical systems
  
• High level of oral and written communication skills
  
• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle daily
  
• Travel to support plant builds is required. Flexibility for out of state plants is desired.
  
• In early development phase - work is typically at local pre-production facility. More frequent travel or temporary relocation required based on plant location when plant builds start during launch phase.
  
• Thorough understanding of manufacturing processes

Desired Skills:

• Understanding of engineering theory, design, and vehicle systems
  
• Strong interpersonal skills involving ability to work effectively cross-functionally
  
• Ability in integration and system understanding
  
• Understanding of manufacturing processes
  
• Understanding of Specification and Release terms and systems (GVDP, ECR, PTR, PRTS)
  
• DFSS - Black Belt
  
• Red X Certification

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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.

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