Future Program Ergonomist

Job Description

As a Future Program Ergonomist, you will be responsible for the identification and resolution of ergonomic issues which will drive the reduction of injuries and manufacturing inefficiencies on GM's next generation of Electric Vehicles, Autonomous and Semi-autonomous vehicles, Industry leading SUV's and Trucks, the Corvette (the most affordable world-class sport car on the planet), as well as GM Defense Vehicles and BrightDrop.

The ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment will be critical to your success.You will be collaborating with other engineering disciplines, such as product design and manufacturing, as well as outside suppliers and UAW representatives.

The selected candidate must have the following attributes: strong analytic and problem solving skills, growth mindset, strategic thinker, strong communication skills, high integrity and empathy.

Job Responsibilities:

• Act as the subject matter expert in the field of ergonomics on all New & Major vehicle programs, as assigned.
• Ensure the Ergonomics requirements are implemented throughout the duration of all new vehicle programs.
• Conduct Ergonomic risk analysis of new product designs and establish threshold limit vales. Work collaboratively with product designers, manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, etc. to ensure threshold limit values are met.
• Manage all ergonomic issues to closure and coordinate follow-up through appropriate engineering team.
• Use 3D Virtual Digital Human Model (DHM) Simulations to ensure technical ergonomic options are understood and acceptable for implementation on all new and current vehicle/propulsion products.
• Provide communication "bridge" between operations ergonomics and New Product Engineering ergonomics activities by bringing current plant ergonomics issues to the appropriate design and manufacturing engineers for resolution.
• Support the development and completion of the annual Ergonomic Business Plan Deployment (BPD) goals and objectives
• Support Global Propulsion System programs as needed.
• Participate and lead as appropriate specific ergonomics initiatives/projects as needed.
• Provide timely written reports and updates on specific ergonomics projects
• Other contributions as required.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements:

• 1 years of manufacturing experience required
• 1 years of experience with ergonomic analytical tools
• Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology, Human Kinetics, Industrial, Systems, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Demonstrated ability to organize, plan and execute manufacturing and/or ergonomic manufacturing projects. (Required)
• High level of interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. Ability to interact with all levels of the organization. (Required).
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects and/or programs is required
• High level of analytical ability and problem-solving skills are required
• Demonstrated ability to work well with multiple customers at the same time is required
• Ability to travel is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Course work in ergonomics or degree in ergonomics, human kinetics, or related ergonomics degree is preferred
• Automotive experience preferred
• Knowledge of 3D CAD software and Digital Human Modeling is preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work with the UAW and other unions. (Preferred).

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

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.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities.GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statements

The policy of General Motors is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Additionally, General Motors is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us atCareers.Accommodations@GM.com. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.