2027 Co-op – Mechanical Engineer

The Role: 

At General Motors we strive for a culture of excellence. We act with integrity. We are driven by ingenuity and innovation. We have the courage to do and say what is difficult. Each of us takes accountability for results, drives for continued efficiencies and has the tenacity to win. 

We are seeking Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer Co-ops to do hands-on work that could add directly to the bottom line of our culture and our company. You will have many responsibilities and accountabilities, like mechanical support for programs. You will learn how to lead mechanical projects for several different areas of the plant including operations improvements and new and replacement programs. This is a hands-on position in which you may work with periodic repairs and to provide technical support and direction to support personnel/skilled trades.   

What You’ll Do:  

• Mechanical root cause analysis and problem solving 

• Analyze product, process and technology to figure out the best methods of manufacture 

• Assist in the design and building of tools and equipment or recommends improvements to existing processes 

• Assist maintenance personnel in operation and maintenance of specialized equipment 

• Troubleshoot special maintenance and equipment problems 

• Coordinate machinery upgrade projects  

Required Qualifications:   

• Pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in one of the following areas: Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering Technology   

• Must be graduating between December 2027 and May 2030 

• Able to work full-time, 40 hours per week  

• Willing to work in a plant environment  

• Must be enrolled in a co-op program through Kettering University or Rochester Institute of Technology    

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Outstanding interpersonal and relationship management skills to effectively collaborate with varying levels of the organization as needed  

• Demonstrates leadership in field of study, extra-curricular activities or service organizations  

• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills, especially the ability to synthesize large amounts of data involving multiple variables into comprehensive, applicable insights 

• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, leading timelines and goals 

• Willingness to ask questions, take initiative and be resourceful and inventive 

• High level of integrity, ability to deal with ambiguity, takes initiative/self-directed 

• Deliver new and creative solutions to sophisticated problems  

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.) 

Work Arrangement:  

Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to an assigned facility on a full-time basis.   

Each successful candidate will be offered an onsite role at a specific location. Candidate location preferences are considered but cannot be guaranteed.