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General Motors

Sr. Vision Applications Engineer

Warren, MI · On-site

$110 - $140/hr

Evaluate and validate new vision technologies for manufacturing use * Provide on‑site and remote ... Coordinate and support manufacturing lab initiatives, proof of concepts, and pilot deployments in ...

Socket.dev

Dimensional Analyst

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site

$70 - $90/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Ability to assist in generating metrology reports: Assist with the dimensional lab in creating ... Create metrology reports, review, interpret, and synthesize measurement data from 3D scanners and ...

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US Farathane

Dimensional Analyst

Auburn Hills, MI

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Ability to assist in generating metrology reports: Assist with the dimensional lab in creating ... Create metrology reports, review, interpret, and synthesize measurement data from 3D scanners and ...

US Farathane Corporation

Dimensional Analyst

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Ability to assist in generating metrology reports: Assist with the dimensional lab in creating ... Create metrology reports, review, interpret, and synthesize measurement data from 3D scanners and ...

MAHLE GmbH

Product Engineer

Farmington Hills, MI · On-site

$85 - $120/hr

Employing just under 65,000 people at 127 production locations and 11 technology centers, the ... Work with the test lab to ensure all test specs are understood and executed accordingly * Lead ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for 3d lab tech in Detroit, MI is $22.30, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.08 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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3D Lab Techs, or 3D Laboratory Technicians, are professionals who operate and maintain 3D printing equipment and related technology in laboratory settings. They are responsible for preparing digital files, setting up print jobs, monitoring the printing process, and performing post-processing on printed objects. Their work supports research, product development, prototyping, and manufacturing by creating accurate physical models from digital designs. 3D Lab Techs often collaborate with engineers, designers, and scientists to ensure high-quality results and efficient workflow.

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Technical Expert - Electrical & Embedded Systems

General Motors

Warren, MI • On-site

Full-time

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8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

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Job Description
The Role
Global Manufacturing Electrical & SDV is looking for innovators who thrive in tough challenges and are passionate about tackling meaningful work that will shape the future of the automotive industry. This isn't a role for those looking for an easy path-it's for those who embrace change, push through obstacles, and take ownership of complex problems. While there will be long days and moments that test your resilience, you'll find purpose in your work, flexibility to prioritize your family, and the support of a people-first culture. If you're ready to grow, thrive, and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.
WHY: This role exists to accelerate the development and deployment of advanced manufacturing technologies by rapidly designing, building, and implementing innovative electrical and embedded solutions.
WHAT: As an Electrical & Embedded Systems Technical Expert, you will design, develop, validate, and maintain firmware, software, PCBs, and embedded systems that enable GM Manufacturing tools, processes, and test systems across development, validation, and production environments.
HOW: Partner directly with manufacturing, engineering, and IT teams to rapidly design, prototype, and deploy embedded hardware and software solutions-owning problems end-to-end from concept through plant implementation, and iterating in real time based on system performance, build feedback, and production needs.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities):
  • Design and maintain embedded firmware/applications in C/C++ for manufacturing and test equipment.
  • Design, review, and validate PCBs and interface hardware for labs, vehicles, and plant tools.
  • Integrate and debug vehicle communication (CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet/DoIP, UDS) and related diagnostic applications.
  • Configure and troubleshoot networked systems (switches, routers, gateways, VLANs) in lab and plant environments.
  • Rapidly prototype new hardware/software concepts and take them from lab demo to on-vehicle / in-plant deployment.
  • Act as a first-line problem solver for urgent electrical, embedded, and networking issues during builds, trials, and launches.
  • Collaborate across IT, Product Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Operations and clearly communicate status and risks.
  • Foster a forward-thinking work culture that embraces change and navigates future organizational and industry challenges.
  • Build and nurture strategic relationships across various functions including software, manufacturing, and program management to synergize efforts towards future innovations.

Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications):
  • Strong experience in firmware/embedded software development using C or C++; familiarity with Python is a plus.
  • Hands-on experience with vehicle communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet/DoIP).
  • Working knowledge of computer networking such as
    TCP/IP, switches/routers, VLANs, basic routing and tools such as ping, traceroute, Wireshark or similar.
  • Proven debugging and troubleshooting skills across hardware, firmware, and networks.
  • Knowledge of vehicle electrical architectures and basic vehicle electrical/mechanical systems.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and ability to manage multiple concurrent, unplanned tasks.
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
  • Solid understanding of embedded systems and hardware bring-up (microcontrollers, SoCs, SBCs such as NXP, TI, STM32, Raspberry Pi, etc.).
  • Experience with PCB design (schematic capture, layout tools like Altium/OrCAD/KiCad, SI, power, EMI/EMC).
  • Experience with DoIP, SoAD, UDS and tools such as Vehicle Spy, CANoe, or similar.
  • Background in automotive development, testing, or manufacturing and familiarity with VIP/vehicle architectures.
  • Experience with test automation, lab or plant test systems, and scripting (Vehicle Spy, AutoVal, AutoBot, Python, etc.).
  • Understanding of basic cybersecurity for in-vehicle and lab networked devices.
  • Hands-on rapid prototyping (3D printing, quick-turn PCB services, bench builds, hardware hacking).
  • Familiarity with GitHub, Jira, and modern development workflows.

This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis.The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role.This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
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 believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Benefits Overview
From day one, we're looking out for your well-being-at work and at home-so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources.
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General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.
All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire.
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General Motors is a company with global scale and capabilities, headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, with employees around the world. The company employs over 165,000 people, serves six continents, operates across 22 time zones, and has a diverse workforce speaking 75 languages1. GM’s vision is to drive the world forward by pioneering innovations that move and connect people to what matters. The company is working towards an all-electric future with its new Ultium Platform and is pushing transportation options beyond our wildest imaginations with autonomous vehicles. GM is also committed to becoming the most inclusive company in the world.

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Transportation equipment manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Detroit, MI, US

Year founded

1908

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