Early Career Manufacturing Engineer (TRACK Program)

About This Role

General Motors offers the TRACK (Technical Rotational Associate Career Knowledge) Program for early-career manufacturing engineers. This structured two-year program places recent graduates into 3–4 rotations across GM's manufacturing functions — including stamping, assembly, powertrain, and EV battery production — building a broad operational foundation before specialization.

Job Overview

• Job Title: Early Career Manufacturing Engineer (TRACK Program)
• Company: General Motors
• Location: Detroit, MI / Warren, MI / Spring Hill, TN / Arlington, TX
• Job Type: Full-time
• Experience Level: Entry-level (new grad)
• Salary Range: $29–$40/hr
• Posted Date: 2026-05-25
• Application Deadline: 2026-06-25

Role Context

TRACK participants experience GM's full manufacturing ecosystem over two years. Rotations are designed to expose engineers to both product and process engineering, quality systems, and plant operations management. Participants are paired with senior mentors in each rotation and are expected to complete a defined project deliverable. Completion of the program qualifies engineers for senior manufacturing engineer or team leader roles.

Key Responsibilities

• Support production engineering activities in assigned manufacturing cells during each rotation
• Conduct time studies, capacity analyses, and process capability assessments
• Drive improvement projects using GM's Global Manufacturing System (GMS)
• Collaborate with quality, supply chain, and program teams on launch readiness
• Present rotation project findings to senior plant and engineering leadership
• Participate in GM's EV battery and Ultium platform manufacturing initiatives

Requirements & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
• GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred
• Prior GM internship or co-op experience is a strong plus
• Mobility across Michigan and other US plant locations required
• Strong communication and project management fundamentals
• US work authorization required; no immigration sponsorship available

Benefits & Work Conditions

• $29–$40/hr with GM annual bonus participation
• Relocation assistance for each rotation
• Full GM benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Employee vehicle purchase program with significant discount
• 401(k) with company match and access to GM's pension plan

Who Should Apply

The TRACK program is highly competitive and best suited for engineering graduates who are ambitious, mobile, and eager to understand GM's manufacturing operations from multiple angles before committing to a specialty. Candidates with prior internship experience at GM or in the automotive sector have a meaningful edge in the selection process.

About the Company

General Motors is transforming from a traditional automaker to an all-electric vehicle company, investing $35 billion in EV and autonomous vehicle development through 2025. Its TRACK program is a core pipeline for the next generation of manufacturing leaders who will build GM's EV-era production systems.

How to Apply

Apply through GM's Early Careers portal at the link above. Search "TRACK" or "Manufacturing Early Career." The process involves an online application, a recruiter screen, and a technical/behavioral interview panel at a GM facility or virtually.