Troubleshoot, improve, and support manufacturing equipment controls throughout the plant. Responsibilities include cross-functional problem solving, identifying system vulnerabilities, developing mitigation plans, designing reusable system interfaces, implementing tests, and driving continuous improvement. The role requires controls engineering experience and knowledge of PLCs, robotics, vision systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, power distribution, servo systems, and manufacturing processes.
Description
The Role:
The Controls Engineer is an Individual contributor with recognized expertise responsible for troubleshooting, problem solving and continuous improvement on manufacturing equipment throughout the plant.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities):
Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications):
What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
Compensation:
Benefits:
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.)
This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis.
Relocation benefits are available for candidates who qualify under company policy.
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Why Join Us
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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.
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Accommodations
General Motors 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 [email protected] or call us at 1-800-865-7580. 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.
The Role:
The Controls Engineer is an Individual contributor with recognized expertise responsible for troubleshooting, problem solving and continuous improvement on manufacturing equipment throughout the plant.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities):
- Work cross-functionally with diverse teams throughout the plant to troubleshoot issues effectively.
- Identify and document system vulnerabilities and develop inclusive mitigation plans; track corrective actions to ensure accountability.
- Design and manage key strategic interfaces within systems to promote component reuse and consistency with best practices.
- Create and implement tests to efficiently identify opportunities for design improvements.
- Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to foster innovation and continuous improvement.
Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications):
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or 4+ equivalent experience
- 3+ years of Controls Engineer experience
- Ability to work OT as needed
What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
- 3+ years of demonstrated technical knowledge of electrical/control systems and ability to apply these concepts within a manufacturing environment
- 3+ years of experience in Control Architectures:
- PLC: Allen Bradley
- Robotics: Fanuc / ABB
- Vision: Cognex / Keyence - Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics
- Knowledge of high voltage power distribution
- Knowledge of servo motors, motion control and drives
- Demonstrated understanding of mechanical concepts involving machine designs, process requirements involved in the manufacturing process
- Ability to use computers, interpret blueprints, engineering drawings and learn new systems
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple and significantly complex projects and assignments with high level of autonomy and accountability for results
Compensation:
- The expected base compensation for this role is: 114,900.00 - 177,200.00 USD Annual. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
- Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.
Benefits:
- GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.
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.)
This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis.
Relocation benefits are available for candidates who qualify under company policy.
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.
Total Rewards | 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.
Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)
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.
Accommodations
General Motors 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 [email protected] or call us at 1-800-865-7580. 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.
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