The Role
The Controls Systems Engineer is an Individual contributor with recognized expertise responsible for tasks and work you're doing throughout the entire vehicle development lifecycle including requirements definition, systems design and implementation, testing, and problem resolution.
What You'll Do: (Responsibilities)
Complies with the terms of local and national labor agreements.
Program manufacturing technology (PLC’s, HMI’s, robots, etc.).
Controls engineering plant floor support (production support, breakdown resolution, line transition assistance, troubleshooting, root causing, press recipe management).
Controls engineering projects (small-medium sized plant driven projects where innovation supports making processes better to improve throughput, quality, etc).
Propose and implement continuous improvement across the plant floor productive equipment.
Contact with partners outside the work group such as participation in safety reviews, TIP meetings, cross shift meetings, etc.
Train maintenance & production on equipment functionality.
Spare parts management
Controls librarian assignments.
Drawing/print modification, creation, management, cleanup.
SOP, TIS, PTP modification, creation, or engineering resource.
WSS champion or contributor, g-Risk & g-Comply engineering resource.
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience in controls engineering
3+ years of experience in controls engineering
Ability to program & troubleshoot PLCs, particularly Rockwell/AB
MUST have the ability to work all shifts and overtime as needed
Interpersonal skills to work effectively with line workers, maintenance personnel, and all levels of management
Strong follow up and ability to handle multiple tasks
Understanding of manufacturing and tooling processes
Analytical ability and creativity to solve unusual and difficult problems
Knowledge of problem solving methodologies (RedX, DFSS, etc)
Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams
Machine control HMI's/ user interface (Siemens, Allen Bradley/Rockwell)
Knowledge of automation/industrial networks (DeviceNet, Ethernet, etc.)
Exceptional communication and presentation skills – solid background with MS Office suite a must
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
Master degree with major in engineering
7+ years of experience in controls engineering
2+ years Stamping experience (preferred)
Experience with Lean Manufacturing process.
MASS, Cybersecurity, E-plan, experience
Working level knowledge of the following systems / processes:
GVDP (Global Vehicle Development Process)
G-Comply, GDHS,
Experience with Product Launches
Change Management
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated interpersonal skills leading cross functional teams
Effective at dealing with change and ambiguity
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.
The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role.
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