2026 Co-Op - Manufacturing Controls Engineer
About The Position
We are seeking Electrical Engineer Co-ops to do hands-on work that would potentially add directly to the bottom line of our culture and our company. You will have many responsibilities and accountabilities like control systems engineering and electrical support for programs. You will learn how to lead electrical projects for several different areas of the plant including operations improvements, 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.
Requirements
- Pursuit of a Bachelor's degree in one of the following areas:â¯Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Controls Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science
- Must be graduating between August 2026 and May 2029
- Able to work full-time, 40 hours per week
- Willing to work in a plant environment
- Enrolled in a co-op program at your university
Nice To Haves
- 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, managing timelines and goals
- Willingness to ask questions, take initiative and be resourceful and inventive
- Deliver new and creative solutions to sophisticated problems
Responsibilities
- Investigates system and equipment problems and provides technical guidance in problem resolution
- Conducts machine failure root cause analysis and problem solving
- Utilizes statistical methods for continuous improvement on plant systems
- Analyzes product, process and technology to figure out best methods of manufacture
- Develops cost estimates, investment forecasts, business cases, appropriation requests and plans for minor project activity
- Develops and supervises planning timetables and projects schedules
- Coordinates with area manufacturing engineers on process and equipment planning, including model change, throughput, sourcing, etc.
- Supports GMS and Quality Network implementation initiatives
- Programming of manufacturing technology (PLC, HMI, Robotics, etc.)
- Assists maintenance personnel in operation and maintenance of niche equipment
Benefits
- Paid US GM Holidays
- GM Family First Vehicle Discount Program
- Result-based potential for growth within GM
- Intern events to network with company leaders and peers
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Industry
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
