2026 Fall Co-op Student Controls Systems Engineering

General Motors•Oshawa, ON

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This posting is for a new headcount for a Co-op Student Controls Systems Engineering role, starting in Fall 2026. Artificial Intelligence will be used in the hiring process. This role is categorized as onsite, requiring the successful candidate to report to Oshawa Assembly Plant a minimum of five times per week, or other frequency dictated by the business. General Motors (GM) is seeking a new generation of visionaries to help launch bold engineering and business initiatives. As an intern or co-op student through the EXCEL (Exploring Careers through Experiential Learning) Program, you will gain hands-on career-specific experiences. The Controls Systems Engineer is an individual contributor with recognized expertise responsible for tasks throughout the entire vehicle development lifecycle, including requirements definition, systems design and implementation, testing, and problem resolution. The successful candidate will work within the Manufacturing Engineering (ME) organization to provide ongoing Conveyor / Controls / Robotics Engineering support to major Production areas (Stamping, Body, Paint, General Assembly). Responsibilities include conceiving and managing technical projects, implementing equipment/process changes, assisting maintenance with troubleshooting, operating in compliance with safety regulations and collective agreements, and documenting/communicating changes. This position requires the ability to work overtime and irregular hours as needed.

Requirements

Bachelors degree (3rd or 4th year) in Electrical, Computer, or Mechatronics engineering degree.
Eligible to work full-time (40 hours per week) in Canada and for 8 or 12 month term consecutive semesters) starting September 2026.
Willing to work in a plant environment and flexible hours (shift work, weekends, and overtime to meet business needs).
Must be enrolled in a Co-op or Internship program and meet the program’s eligibility requirements.
All students must also be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of computer software as pertaining to CCR engineering activities.
Strong controls systems technical aptitude obtained either through an academic or practical setting.
High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others.
Strong work ethic (self-starter, responsible, follow through on assignments).
Demonstrate professional interpersonal styles and communication methods to work optimally with business partners to meet mutual goals required.
Understanding of manufacturing and tooling processes.
Comfortable with technology tools (PCs, Microsoft Office, OEM support software).
Flexibility (work hours, rotating shifts, moving quickly from one assignment to another as priorities change).
Demonstrated knowledge of Robotic Automation, particularly Fanuc; PLC based automation control systems, particularly Rockwell/AB PLCs with RSLogix 500 and 5000.
Proficient in other digital literacy: MS Outlook, Excel, Word, Project.
Proven Leadership, Interpersonal and Communication skills.
Ability to work varying shifts and overtime as required.
Proven skills in working with a diverse group.
Demonstrated ability to achieve results within a team environment with minimal direction at times.
Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical concepts and related controls requirements.
Knowledge of the requirements of the Ontario Ministry of Labour (MOL) / Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA).
Successful candidates will be required to attest to their vaccination status (or indicating that they do not wish to disclose), and any job offer will be conditional on the candidate providing that attestation.
GM standard controls certification training completion (ex., CCS1, CCH1, etc.).
Previous experience working in a unionized manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with GM Workplace Safety System (WSS) imperatives as pertaining to CCR activities (ex., Management of Change (MOC), gComply, Hazardous Energy Control (HEC), Request to Unlock Safety Task (RUST), etc.).
Robotic Engineering Proficiency obtained through certified OEM training programs (FANUC) as well as hands-on experience with robotic automation integration through job shops and/or assembly plants.
Fanuc Robotics (ex., GM Global 3 and Global 4 platform).
Vision Systems (ex., Sick, Matrox, Fanuc, Keyence).
Dispense Tool/Paint Tool Programming/Weld Spot Tool SCA Schucker Sealer systems.
Laser Welding Applications.
Weld Controls (ex., Medar, WTC, SQ D).
Siemens HMI’s.
UD & C/MASS Drives (MoviMot, Siemens, Unico, AB Powerflex/ ArmorStart, AB Multi Versions).
Knowledge of Stamping Press function/operation.

Responsibilities

Daily support of production operations with focus on personnel and equipment safety, process quality and uptime with core focus on automation and controls.
Provide technical/engineering support to assist production and maintenance with troubleshooting equipment/process failures and with identifying effective follow-up countermeasures.
Machinery / equipment Controls Management to ensure compliance with GM Safety and Controls standards (i.e. Robotic, Welding, Sealing, Material Handling).
Machinery / equipment modifications and continuous improvement to support area Efficiency Improvement Processes (TIP), including ongoing assurance of TIP model prediction accuracy.
Maintenance / Production Guidance (technical troubleshooting and direction, safety counsel).
Downtime Planning activities, as required.
Launch activities, as required.
Ensure proper documentation excellence (drawings, manuals, PM schedules etc.). Information is kept current and properly maintained for all equipment in assigned area, ensure spare parts availability, and collaborate to develop maintenance standard operating procedures (SOPs).