Controls Engineer - Maintenance (2nd shift)

GM•Toledo, OH

21h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for the smooth functioning of all manufacturing equipment and manufacturing support systems in the plant. This work requires the ability to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair plant equipment. You will be responsible for managing and executing plant launches and projects, with the ability to make decisions based on established tools, applications, and procedures. This is a technical role requiring independent judgment within the limits of the General Motors Global Manufacturing System, focusing on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE). You will be flexible to support cross-functional departments and shift schedules.

Requirements

Electrical Engineering Degree or Mechatronics degree preferred, or equivalent experience
2+ years of experience in PLC Programming
2+ years of experience in Manufacturing systems
Proficiency in industrial networking protocols – Profibus, Profinet, TCP/IP and EthernetIP
HMI software – Siemens WinCC and TIA Portal, and Rockwell FactoryTalk View
PLC hardware – Rockwell ControlLogix family, Siemens 300, and Fanuc
LEP Servo drive systems: Siemens 840D CNC, Siemens G120 family, Fanuc 35i CNC, and Rockwell Powerflex / Kinetix
Fanuc Robots - programming and troubleshooting is highly desirable, but not required
This position will require overtime and off-shift production support.

Nice To Haves

Fanuc Robots - programming and troubleshooting

Responsibilities

Technical resource for plant electricians
Supervise project installations by contractors and plant electricians
Develop and plan electrical projects
Analyze, troubleshoot, and diagnose electrical problems in manufacturing operations
Design and modify electrical control circuits and programs
Support plant continuous improvement activities
Experience with manufacturing process equipment, knowledge of system engineering, software development & hardware integration
Highly developed oral & written communication skills
High level of interpersonal skills with sensitivity to other's points of view & to make contributions to the resolution of complex manufacturing problems
Demonstrated ability to listen to & support Team Members
Thorough understanding of planned and predictive maintenance and the Maximo system
Thorough understanding of GM Safety policies, specifications, and audit module requirements