Controls Engineer- 2nd shift

General Motors • Saginaw, MI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Controls Systems Engineer is an onsite individual contributor working second shift at GM’s Saginaw, Michigan location in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing facility. The role supports manufacturing processes on the production floor and works with quality, manufacturing, and maintenance teams to address production issues. The engineer maintains and improves existing processes using continuous improvement and problem-solving techniques, and contributes to the design, integration, installation, launch, and ongoing improvement of electrical and controls systems for vehicle-manufacturing equipment and tools. Relocation benefits may be available to eligible candidates. GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of demonstrated technical knowledge of electrical or control systems and ability to apply these concepts in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with HMI, industrial automation, or control systems.
• Ability to work any shift and weekends as needed.
• Ability to work with people at all organizational levels in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple significantly complex projects and assignments with autonomy and accountability for results.
• Strong work ethic, including self-direction, responsibility, and follow-through.
• Initiative in improving output and helping others beyond assigned work.
• Experience in PLC and HMI programming and Ethernet and/or DeviceNet networks.
• Knowledge of servo motors, motion control, and drives.
• Experience with Fanuc robot setup and programming.
• Understanding of mechanical concepts related to machine designs and manufacturing-process requirements.
• Ability to use a computer, interpret blueprints and engineering drawings, and learn new systems.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Basic understanding of Ethernet networks.
• Allen Bradley / Rockwell Automation control platform experience.
• Relevant automotive industry and/or high-volume manufacturing experience.
• Expertise in manufacturing, assembly processes, welding, or fabrication.
• Machine vision experience with Cognex, Keyence, Fanuc 3DV, or Photo Neo.
• Fanuc robotics experience.
• Experience with Siemens control platforms.
• SCADA experience with Microsoft SQL / Rockwell FactoryTalk Transaction Manager.
• Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Knowledge of high-voltage power distribution.
• Bachelor’s degree with an engineering major and equivalent experience or training.

Responsibilities

• Configure, program, test, and troubleshoot PLC-based control systems and associated components.
• Troubleshoot and test electrical controls systems, control panels, and associated equipment.
• Diagnose and correct deficiencies in manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Develop innovative solutions and design and deploy intuitive user-interface displays.
• Propose and evaluate manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Support and actively interact with manufacturing and quality groups.
• Continuously improve quality, cost, responsiveness, and safety.
• Design, construct, integrate, install, and launch equipment and tools, and continuously improve their electrical and control aspects for vehicle manufacturing.
• Learn new skills and coach or mentor others on control-related issues using a hands-on approach.
• Communicate effectively and collaborate with stakeholders.

Benefits

• Relocation benefits may be available to eligible candidates.
• GM describes well-being support at work and at home and refers candidates to its Total Rewards resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed