Controls Engineer

GM • Kansas City, KS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Role: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Controls Engineer to join our innovative team at our Fairfax Stamping location. In this role, you will be instrumental in designing, developing, and implementing advanced control systems for various manufacturing and automotive applications, contributing to the future of transportation. This role will require candidates to work any shift and overtime as required. What You'll Do (Responsibilities): Design, develop, and implement control systems for automated machinery, robotics, and other manufacturing processes. Utilize Embedded Systems principles to develop and integrate control software and hardware. Apply Machine Vision (MV) techniques for inspection, guidance, and quality control applications. Conduct plant modeling and analysis to optimize system performance and efficiency. Perform Troubleshooting Hardware and software issues to ensure system reliability and uptime. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical, electrical, and software engineers. Participate in all phases of the product development lifecycle, from concept to production. Troubleshoot stamping press lines

Requirements

• 3+ years of Industrial Control System experience
• Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Robotics Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Strong understanding and practical experience with Machine Vision (MV) applications.
• Proficient in PLC and HMI Programming (Allen Bradley, RS Logix)
• Experience with Fanuc robotics
• Proficiency in plant modeling and analysis techniques.
• Demonstrated expertise in Robotics programming and control.
• Excellent Troubleshooting Hardware and software skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Must be willing to work any shift; off shift required

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Industrial Cameras (Cognex, Keyence, Matrox…)
• Extensive experience with Simulation tools and techniques.
• Strong background in Software Algorithm Design and implementation.
• Prior experience in stamping is a plus
• Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Robotics Engineering is a plus

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement control systems for automated machinery, robotics, and other manufacturing processes.
• Utilize Embedded Systems principles to develop and integrate control software and hardware.
• Apply Machine Vision (MV) techniques for inspection, guidance, and quality control applications.
• Conduct plant modeling and analysis to optimize system performance and efficiency.
• Perform Troubleshooting Hardware and software issues to ensure system reliability and uptime.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical, electrical, and software engineers.
• Participate in all phases of the product development lifecycle, from concept to production.
• Troubleshoot stamping press lines

Benefits

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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees