Controls Engineer - (Off Shift) - Lockport

GM • Lockport, NY

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Controls Engineer (Off Shift) is an individual contributor with recognized expertise in troubleshooting, problem solving, and continuous improvement on manufacturing equipment throughout the plant. The role works cross-functionally with diverse plant teams, identifies system vulnerabilities, plans and tracks corrective actions, designs strategic system interfaces to encourage component reuse and best practices, and creates tests to identify design improvements. The engineer is expected to stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to support innovation and continuous improvement.

This is an onsite position at a specific location, with a full-time night-shift schedule. Overtime may be required. The expected base compensation is $90,000–$139,000 annually, with incentive pay potential based on company, job-level, and individual performance. Relocation benefits are available to candidates who qualify under company policy. GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work night shift on a full-time basis.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Technical knowledge of electrical/control systems and ability to apply basic concepts in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated understanding of mechanical concepts involving machine designs and process requirements in manufacturing.
• Ability to use a computer, interpret blueprints and engineering drawings, and learn new systems.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and assignments with a high level of autonomy and accountability for results.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of demonstrated technical knowledge of electrical/control systems and ability to apply these concepts in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• At least 1 year of experience with control architectures, including Allen-Bradley PLCs, Fanuc or ABB robotics, and Cognex or Keyence vision systems.
• Knowledge of servo motors, motion control, and drives.
• Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Knowledge of high-voltage power distribution.

Responsibilities

• Work cross-functionally with diverse teams throughout the plant to troubleshoot issues effectively.
• Identify and document system vulnerabilities, develop mitigation action plans, and track corrective actions to ensure accountability.
• Design and manage strategic interfaces within systems to promote component reuse and consistency with best practices.
• Create and implement tests to efficiently identify opportunities for design improvements.
• Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to foster innovation and continuous improvement.
• Troubleshoot, problem-solve, and continuously improve manufacturing equipment throughout the plant.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Sickness and accident benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Tuition assistance programs.
• Employee assistance program.
• GM vehicle discounts.
• Incentive pay program with potential payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.
• Relocation benefits for candidates who qualify under company policy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level