Entry Controls Engineer

GM • Bedford, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Role: We are seeking a Controls Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will design, develop, and implement advanced control systems for manufacturing and automotive applications, ensuring optimal performance and reliability across our operations. What You'll Do (Responsibilities): Design & Development: Create, program, and troubleshoot automation systems for manufacturing equipment, including PLCs, HMIs, and robotics. Integration & Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams to integrate control systems and support process improvements that minimize downtime. Maintenance & Optimization: Develop, maintain, and refine control systems; perform diagnostics and implement solutions to enhance production efficiency. Problem-Solving: Identify and resolve non-routine issues using independent judgment and company policies. Team Engagement: Collaborate daily with peers and leadership across multiple functional areas to drive continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Controls Engineer experience or Engineering degree
• Understanding/Familiarity with Allen Bradley (PLC,HMI)
• Understanding/Familiarity with FANUC Robots

Nice To Haves

• Ability to read and modify electrical prints
• Basic understanding of Ethernet networks
• Allen Bradley / Rockwell Automation control platform experience
• Relevant auto industry experience and/or high-volume manufacturing
• Areas of expertise include: Manufacturing, Assembly Process, Welding, Molding, Fabrication
• Machine vision experience – Cognex, Keyence

Responsibilities

• Design & Development: Create, program, and troubleshoot automation systems for manufacturing equipment, including PLCs, HMIs, and robotics.
• Integration & Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams to integrate control systems and support process improvements that minimize downtime.
• Maintenance & Optimization: Develop, maintain, and refine control systems; perform diagnostics and implement solutions to enhance production efficiency.
• Problem-Solving: Identify and resolve non-routine issues using independent judgment and company policies.
• Team Engagement: Collaborate daily with peers and leadership across multiple functional areas to drive continuous improvement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees