Controls Engineer
Description
GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.).
This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
Onsite - This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Flint Metal Center on a full-time basis.
The Role:
The Controls Engineer will analyze, troubleshoot, and diagnose electrical problems in manufacturing. They must have the ability to work autonomously as well as in a team environment, with occasional guidance from supervision. This is an off-shift position; the selected candidate must be willing to work any shift as required. This posting is specifically for a second shift position, and overtime will be required.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities):
- Analyze, troubleshoot, and diagnose electrical problems in manufacturing operations.
- Design and modify electrical control circuits and programs.
- Perform a wide range of engineering tasks on stamping press equipment and robots using engineering software and hardware.
- Lead technical problem solving, and work with cross functional teams to drive continuous improvement in our manufacturing processes.
- Make contributions to the resolution of complex manufacturing problems.
- Implement new technology as required to improve our manufacturing processes.
- Support and/or train plant electricians.
- Develop and plan electrical projects.
- Oversee project installations by contractors and plant electricians.
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related field, or equivalent technical experience.
- 5+years of experience in controls engineering
- 2+ years of Industrial Control System experience.
- Proficient in Rockwell PLC and HMI Programming.
- Fanuc robot experience.
- Ability to logically troubleshoot Servo and VFD Systems (Powerflex)
- Knowledge of Industrial Communication Protocols such as EtherNetIP, ControlNet, and DeviceNet.
- Must be willing to work any shift; and overtime will be required. This posting is specifically for a full-time second shift position.
- Able to communicate effectively, both written and verbally.
What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
- Knowledge of CNC and machining equipment.
- Knowledge of Industrial Cameras (Cognex, Keyence, Matrox...).
- Experience with Safety PLCs.
- HMI - Siemens TIA Portal and Rockwell FactoryTalk View.
- PLC - Rockwell ControlLogix.
- Servo drive systems - Rockwell Powerflex and Kinetix, Bosch Rexroth, and Unico.
- Autocad and ePlan experience.
GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)
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This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis.
This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
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Health and Wellness
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- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Adoption Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
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- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
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- Casual Dress
- Happy Hours
- On-Site Cafeteria
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- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
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- 401(K)
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Stock Purchase Program
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- Learning and Development Stipend
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