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Hybrid: Position does not require an employee to be on-site full-time- but the general expectation is that the employee be on-site an average of three (3) days each week.
The Role
The Process Controls Engineer position will include the design, build, and troubleshooting of electrical control systems for machinery and equipment that manufacture best-in-class and tech-forward vehicles. In this role you will be applying your technical expertise in order to deliver exceptional vehicles that inspire customer loyalty. You will help implement standards and procedures as you work along side with automation system suppliers to coordinate machine modification needs with engineering and maintenance. Other typical duties include developing, debugging, and troubleshooting control logic programs or robot programs along with other related functions at either the supplier or plant site.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities)
New program implementation/execution (SOR prep, controls design, equipment build/run-off and buyoff)
Design, construction, integration, plant installation, successful launch and continuous improvement of equipment and tools required in plants for the production of high quality parts
Manage deliveries to program timing milestones working with multiple suppliers
Existing program/site support (troubleshooting, etc.)
Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with all customers/plants
Grow technical skills
Provide technical direction to suppliers
Design and troubleshooting of electrical controls systems
Travel as required
Additional Description
Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications)
3+ years of experience as a Controls Engineer
Bachelor’s Degree with major in engineering or equivalent experience/training
Strong technical knowledge of electrical/control systems and the ability to apply these concepts within a manufacturing environment
Demonstrated basic understanding of mechanical concepts involving machine designs, process requirements involved in the manufacturing process
Experience in PLC and HMI programming, Ethernet and/or DeviceNet networks
Knowledge of servo motors, motion control and drives
Ability to design and trouble shoot electrical controls systems
Demonstrated Excellent level of analytical ability, communication and interpersonal skills required to build relationships with team members and customers to solve problems and resolve issues.
Demonstrated ability to manage challenging projects and assignments with high level of autonomy and accountability for results
Prior manufacturing controls and/or assignments with successful individual achievements
Ability to use computer, interpret blueprints, engineering drawings and learn new systems
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
Demonstrated understanding of plant floor work
General knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics is a plus
Prior work experience as a Controls Engineer in the automotive field
Knowledge of GM’s common global controls architecture
This position is not eligible for ISP, ITAP, DTAP or localization
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Diversity Information
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We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statements
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