2027 Co-Op – Manufacturing Controls Engineer

General Motors; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

One-time stipend payment

Job summary

General Motors in Detroit is seeking Electrical Engineer Co-ops for hands-on work in control systems and electrical support for programs, with involvement in operations improvements and new or replacement projects.

You will lead electrical projects across plant areas, program manufacturing technology (PLC, HMI, Robotics), analyze problems, and provide technical guidance while working in a plant environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Must be graduating between December 2027 and June 2030.
• Eligible for full-time co-op in a plant environment.
• Must be enrolled in a co-op program through a university.

Responsibilities

• Investigates system and equipment problems and provides technical guidance in problem resolution.
• Conducts machine failure root cause analysis and problem solving.
• Utilizes statistical methods for continuous improvement on plant systems.
• Analyzes product, process and technology to figure out best methods of manufacture.
• Develops cost estimates, investment forecasts, business cases, appropriation requests and plans for minor project activity.
• Develops and supervises planning timetables and projects schedules.
• Coordinates with area manufacturing engineers on process and equipment planning.
• Supports GMS and Quality Network implementation initiatives.
• Programming of manufacturing technology (PLC, HMI, Robotics, etc.)
• Assists maintenance personnel in operation and maintenance of niche equipment.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Controls Engineering

Computer Engineering

Computer Science

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

PLC

HMI

Robotics

Job description

Job Description The Role:

We are seeking Electrical Engineer Co‑ops to do hands‑on work that would potentially add directly to the bottom line of our culture and our company. You will have many responsibilities and accountabilities like control systems engineering and electrical support for programs. You will learn how to lead electrical projects for several different areas of the plant including operations improvements, new and replacement programs. This is a hands‑on position in which you may work with periodic repairs and to provide technical support and direction to support personnel/skilled trades.

What You’ll Do:

• Investigates system and equipment problems and provides technical guidance in problem resolution
• Conducts machine failure root cause analysis and problem solving
• Utilizes statistical methods for continuous improvement on plant systems
• Analyzes product, process and technology to figure out best methods of manufacture
• Develops cost estimates, investment forecasts, business cases, appropriation requests and plans for minor project activity
• Develops and supervises planning timetables and projects schedules
• Coordinates with area manufacturing engineers on process and equipment planning, including model change, throughput, sourcing, etc.
• Supports GMS and Quality Network implementation initiatives
• Programming of manufacturing technology (PLC, HMI, Robotics, etc.)
• Assists maintenance personnel in operation and maintenance of niche equipment

Required Qualifications:

• Pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in one of the following areas: Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Controls Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science
• Must be graduating between December 2027 and June 2030
• Able to work full‑time, 40 hours per week
• Willing to work in a plant environment
• Must be enrolled in a co‑op program through Kettering University or Rochester Institute of Technology

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrates leadership in field of study, extra‑curricular activities or service organizations
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills, especially the ability to synthesize large amounts of data involving multiple variables into comprehensive, applicable insights
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, managing timelines and goals
• Willingness to ask questions, take initiative and be resourceful and inventive
• Deliver new and creative solutions to sophisticated problems

Specific physical requirements of the position include the ability to:

• Walk and stand for prolonged periods of time
• Read standardized work instructions, operate machines and tools, and perform quality inspections
• Promptly detect and respond to safety instructions, alarms, and signals
• Wear personal protective equipment, for example: safety glasses, gloves, hats, ear plugs, and safety shoes
• Work in a loud manufacturing environment that is not climate controlled (conditions can be hot or cold)
• Frequently and repetitively bend, twist, kneel, crouch, and reach to perform work
• Lift or carry materials weighing up to 15 pounds and periodically carry or lift materials weighing up to 40 lbs
• Occasionally sit, climb (including ladders and lifts) and drive vehicles and equipment

Work Arrangement:

Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to their assigned facility on a full‑time basis. Each successful candidate will be offered an onsite role at a specific location. Candidate location preferences are considered but cannot be guaranteed.

Job Location

We have opportunities available in the locations below for this role. Please indicate in your application which of these locations you are interested in. Detroit, MI Flint, MI Orion, MI Rochester, NY Romulus, MI Toledo, OH Tonawanda, NY GM will provide a one‑time lump sum taxable stipend payment to eligible students selected for the 2027 Student Program – to help facilitate administration of relocation benefits, please apply using the permanent address you would move from. Start dates for this internship role are May 24th and June 14th of 2027.

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