2nd Shift Controls Engineer — Automotive Automation Lead

General Motors; Lake Orion (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors seeks a experienced Controls Engineer for the 2nd shift to provide electrical support for vehicle assembly manufacturing. You will lead electrical projects, assist in model process planning, and collaborate with GMNA and contractors to ensure throughput and efficiency.

The role requires working off-shift, OT as needed, and strong troubleshooting of Rockwell PLCs, FANUC robotics, and electrical prints. A Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering is preferred.

Qualifications

• Program and troubleshoot Rockwell/Allen Bradley ControlLogix PLCs.
• Troubleshoot FANUC robotics.
• Read and modify electrical prints.
• Troubleshoot complex manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot device networks (DeviceNet/ControlNet/Ethernet).
• Strong analytical abilities.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Willing to work any shift.
• Willing to work daily or weekend overtime.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for controls engineering and electrical support of manufacturing processes in a vehicle assembly facility.
• Manages electrical projects including new, replacement, operations improvements, and periodic repair and replacement.
• Participates in plant meetings representing Engineering to improve plant performance.
• Provides technical support and training to support personnel.
• Investigates system problems and contributes to resolution.
• Develops cost estimates, investment forecasts, and business cases for minor projects.
• Coordinates with Manufacturing Engineers and GMVO Engineering on new model processes and equipment planning.
• Assist in the development of a project support plan between the plant, GMNA, and contractor resources.
• Maintains proficiency in their field.
• Coordinate with Plant Business Teams to support plant-wide goals.
• Support GMS and Quality Network implementation initiatives.
• Uses statistical methods for continuous improvement.
• Enforces safe work practices with focus on ergonomics, health/safety.
• Maintains good working relationships with peers, hourly employees, union, management, supplier community.
• Develops and monitors planning timetables and projects schedules.
• Utilizes best practices to support the overall manufacturing initiative.
• Coordinates changes to improve manufacturing conditions.
• Inputs into the establishment of plant budget for Central Manufacturing Engineering.
• Ensures long term, cost effective maintenance of equipment and facility.
• Manages projects to minimize investment cost while maximizing throughput.
• Works with Plant Trainers to develop courses for New Technologies.

Skills

ControlLogix

FANUC robots

Electrical prints

Manufacturing equipment

Industrial networks

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Shift flexibility

Overtime willingness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

General Motors seeks a experienced Controls Engineer for the 2nd shift to provide electrical support for vehicle assembly manufacturing. You will lead electrical projects, assist in model process planning, and collaborate with GMNA and contractors to ensure throughput and efficiency.

The role requires working off-shift, OT as needed, and strong troubleshooting of Rockwell PLCs, FANUC robotics, and electrical prints. A Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering is preferred.