Co‑Op: Hands-On Manufacturing Controls Engineer

General Motors; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

Job summary

General Motors is seeking Electrical Engineer Co-ops for hands-on work that could contribute to the bottom line of our culture and company. You will engage in control systems engineering and electrical support for programs, learning to lead projects across several plant areas including operations improvements and replacement programs.

This hands-on role involves periodic repairs, technical support, and direction to support personnel and skilled trades; strong emphasis on problem-solving,

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in 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

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, 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

Skills

Problem solving

Root cause analysis

Statistical methods

Manufacturing processes

PLC programming

HMI programming

Robotics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Controls Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science

Enrolled in a co-op program through Kettering University or Rochester Institute of Technology

Tools

PLC

HMI

Robotics

Job description

General Motors is seeking Electrical Engineer Co-ops for hands-on work that could contribute to the bottom line of our culture and company. You will engage in control systems engineering and electrical support for programs, learning to lead projects across several plant areas including operations improvements and replacement programs.

This hands-on role involves periodic repairs, technical support, and direction to support personnel and skilled trades; strong emphasis on problem-solving,