Co-Op: Manufacturing Controls Engineer — Electrical/PLC

General Motors Africa & Middle East

Lake Orion (MI)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 41,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

Job summary

General Motors is seeking Electrical Engineer Co-ops to work hands-on on control systems and electrical support for programs at our Michigan plants. You will learn to lead electrical projects across operations improvements and new or replacement programs.

This onsite role will involve assisting maintenance, programming PLCs/HMI/robotics, and providing technical direction. Required co-op enrollment with Kettering or RIT; graduating 2027–2030; full-time availability.

Qualifications

Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, EET, Controls, CS or related field.
Must be graduating between December 2027 and June 2030.
Able to work full-time, 40 hours per week.
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