Co-Op: Manufacturing Controls Engineer – Onsite

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

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.