Control Engineer

Talos Automation; Ohio; On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Talos Automation seeks an experienced Controls Engineer to support GM GCCS-compliant automation projects across multiple U.S. sites. The role requires hands-on engineering with PLCs, HMIs, and equipment integration, ensuring all work meets GM specifications.

The ideal candidate has automotive controls experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams. Travel to project sites will be needed to support commissioning and start-up activities.

Qualifications

• Automotive controls experience required.
• Hands-on PLC programming and automation systems experience.
• Familiarity with GM GCCS standards and specifications.
• Experience with controls commissioning and equipment integration.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and control schematics.
• Strong problem-solving and independent work skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, troubleshoot, and commission industrial control systems to GM GCCS standards.
• Ensure PLC, HMI, and automation systems meet GM specifications.
• Support integration of PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and automated equipment.
• Review electrical schematics, I/O lists, and system layouts.
• Diagnose and resolve controls issues during installation and ramp-up.
• Collaborate with engineering teams and suppliers to deliver controls solutions.
• Support validation, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Maintain documentation and adhere to timelines and quality standards.

Skills

GM GCCS standards

PLC programming

Industrial automation

Troubleshooting

Electrical drawings

Team collaboration

Travel willingness

Job description

Contract Duration: Immediate start through at least Q1 2027

Role Type: Contract

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Controls Engineer with strong knowledge of General Motors (GM) GCCS standards to support controls engineering activities on an ongoing project. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience working with GM controls standards, automation systems, and equipment integration, with the ability to ensure all controls-related work meets GM's specifications and requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, troubleshoot, and commission industrial control systems in line with GM GCCS standards.


• Ensure controls designs, PLC programming, and automation systems comply with applicable GM specifications and requirements.


• Support the integration of PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and other automated manufacturing equipment.


• Review electrical schematics, controls documentation, I/O lists, and system layouts.


• Diagnose and resolve controls-related issues during installation, commissioning, and production ramp-up.


• Collaborate with engineering teams, equipment suppliers, and project stakeholders to deliver controls solutions.


• Support equipment validation, system testing, and commissioning activities.


• Maintain accurate technical documentation and ensure adherence to project timelines and quality standards.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Controls Engineer within automotive manufacturing or industrial automation.


• Strong working knowledge of GM GCCS standards is essential.


• Hands-on experience with PLC programming and industrial automation systems.


• Experience with controls commissioning, troubleshooting, and equipment integration.


• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, controls schematics, and technical specifications.


• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a project environment.


• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with cross‑functional engineering teams.


• Willingness to travel to the project site as required.


• Duration: Through at least Q1 2027.


• Start Date: As soon as available.


• Location: Multiple sites across the US

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be a technically strong Controls Engineer who understands GM's GCCS requirements and can hit the ground running, supporting controls implementation, troubleshooting, and commissioning with minimal supervision.