Controls Engineer: Automation, Vision & Robotics (Off-Shift)

General Motors; Wyoming (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation benefits

Job summary

General Motors in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a Controls Engineer to drive automation project execution and provide plant floor support for machine controls, vision systems, laser marking, and robotics in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will design and troubleshoot electrical control systems, lead integration of equipment, and offer hands-on on-floor support during shifts to minimize downtime and improve uptime and efficiency. Relocation benefits available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of experience as a Controls Engineer in a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering preferred; equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.
• Strong technical knowledge of Allen-Bradley control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and Ethernet/IP networks.
• Experience with Fanuc CNC, Siemens Step 7, and Siemens 840D systems.
• Knowledge of servo motors, motion control, vision systems, and drives.
• Ability to design and troubleshoot electrical control systems.
• Understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Proficiency in reading electrical prints with AutoCAD Electrical or Eplan.
• Proven ability to manage complex technical projects with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated understanding of plant-floor operations and maintenance support requirements.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work any shift and provide off-shift coverage as needed.
• Assignment location: GMCH LLC - Grand Rapids, MI

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and troubleshoot electrical control systems.
• Lead design, integration, installation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing equipment and tools.
• Provide hands-on plant floor support for automation, controls, and production systems during B & C shifts.
• Respond to machine faults and downtime issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain and update controls-related documentation and electrical schematics.
• Support equipment build, runoff, and buyoff processes.
• Provide technical direction and oversight to external vendors and system integrators.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of standardized control architectures across the plant.
• Collaborate closely with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to improve uptime and efficiency.

Skills

Allen-Bradley PLCs

HMI & Ethernet/IP

Fanuc CNC

Siemens Step 7

Siemens 840D

Vision systems

Servo motors

Electrical schematics

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

Project management

Shift work willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

Job description

General Motors in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a Controls Engineer to drive automation project execution and provide plant floor support for machine controls, vision systems, laser marking, and robotics in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will design and troubleshoot electrical control systems, lead integration of equipment, and offer hands-on on-floor support during shifts to minimize downtime and improve uptime and efficiency. Relocation benefits available for qualified candidates.