Senior Automotive Controls Engineer – Robotics

generalmotors; Warren (MI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors in Warren, MI is seeking a Controls Process Engineer to help develop and execute advanced manufacturing and automation solutions supporting GM’s Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion goals. You will join a high-performing team delivering industrial controls across new and existing programs.

The role requires 7+ years in controls/robotics, strong PLC/HMI, motion control, and project management.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience as a controls and/or robotics engineer.
• Strong knowledge of electrical and controls systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with PLC and HMI programming, Ethernet and/or DeviceNet networks.
• Experience with servo motors, motion control, and drives.
• Ability to design and troubleshoot electrical controls systems.
• Experience executing a GM GA or Bodyshop program.
• Strong project management, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with a high level of autonomy and accountability.
• Knowledge of GM’s global controls architecture.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Lead controls execution for new and existing manufacturing programs
• Support controls and robotics design, equipment build, run-off, buyoff, installation, and launch
• Manage project timing, deliverables, and milestones
• Troubleshoot and improve electrical controls systems in plant environments
• Partner with plants, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to deliver program objectives
• Provide project updates to leadership and technical guidance to less experienced engineers
• Support validation and implementation of advanced process technologies
• Travel as needed to support critical equipment startups

Skills

Controls engineering

PLC programming

HMI programming

Motion control

Electrical design

Project management

Team collaboration

GM GA/Bodyshop knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

General Motors in Warren, MI is seeking a Controls Process Engineer to help develop and execute advanced manufacturing and automation solutions supporting GM’s Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion goals. You will join a high-performing team delivering industrial controls across new and existing programs.

The role requires 7+ years in controls/robotics, strong PLC/HMI, motion control, and project management.