Overview
On Site
Full Time
Skills
MI
Marketing Intelligence
Manufacturing
Manufacturing Operations
Continuous Improvement
Innovation
Productivity
HMIS
Interfaces
Collaboration
Testing
Documentation
Technical Support
Training
Programmable Logic Controller
Allen-Bradley
Siemens
HMI
Schematics
Electrical Wiring
Communication
Ethernet
IP
Intellectual Property
Modbus
Electrical Engineering
Robotics
Motion Control
Systems Engineering
Artificial Intelligence
FOCUS
SAP BASIS
Recruiting
Screening
Job Details
Job Description
Work Arrangement
Onsite - This role requires the employee to be onsite on a full time basis. Primary work location will be the GM Global Technical Center in Warren, MI. This role will require some domestic travel to various manufacturing sites. Potential sites would be Kokomo, IN.
The Role
The Autonomous Robotics Center (ARC) team is seeking a Controls Engineer to join our team. In this role you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and implementing control systems for automated machinery and processes.
Your expertise in PLC programming, HMI development, and control system troubleshooting will be essential in optimizing our manufacturing operations. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies, ensure system performance and safety, and provide technical support to maintenance and production teams.
This position requires a strong understanding of electrical schematics, industrial networks, and a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation. Join us to drive efficiency and productivity through cutting-edge automation solutions.
What You Will Do
Additional Job Description
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
About GM
Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us
We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Benefits Overview
From day one, we're looking out for your well-being-at work and at home-so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards Resources .
Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.
All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire .
Accommodations
General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us or call us at . In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Work Arrangement
Onsite - This role requires the employee to be onsite on a full time basis. Primary work location will be the GM Global Technical Center in Warren, MI. This role will require some domestic travel to various manufacturing sites. Potential sites would be Kokomo, IN.
The Role
The Autonomous Robotics Center (ARC) team is seeking a Controls Engineer to join our team. In this role you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and implementing control systems for automated machinery and processes.
Your expertise in PLC programming, HMI development, and control system troubleshooting will be essential in optimizing our manufacturing operations. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies, ensure system performance and safety, and provide technical support to maintenance and production teams.
This position requires a strong understanding of electrical schematics, industrial networks, and a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation. Join us to drive efficiency and productivity through cutting-edge automation solutions.
What You Will Do
- Design, develop, and implement control systems for automated machinery and processes.
- Program and configure PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), HMIs (Human-Machine Interfaces), and other control devices.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues with control systems and automated equipment.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies and optimize existing systems.
- Conduct testing and validation of control systems to ensure performance and safety standards are met.
- Create and maintain documentation for control systems, including schematics, wiring diagrams, and software programs.
- Provide technical support and training to maintenance and production teams.
- Stay updated with industry trends and advancements in automation technology.
Additional Job Description
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
- 3+ years of professional experience in automation and control systems engineering.
- Proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens) and HMI development.
- Strong understanding of electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel design.
- Experience with industrial networks and communication protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Modbus)
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
- Experience with robotics and motion control systems.
- Knowledge of safety standards and regulations related to automation.
- Certification in automation or control systems engineering.
- Experience with AI and Autonomous vehicles
About GM
Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us
We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Benefits Overview
From day one, we're looking out for your well-being-at work and at home-so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards Resources .
Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.
All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire .
Accommodations
General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us or call us at . In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
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