General Motors

Controls Engineer

General Motors$70K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Computer, or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
  • Experience in manufacturing or manufacturing engineering environments.
  • Proficient in electrical/control systems and their application in production settings.
  • Strong skills in PLC/HMI programming, industrial networks, and troubleshooting controls systems.
  • Experience in robotics integration and programming for automation systems.
  • Knowledgeable in machine vision, error-proofing, and automated inspection applications.
  • Capable of managing multiple technical tasks independently while being accountable for results.

Responsibilities

  • Execute automation, machine vision, and robotics for new equipment and upgrades.
  • Support the development and implementation of controls hardware and software design.
  • Diagnose and fix issues in manufacturing controls processes and equipment performance.
  • Drive improvements in operational metrics such as safety, quality, and performance.
  • Stay updated on new controls technologies and assist in their deployment.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with various departments to achieve project goals.
  • Assist senior engineers by escalating risks and reinforcing standards.

Benefits

  • Eligible for relocation benefits.
  • Work in a dynamic and fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Full Job Description

Job Description

The Controls Engineer will support the design, construction, integration, launch, and continuous improvement of controls-based manufacturing systems, with balanced ownership across automation, machine vision, and robotics. This position is best suited for an execution-focused engineer who can combine hands-on controls expertise, strong problem solving, and project execution in a fast-paced plant and manufacturing engineering environment.

Core responsibilities

  • Execute automation, machine vision, and robotics scope for new equipment, major upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.
  • Support development, review, and implementation of controls hardware architecture, software design, integration plans, and equipment runoff activities.
  • Diagnose and correct deficiencies in manufacturing controls processes, equipment performance, and system reliability.
  • Support plant operations by solving controls issues and driving improvements in safety, quality, throughput, cost, and performance.
  • Stay current on emerging controls technologies and support deployment of new automation, robotics, and vision capabilities with low launch risk.
  • Work cross-functionally with manufacturing engineering, plant engineering, suppliers, skilled trades, IT/PFS, and other launch teams to deliver program timing and business objectives.
  • Coordinate with more senior engineers and technical leads to escalate risks, align on standards, and close gaps.
  • Recommend process improvements and support standardization across controls execution, robotics, and vision applications.

Required qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent technical experience.
  • Relevant controls engineering experience in manufacturing or manufacturing engineering environments.
  • Strong knowledge of electrical/control systems and the ability to apply that knowledge in production environments.
  • Experience with PLC/HMI programming, industrial networks, and controls system troubleshooting.
  • Experience with robotics integration, setup, or programming in automated manufacturing systems.
  • Working knowledge of machine vision / error-proofing / automated inspection applications.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple technical assignments with solid autonomy and accountability for results.
  • Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving capability.

Preferred qualifications

  • Experience in controls architecture, standards, or common controls solutions.
  • Experience supporting launch execution, equipment buyoff, plant installation, and production startup.
  • Experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, industrial Ethernet, and related plant-floor interfaces.
  • Experience with error-proofing, vision-guided applications, or automated inspection systems in manufacturing.
  • Demonstrated initiative in supporting teammates, driving follow-through, and identifying improvement opportunities within the work area.
GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc). This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis. This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

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General Motors Company engages in the manufacture and sale of cars and trucks in the United States, China, Brazil, Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Italy. It offers sedans, crossovers, sport utility vehicles, pick-up trucks, coupes, sports/convertibles and hybrid vehicles, hatchbacks/wagons, and vans, as well as mini cars in India. The company also provides parts and accessories, such as iPod and MP3 compatibility, mobility accessories, performance parts, AC parts and services, and merchandise. In addition, it offers vehicle safety, security, and information services. The company provides used vehicles. It offers its products through dealers and distributors. General Motors Company was formerly known as NGMCO, Inc. and changed its name to General Motors Company in July 2009. The company was incorporated in 2009 and is based in Detroit, Michigan. It operates manufacturing facilities in India, the United States, and Canada. General Motors Company operates as a subsidiary of the United States Department of The Treasury. General Motors led global vehicle sales for 77 consecutive years from 1931 through 2007, longer than any other automaker, and is currently among the world's largest automakers by vehicle unit sales. General Motors acts in most countries outside the USA via wholly-owned subsidiaries but operates in China through 10 joint ventures. GM's OnStar subsidiary provides vehicle safety, security, and information services. In 2009, General Motors shed several brands, closing Saturn, Pontiac, and Hummer, and emerged from a government-backed Chapter 11 reorganization. In 2010, GM made an initial public offering IPOs to date and returned to profitability later that year.

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157,000 employees
Market Cap
$46.9 billion
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Net Income
$6.4 billion
Founded
1908
5 Year Trend
-3.2%
Revenue
$122.4 billion
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