General Motors

Launch Controls Engineer- 3rd shift

General Motors$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of technical knowledge in electrical/control systems within a manufacturing setting.
  • Proficient in PLC systems including Siemens and Allen Bradley.
  • Experience with Fanuc Robotics and Siemens CNC programming.
  • Ability to handle complex projects with high autonomy and accountability.
  • Strong understanding of mechanical designs and manufacturing processes.
  • Familiarity with servo motors, motion control, drives, and VFD systems.
  • Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and initiative.

Responsibilities

  • Emphasize safety as the top priority in all operations.
  • Design and implement control systems for production equipment.
  • Oversee project installation and manage ongoing support tasks.
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment issues while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Mentor colleagues on control systems and encourage skill development.
  • Collaborate effectively with stakeholders to support business goals.
  • Drive the Business Plan Deployment (BPD) process working alongside business teams.

Benefits

  • Potential relief for relocation expenses.
  • Work at the Saginaw, MI location on a 3rd shift schedule.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to our Saginaw, MI location on a full-time basis.This is a 3rd shift position.

Relocation:

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

The Role:

The Controls Systems Engineer is an Individual contributor with recognized expertise responsible for tasks and work you're doing throughout the entire vehicle development lifecycle including requirements definition, systems design and implementation, testing, and problem resolution.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities):
  • Safety is our #1 priority - It's personal, Own it, Live it, Everywhere, Every Day.
  • PLC: Siemens /Allen Bradley
  • Robot/CNC: Fanuc Robotics / Siemens CNC / Fanuc CNC
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple and significantly complex projects and assignments with high level of autonomy and accountability for results.
  • Experience in PLC and HMI programming, Ethernet and/or DeviceNet network
  • Design, construction, integration, plant installation, successful launch and continuous improvement of the electrical and control aspects of equipment and tools required for the production of high-quality castings.
  • Manage installation of various projects.
  • Existing program/site support Troubleshooting, diagnosis of equipment malfunctions, etc. Support the TIP (Throughput Improvement process) Continuous Improvement initiatives.
  • Ability to learn new skills, and coach / Mentor others on Control related issues, using a hands on approach.
  • Supports business team in Business Plan Deployment (BPD) process.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing and maintenance processes/procedures as well as quality control and environmental procedures is required.
  • Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with all stakeholders.

our Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications):
  • PLC: Siemens /Allen Bradley
  • Robot/CNC: Fanuc Robotics / Siemens CNC / Fanuc CNC
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple and significantly complex projects and assignments with high level of autonomy and accountability for results.
  • Experience in PLC and HMI programming, Ethernet and/or DeviceNet network
  • Ability to work 3rd shifts and weekends as needed.
  • Minimum of 3 years Demonstrated technical knowledge of electrical/control systems and ability to apply these concepts within a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong work ethic (self-starter, responsible, follow through on assignments)
  • Demonstrated initiative by reaching beyond work assigned to improve output and/or help others.
  • Strong technical knowledge of electrical/control systems and the ability to apply these
    concepts within a manufacturing environment.
  • Knowledge of servo motors, motion control and drives.
  • Demonstrated understanding of mechanical concepts involving machine designs, process requirements involved in the manufacturing process.
  • Ability to use computer, interpret blueprints, engineering drawings and learn new systems.


What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
  • Bachelor's degree with major in engineering and equivalent experience/training.
  • Variable Frequency Drive (VFD): Allen Bradley / Siemens
  • Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics.
  • Knowledge of high voltage power distribution


Sponsorship:

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

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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