General Motors

Process Controls Engineer

General Motors$80K — $100K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechatronic, Automotive Engineering or related field
  • 1 year of experience as Electrical Engineer or related role
  • Familiarity with process engineering and control systems
  • Experience with Rockwell Automation, Siemens PLC, and HMIs
  • Knowledge of Cognex and Matrox Vision systems programming
  • Skilled in scheduling preventative maintenance for manufacturing line equipment
  • Experience in programming Fanuc robots.

Responsibilities

  • Procures and launches major controls engineering programs
  • Maintains contacts with vendors and internal engineering disciplines
  • Diagnoses and corrects manufacturing process deficiencies
  • Evaluates and improves manufacturing processes and equipment
  • Supports technology deployment to minimize risks
  • Contributes to error proofing plans with mechanical engineers
  • Engages in cross-functional safety analysis and risk activities

Benefits

  • Hybrid work policy: 3 days in-office, 2 days remote
  • Opportunity to work with advanced technologies such as robotics and CNC systems
  • Engagement with a diverse cross-functional team
  • Exposure to continuous improvement objectives in quality and efficiency
  • Participation in process improvement initiatives and best practices deployment
Full Job Description
Job Description

DUTIES: Procures and launches new and major programs for controls engineering. Maintains working contacts with vendors, GM IT, other internal engineering disciplines, and management at plant and headquarters. Diagnoses and corrects deficiencies in manufacturing processes. Stays abreast of new controls technology, including robotics, computer graphics, and computer controls (CNC, PLC, PC, HMI, networks). Supports deployment of new technology to minimize risks. Evaluates manufacturing processes and equipment. Performs simultaneous engineering activities with ME and equipment supplier representatives. Supports the development of ME error proofing plans. Participates in safety g-Risk activities with cross functional group. Supports approval controls drawings and conducts controls run-offs at OEM site. Solves and assists operational problems. Supports and actively interacts with manufacturing operations group. Supports deployment of best common systems and methods as defined in the PT Global Controls Bill of Process. Continuously improves quality, cost, responsiveness, and safety. Hybrid Work Policy - 3 Days In-Office, 2 Days Remote - Must be able to report to local office.

REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field and One (1) year of experience as an Electrical Engineer, Engineering Lead, Process Controls Engineer, or related role One (1) year of experience with: Process engineering; Rockwell Automation, Siemens PLC, and HMIs; Improving manufacturing output; Cognex and Matrox Vision system programming; Allen Bradley factory automation equipment; Scheduling preventative maintenance for manufacturing line equipment; and AutoCAD. Experience with: Fanuc robot programming.

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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
Industry
Net Income
$6.4 billion
Founded
1908
5 Year Trend
-3.2%
Revenue
$122.4 billion
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