Controls Engineer - Fort Wayne

Job Description

This position is required to be onsite full time.

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. PLEASE 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.

The Role

We are currently looking for you to take on the role of Controls Engineer based out of Fort Wayne. As Controls Systems Engineer Apply your technical expertise to deliver automation equipment supporting GM manufacturing processes. You will support multiple Project Executions for Machine Controls as this work will be performed in a assembly/plant activity where a considerable amount of creativity and initiative is exercised as well as a high level of independent judgment. As an individual contributor role with recognized expertise responsible for tasks and work you're doing throughout the entire project development lifecycle including requirements definition, systems design and implementation, testing, and problem resolution. In this role, you will have the opportunity to positively influence our Organizational Culture by modelling a commitment to GM's Cultural Behaviors in driving toward and achieving desired business results.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

• Provide technical/engineering support to assist production and maintenance with troubleshooting equipment/process failures and with identifying effective follow-up countermeasures

• Support Automation implementation/execution (equipment design, build and install through to customer acceptance) while striving for continuous improvement and optimization

• Provide technical direction to less experienced controls engineers and suppliers

• Work may involve development and testing of advanced process technology

• Design and troubleshooting of electrical controls systems

• Demonstrate ability to manage projects and assignments with autonomy and accountability for results

• Support all Project deliverables G Risk, RYG buyoffs, factory acceptance testing and site acceptance testing

• Site Infrastructure IT systems coordination for projects

• Demonstrate ability in project management skills

• Ensure training plans for plant teams are in place for all new technologies coming to the site

• Ensure new and existing equipment meets operational requirements and appropriate standards

• Ensure proper documentation (drawings, manuals, PM schedules etc.) is available and properly maintained for all equipment in assigned area, ensure spare parts availability, and develop maintenance standard operating procedures (SOPs)

• Maintain current knowledge in fields of expertise, emerging trends of areas of expertise as relating to equipment standards, GM Requirements, etc.

• Identify technical training and knowledge transfer opportunities with other Controls Engineers, Interns, and Maintenance Associates

• Design and manage key strategic interfaces within systems to enable component reuse and consistency to standard methodologies

• Provide support to other specialists for root cause analysis

• Design Tests to efficiently find opportunities for design improvements

• Identify and document system vulnerabilities and craft mitigation action plans; track corrective actions

Additional Job Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or its equivalent in a related technical field, preferably with a minimum of 2 years of experience in automation controls

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing environment

• 5+ years of PLC work experience (Controls Engineer)

• PLC experience with ladder logic, and schematics (Controls Engineer)

• Strong technical aptitude working with industrial electrical systems regulations, design and maintenance, particularly automation and controls systems

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve complex issues

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Maximo, Rockwell and other technical software

What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience with Siemens, Allen-Bradley PLC

• Intermediate or advanced Control Logix PLC programming

• Familiarity with Variable Frequency Drives and HMIs

• General knowledge of Automotive Assembly application and operations

• A3 Vision Certified Professional

About GM

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Why Join Us

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. 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. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:

• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;

• Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;

• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;

• Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;

• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;

• Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

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