Global Laboratory Systems Engineering (GLSE) designs and delivers manufacturing and test solutions for GM labs and garages, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and data consistency. We collaborate closely with Product Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Laboratory Operations, and key suppliers to provide high-value systems and equipment.
We’re looking for a Controls Engineer to join our team. This role involves implementing and validating controls for new and existing equipment, including electric propulsion systems, battery cell manufacturing, and test systems. You’ll work with cross-functional teams to develop systems, coordinate installations, troubleshoot issues, and improve system performance and data quality.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities):
- Lead and support projects that define, source, engineer, integrate, install, and commission new capital equipment into General Motors laboratories
- Provide controls related technical direction and oversight to outside vendors/suppliers
- Generate technical solutions for current and future projects & equipment from a controls engineering perspective
- Understand and work to timelines and milestones for projects/assignments to meet the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers.
- Follow all corporate safety standards and site safety policies
- Minimal travel, domestic/international, up to 10%
Y our Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field
- 3+ years of experience in equipment controls design, integration, and/or execution
- Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects independently
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally
What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
- MS Engineering preferred
- Experience with GM-specific processes, including G-risk, G-comply, Design for Health & Safety, Safety Control Systems
- Outstanding interpersonal relationship and communication skills to effectively collaborate with varying levels of the organization as needed
- HMI- Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi and/or Beckhoff experience
- PLC- Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi and/or Beckhoff experience
- Proficiency in industrial networking protocols – Profibus, Profinet, TCP/IP and EthernetIP
- Knowledge of equipment specification and qualification
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