Controls Engineer - GM Plant (Closure Lines / Retrofit Work)

Cullerton Group has a new opportunity for a Controls Engineer in Orion, MI and Spring Hill, TN. The work will be done onsite. These are long term contract opportunities. Compensation is up to $44/hr. Additionally, all travel and lodging expenses will be paid including a $55/day meal per diem. Job Summary We are seeking experienced Controls Engineer to support retrofit, launch, and validation work within General Motors (GM) manufacturing plants. This is a hands-on, plant-floor role focused on supporting closure lines and body-in-white systems. The work involves validating installed equipment, troubleshooting controls issues, and executing GM production and safety checklists during line modifications and ramp-up activities. This is not a design role - candidates must be comfortable working directly on active production lines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Support retrofit ("kit") work on existing GM production lines Perform validation and checklist execution (SCS, NPS, red tag / green tag audits) Troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and robotic systems on the plant floor Verify tooling, equipment, and system functionality during installation and ramp-up Work alongside plant teams to support production readiness and issue resolution Assist with startup, commissioning, and line support activities Required Experience (Must Have) Prior experience working inside GM manufacturing plants Direct experience with closure lines (doors, hoods, liftgates, fenders) or body-in-white systems Experience with retrofit, launch, or production support in automotive environments Hands-on troubleshooting experience with: Allen-Bradley PLCs (RSLogix 5000 / Studio 5000) HMIs (FactoryTalk, Siemens TIA Portal) Strong understanding of plant-floor processes, safety protocols, and validation procedures Preferred Qualifications Experience with GM Global Common Controls (GCCS) standards GM-related certifications (GCCS, hardware/network training, etc.) Experience working on multiple GM plants or automotive programs Background with robotics (Fanuc, ABB, KUKA) Education Degree not required Relevant hands-on experience in GM environments is the priority Work Environment 100% onsite in active manufacturing plants Fast-paced, high-production environment Must be comfortable working on the plant floor for extended periods Travel & Expenses Travel required depending on assignment location Per diem and travel support available (details to be discussed) #J-18808-Ljbffr Cullerton Group