Senior Controls Engineer
General Motors Proving Ground
The Role As a Senior Controls Engineer, you will lead program execution for machine controls and robotics within a centralized manufacturing engineering activity or plant assembly environment. This role requires creativity, initiative, and independent judgment to deliver innovative solutions that enable high-quality production. You will manage new program launches, troubleshoot existing systems, and provide technical leadership to less experienced engineers. What You’ll Do Execute new program launches, including Statement of Requirements (SOR) preparation, forecasting, controls/robotics design, equipment build/run-off, and buyoff. Oversee design, construction, integration, plant installation, and continuous improvement of equipment and tools for high-quality part production. Manage project timelines and deliverables to meet program milestones. Provide project updates and report-outs to senior management. Support existing programs/sites with troubleshooting and technical guidance. Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and plant personnel. Design and troubleshoot electrical control systems. Contribute to development and testing of advanced process technologies. Travel as required to support program execution and plant activities. Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications) 5+ years of professional experience as a controls/robotics engineer. Strong technical knowledge of electrical/control systems applied in manufacturing environments. Basic understanding of mechanical concepts related to machine design and process requirements. Proficiency in Siemens CNC, PLC, and HMI programming; Ethernet and/or ProfiNet/ProfiSafe networks. Knowledge of servo motors, motion control, and drives. Ability to design and troubleshoot electrical control systems. Experience across multiple manufacturing controls and/or robotics assignments with measurable achievements. Ability to interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and learn new systems. What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications) Prior experience as a controls engineer in the automotive industry. Understanding of plant floor operations. General knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics. #J-18808-Ljbffr General Motors
$70k - $90k
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