Controls System Engineer - Lockport

Job Description

The Role:

The Controls Engineer is an Individual contributor with recognized expertise responsible for troubleshooting, problem solving and continuous improvement on manufacturing equipment throughout the plant.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities):

• •Work cross-functionally with diverse teams throughout the plant to troubleshoot issues effectively.
• •Identify and document system vulnerabilities and develop inclusive mitigation plans; track corrective actions to ensure accountability.
• •Design and manage key strategic interfaces within systems to promote component reuse and consistency with best practices.
• •Create and implement tests to efficiently identify opportunities for design improvements.
• •Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to foster innovation and continuous improvement.

Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications): ​

• •Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or 4+ equivalent experience
• •3+ years of Controls Engineer experience
• •Ability to work OT as needed

What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

• •3+ years of demonstrated technical knowledge of electrical/control systems and ability to apply these concepts within a manufacturing environment
• •3+ years of experience in Control Architectures:
• - PLC: Allen Bradley
• - Robotics: Fanuc / ABB
• - Vision: Cognex / Keyence
• •Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics
• •Knowledge of high voltage power distribution
• •Knowledge of servo motors, motion control and drives
• •Demonstrated understanding of mechanical concepts involving machine designs, process requirements involved in the manufacturing process
• •Ability to use computers, interpret blueprints, engineering drawings and learn new systems
• •Demonstrated ability to manage multiple and significantly complex projects and assignments with high level of autonomy and accountability for results

Compensation:

• •The expected base compensation for this role is: 114,900.00 - 177,200.00 USD Annual. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
• •Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.

Benefits:

GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.



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This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis.

Relocation benefits are available for candidates who qualify under company policy.

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