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Launch Controls Engineer

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General Motors

Launch Controls Engineer

Saginaw, MI

Description

Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to our Saginaw, MI location on a full-time basis. This is a 3rd shift position.

Relocation:

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

The Role:

The Controls Systems Engineer is an Individual contributor with recognized expertise responsible for tasks and work you're doing throughout the entire vehicle development lifecycle including requirements definition, systems design and implementation, testing, and problem resolution.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities):

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  • Safety is our #1 priority - It's personal, Own it, Live it, Everywhere, Every Day.
  • Design, construction, integration, plant installation, successful launch and continuous improvement of the electrical and control aspects of equipment and tools required for the production of high-quality castings.
  • Manage installation of various projects.
  • Existing program/site support Troubleshooting, diagnosis of equipment malfunctions, etc. Support the TIP (Throughput Improvement process) Continuous Improvement initiatives.
  • Ability to learn new skills, and coach / Mentor others on Control related issues, using a hands on approach.
  • Supports business team in Business Plan Deployment (BPD) process.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing and maintenance processes/procedures as well as quality control and environmental procedures is required.
  • Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with all stakeholders.

Additional Description

Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications):

  • Ability to work 3rd shifts and weekends as needed.
  • Ability to work with people at all levels of the organization in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple and significantly complex projects and assignments
    with high level of autonomy and accountability for results.
  • Strong work ethic (self-starter, responsible, follow through on assignments)
  • Demonstrated initiative by reaching beyond work assigned to improve output and/or help others.
  • Strong technical knowledge of electrical/control systems and the ability to apply these
    concepts within a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience in PLC and HMI programming, Ethernet and/or DeviceNet networks.
  • Knowledge of servo motors, motion control and drives.
  • Experience in Fanuc robots setup and programming.
  • Demonstrated understanding of mechanical concepts involving machine designs, process requirements involved in the manufacturing process.
  • Ability to use computer, interpret blueprints, engineering drawings and learn new systems.

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

  • 1-3 years Demonstrated technical knowledge of electrical/control systems and ability to apply these concepts within a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience in Control Architectures:
  • PLC: Siemens /Allen Bradley
  • Robot/CNC: Fanuc Robotics / Siemens CNC / Fanuc CNC
  • Vision: Cognex / Keyence / Fanuc iR Vision
  • Variable Frequency Drive (VFD): Allen Bradley / Siemens
  • Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics.
  • Knowledge of high voltage power distribution
  • Bachelor's degree with major in engineering and equivalent experience/training.

Sponsorship:

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

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Client-provided location(s): Saginaw, MI, USA
Job ID: General_Motors-JR-202501083
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Stock Purchase Program
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Woman founded/led
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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