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Controls Engineer
General Motors. Design, develop, and implement advanced controls and automation systems for automotive body shop manufacturing operations .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in designing, developing, and implementing advanced automation systems, with a strong focus on Allen Bradley PLCs, Siemens TIA Portal HMIs, and industrial communication networks. Proficient in troubleshooting and optimizing automated manufacturing processes, including machine vision systems and robotic integrations.
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Allen Bradley PLC ProgrammingSiemens TIA Portal HMI DevelopmentIndustrial Communication NetworksMachine Vision Systems ConfigurationFANUC Robot Programming
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Hard Skills
Automation System DesignControl Strategy DevelopmentTroubleshooting Automation Systems3D Vision-Guided Bin PickingTorque Verification SystemsBarcode and RFID SystemsElectrical Schematics InterpretationRoot Cause AnalysisData Analysis with DLAPower BI
Soft Skills
CollaborationContinuous Improvement LeadershipReal-Time Production Support
Tools & Technologies
EPLANEtherNet/IPTCP/IPDeviceNetVariable Frequency DrivesAutomated Guided CartsGeo Pallet Systems
Industry Keywords
Automotive ManufacturingHigh-Volume ProductionSmart ManufacturingError Proofing TechnologiesAutomation and Controls
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesPythonSQLTCP/IP
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Design, develop, and implement advanced controls and automation systems for automotive body shop manufacturing operations
- Develop and document system requirements, functional specifications, and control strategies for automated manufacturing systems
- Program, configure, and troubleshoot Allen Bradley PLCs and Siemens TIA Portal HMIs
- Design, implement, and maintain EtherNet/IP, TCP/IP, and DeviceNet industrial communication networks
- Integrate, program, and optimize FANUC industrial robots
- Develop, configure, and troubleshoot machine vision systems for inspection, error proofing, and bin picking
- Maintain and enhance 3D vision-guided bin picking solutions
- Support and optimize Power & Free conveyors, Geo Pallet systems, skid conveyors, and Automated Guided Carts
- Configure and troubleshoot Allen Bradley Variable Frequency Drives and motion control systems
- Develop and implement torque verification, barcode, RFID, and automated bin pick validation systems
- Create and interpret electrical schematics using EPLAN
- Perform root cause analysis of automation and controls failures and drive corrective and preventive actions
- Analyze manufacturing and operational data using DLA and Power BI (TBIA)
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on cycle time, downtime, and quality improvements
- Provide real-time production support for high-volume manufacturing lines
- Develop and maintain custom engineering tools and applications
- Ensure standardization, scalability, and reuse of automation components
- Identify system vulnerabilities and implement mitigation strategies
- Track, document, and report corrective actions
- Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and maintenance partners on integration, launch readiness, and production goals
- Stay current with industrial automation, robotics, and smart manufacturing technologies
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field of study
- Two (2) years of experience as an Automation Engineer, Controls Engineer, or related occupation
- Two (2) years of experience designing, programming, and troubleshooting Allen Bradley PLCs, including Safety Logic
- Two (2) years of experience developing and maintaining HMI systems
- Two (2) years of experience designing and supporting industrial communication networks including EtherNet/IP, TCP/IP, and DeviceNet
- Two (2) years of experience configuring and troubleshooting machine vision systems
- Two (2) years of experience supporting and optimizing automated conveyance systems
- Two (2) years of experience configuring and troubleshooting VFDs
- Two (2) years of experience implementing and supporting error proofing technologies
- One (1) year of experience programming and troubleshooting FANUC robots for material handling, spot welding, dispensing, and vision guided applications
- One (1) year of experience developing and supporting 3D vision–based bin picking systems
- One (1) year of experience supporting high volume manufacturing operations through troubleshooting, optimization, and downtime reduction
- One (1) year of experience with Python and SQL
Benefits
Comp & perks- Opportunities to develop and grow as part of one General Motors team
- Inclusive workplace fostering belonging and employee development
- Role-related assessment and/or pre-employment screening as applicable
- Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities