Controls Engineer at General Motors in Lockport, NY

Summary: General Motors is a leading automotive company committed to innovation and sustainability. They are seeking a Controls Engineer who will be responsible for troubleshooting and improving manufacturing equipment, working cross-functionally to enhance system performance and design improvements. 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 Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or 4+ equivalent experience - Ability to work off shift on a full-time basis - Ability to work OT as needed Preferred Qualifications: - 1+ years of demonstrated technical knowledge of electrical/control systems and ability to apply these concepts within a manufacturing environment - 1+ 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 - Experience working in a Manufacturing Environment - 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 Required Skills: Electrical Engineering, Control Architectures, PLC Allen Bradley Important Skills: Robotics Fanuc / ABB, Vision Cognex / Keyence, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, High Voltage Power Distribution, Servo Motors, Motion Control Nice-to-Have Skills: Manufacturing Environment Experience, Blueprint Interpretation, Project Management 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.