Lead engineer for paint shop conveyor controls: design, integrate, install, launch and continuously improve conveyor and electrical control systems. Manage vendors, program milestones, and project reporting. Develop PLC/HMI, motion control, and error-proofing solutions; troubleshoot existing systems; create and audit controls standards; provide technical direction to other engineers and support advanced process technology development and testing.
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DUTIES : Act as Lead Engineer for new programs. Participate in new program implementation and execution such as Statement of Requirements (SOR) preparation, forecasting, conveyor controls design, equipment build/run-off and buyoff. Design, construction, integration, plant installation, successful launch and continuous improvement of Paint Shop conveyor equipment and systems. Provide technical direction and guidance to outside vendor sources. Manage deliverables to program timing milestones. Provide project reports to senior management. Perform existing program and site support including troubleshooting. Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with all customers and plants. Create, maintain, and improve Paint controls standardized work, processes, and procedures. Audit Paint Controls implementation for alignment to standards. Provide technical direction to other Controls engineers. Design and troubleshoot electrical controls systems and error proofing systems. Work may involve development and testing of advanced process technology. Hybrid Work Policy - 3 days In-Office, 2 Days Remote - Must be able to report to local office.
REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field of study. Seven (7) years of experience as a Controls Engineer, Electrical Engineer, or related role. Seven (7) years of experience with the following: Electrical and control systems; Mechanical concepts involving machine designs, process requirements involved in the manufacturing process; PLC and HMI programming including Ethernet and Devicenet networks; Motion control and drives; Designing and troubleshooting electrical controls systems; Project management; Plant floor work and systems in Paint Shops; and Global Production Monitoring and Controls (GPM&C), Production Routing and Tracking (PR&T), and WebTip.
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DUTIES : Act as Lead Engineer for new programs. Participate in new program implementation and execution such as Statement of Requirements (SOR) preparation, forecasting, conveyor controls design, equipment build/run-off and buyoff. Design, construction, integration, plant installation, successful launch and continuous improvement of Paint Shop conveyor equipment and systems. Provide technical direction and guidance to outside vendor sources. Manage deliverables to program timing milestones. Provide project reports to senior management. Perform existing program and site support including troubleshooting. Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with all customers and plants. Create, maintain, and improve Paint controls standardized work, processes, and procedures. Audit Paint Controls implementation for alignment to standards. Provide technical direction to other Controls engineers. Design and troubleshoot electrical controls systems and error proofing systems. Work may involve development and testing of advanced process technology. Hybrid Work Policy - 3 days In-Office, 2 Days Remote - Must be able to report to local office.
REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field of study. Seven (7) years of experience as a Controls Engineer, Electrical Engineer, or related role. Seven (7) years of experience with the following: Electrical and control systems; Mechanical concepts involving machine designs, process requirements involved in the manufacturing process; PLC and HMI programming including Ethernet and Devicenet networks; Motion control and drives; Designing and troubleshooting electrical controls systems; Project management; Plant floor work and systems in Paint Shops; and Global Production Monitoring and Controls (GPM&C), Production Routing and Tracking (PR&T), and WebTip.
#LI-DNI
About GM
Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us
We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Total Rewards | Benefits Overview
From day one, we're looking out for your well-being-at work and at home-so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources.
Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.
All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire.
Accommodations
General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us [email protected] or call us at 1-800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
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