General Assembly Controls Engineer

Job title: General Assembly Controls Engineer

Job description: Job Description

About GM/BrightDrop:

The CAMI team is going all electric and we want EVerybody in! The General Motors BrightDrop team is tasked with developing and commercializing smarter ways to deliver goods and services. 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 aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. 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. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Join the CAMI team and be a part of Ontario’s first mass producer of Electric Vehicles!

About 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.

Our team is looking for a Controls Engineer to have the opportunity to work in a team environment to continuously improve production equipment and processes utilizing the latest automation control technology such as Safety Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Ethernet communication networks, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), HMIs, Fanuc Robotics and Various Vision systems. You will help troubleshoot equipment issues and manage small to medium sized projects on a wide variety of equipment that progresses the organization to the next level of manufacturing effectiveness.

Responsibilities:

Provide daily support of production operations with focus on personnel and equipment safety, process quality and uptime with a focus on automation and controls

Provide technical/engineering support to assist production and maintenance with troubleshooting equipment/process failures and with identifying effective follow-up counter-measures

Identify and execute kaizen projects to support achievement of departmental business objectives and continuous improvement of safety, quality, cost and reliability

Review equipment operation and reliability (develop tracking methods where applicable)

Identify and execute special projects for process and quality improvements, equipment refurbishment, line rate increases and future programs.

Ensure new and existing equipment meets operational requirements and appropriate standards

Ensure proper documentation (drawings, manuals, PM schedules etc.) is available and properly maintained for all equipment in assigned area, ensure spare parts availability and develop maintenance standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Maintain current knowledge in fields of expertise. Update management on current status and emerging trends of areas of expertise as relating to equipment standards, legislative requirements, GM Requirements, etc.

Identify technical training and knowledge transfer opportunities with other Controls Engineers, Interns, and Maintenance Associates

Attend regular departmental meetings to provide technical insight and to communicate / coordinate planning of activities in assigned area.

Qualifications:

Experience working with and troubleshooting robotics / controls systems, Fanuc robotics, Controllogix PLCs and Body application controls and automation

Proficient technical aptitude working with industrial electrical systems regulations, design and maintenance, particularly automation and controls systems

Demonstrated technical project management experience

Intermediate or advanced Control Logix PLC programming

Familiarity with Variable Frequency Drives and HMIs

General knowledge of manufacturing processes, application and operations, preferably in automotive industry.

Ability to effectively manage multiple issues in a fast paced work environment

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve complex issues

Proficient interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral)

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, AutoCAD, Maximo, Rockwell and other technical software

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or its equivalent in a related technical field, preferably with a minimum of 2 years of experience in automation controls.

Successful candidates will be required to attest to, and be prepared to provide proof of, their vaccination status and that any job offer will be conditional on the candidate being fully vaccinated.

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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 aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. 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. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities. Should you be contacted by General Motors of Canada, please advise if you require accommodation. General Motors of Canada values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

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