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Senior Controls Engineer- Body Shop
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What they do
A Robotics Engineer designs robots, maintains them, develops new applications for them, and conducts research to expand the potential of robotics. Utilizes a combination of electrical, mechanical, and software engineering. Common coding languages are C++ and Python.
$92,340 / year median in Michigan
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Engineering Senior Controls Engineer- Body Shop 위치 Lake Orion, Michigan (+) Show all locations (-) Hide all locations 직무 유형 Full time 게시됨 9 10 2026 Job Requisition
Accommodations@GM.com 으로 이메일을 보내시거나 800-865-7580으로 전화주십시오. 이메일에, 귀하가 요청하는 특정한 숙소에 대한 설명과 귀하가 지원하는 직무와 채용 요청서 번호를 포함해주세요. 지금 신청하세요 구하다 저장됨 [Open sharing options] [Share] 관련 작업 구하다 저장됨 Kansas City, Kansas Body Department Welding Engineer 구하다 저장됨 Kansas City, Kansas Body Department Controls Engineer 구하다 저장됨 Lake Orion, Michigan 2027 Summer Intern - Manufacturing Weld Engineer 엔지니어링 Team 처음부터 끝까지 우리 엔지니어링 팀은 모든 경험에서 가능한 것의 한계에 도전합니다.
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설명 This is a 2nd shift opportunity This job may be eligible for relocation benefitsGM 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.
Onsite:
This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Orion, MI on a full-time basis. The Role The Senior Controls Engineer- Body Shop is responsible for providing advanced controls engineering leadership and technical oversight within a highly automated automotive body shop environment. This role serves as a key technical expert supporting robotic welding, material handling, joining technologies, and automated production systems. The position requires a high degree of independent judgment and technical authority to achieve safety, quality, cost, throughput, and launch objectives while ensuring the long-term reliability and maintainability of body shop equipment and controls systems. What You'll Do Lead controls engineering strategy and execution for body shop manufacturing systems Serve as the technical authority for PLC, robotics, and network architecture standards. Manage and execute complex electrical and controls projects including new installations, major upgrades, model change activities, throughput improvements, and lifecycle replacements. Develop and approve cost estimates, investment forecasts, business cases, and appropriation requests for capital projects. Provide technical mentorship to Controls Engineers, Automation Engineers, and Skilled Trades across multiple shifts. Lead root cause analysis and resolution of complex equipment and system failures. Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing statistical methods and data-driven decision making. Coordinate with Manufacturing Engineering, corporate engineering organizations, and suppliers on new model planning, CQPI, sourcing, and equipment validation. Establish and manage project support plans between plant operations, corporate engineering, and contractor resources. Represent Engineering in plant leadership meetings and cross-functional business planning activities. Influence plant-wide goals through Business Plan Deployment and cross-functional alignment. Support implementation of Global Manufacturing Systems and Quality Network initiatives to improve operational excellence. Oversee development and adherence to engineering standards, documentation, and best practices. Develop and monitor project schedules, risk mitigation plans, and execution timelines. Provide input into plant capital planning and Central Manufacturing Engineering budgets. Ensure long-term reliability, maintainability, and cost efficiency of manufacturing equipment and infrastructure. Drive energy efficiency, operational cost reduction, and maximum throughput strategies. Partner with Plant Training teams to develop and deploy training for new technologies introduced to the facility. Champion safety as the highest priority, enforcing safe work practices and driving improvements in ergonomics, health, safety, and housekeeping. Maintain strong working relationships with hourly employees, union leadership, plant management, suppliers, and external support organizations. Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications) Advanced ability to program, troubleshoot, and optimize Rockwell/Allen-Bradley ControlLogix PLC systems in high-volume automotive manufacturing environments. Advanced troubleshooting and programming experience with FANUC robotic systems, including robot path recovery, fault diagnostics, and production optimization. Strong understanding of welding systems, weld controllers, weld schedules, and robotic welding applications? Expert ability to read, interpret, and modify electrical schematic and controls documentation. Advanced troubleshooting experience with automated body shop manufacturing systems, material handling equipment, and conveyor controls. Strong knowledge of industrial communication networks including Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, ControlNet, and integrated robot-to-PLC communication. Experience supporting safety-rated control systems, robot safety zones, interlocks, and machine safeguarding requirements. Strong analytical and structured problem-solving capabilities utilizing root cause analysis and data-driven methodologies. Effective leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams. Willingness to work 2nd shift Willingness to support weekend or extended hours during critical production and project phases. Preferred Qualifications Five or more years of experience in automotive body shop, welding, or assembly manufacturing operations. Experience supporting robotic welding cells, framing systems, underbody/body-side lines, or final body assembly processes. Experience leading automation strategies, major equipment installations, or large capital projects in a body shop environment. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent technical experience. Experience with manufacturing systems integration including (MES, SCADA, data acquisition) Knowledge of dimensional quality systems, automated measurement technologies, and body build quality requirements. Demonstrated experience leading, mentoring, or supervising engineering and technical teams. Experience supporting new vehicle launches, tooling integration, and production ramp-up activities 다양성 정보 General Motors는 법적으로 금지된 차별을 배제하는 것은 물론 포용성과 소속감을 진정으로 장려하는 직장이 되기 위해 노력하고 있습니다. 당사는 다양성이 보장되는 환경에서 직원들이 역량을 발휘하고 우리 고객을 위한 더 좋은 제품을 개발할 수 있다고 믿습니다. 따라서 입사에 관심 있는 사람이 있다면 포지션별 주요 업무와 자격을 확인하고 본인이 보유한 기술과 능력에 부합하는 모든 포지션에 적극적으로 지원하기를 장려합니다. 지원자는 채용 과정에서 역할 관련 평가(해당하는 경우) 및/또는 채용 전 스크리닝을 통과해야 합니다. 자세한 정보는 GM 채용 과정 안내 를 참고하십시오. 공평한 취업 기회 선언 (미국) General Motors는 공평한 기회를 제공하는 고용주임을 자부합니다. 자격을 만족하는 지원자는 인종과 피부색, 성별, 성적 지향, 성별 정체성, 국적, 장애, 재향 군인 보호법 적용 여부와 상관없이 채용 후보로서 심사를 받습니다. 숙소 (미국 및 캐나다) General Motors는 장애인을 포함한 모든 구직자들에게 취업 기회를 제공합니다. 구직이나 취업 지원에 도움이 되는 합리적인 숙소가 필요한 경우 Careers.Accommodations@GM.com 으로 이메일을 보내시거나 800-865-7580으로 전화주십시오. 이메일에, 귀하가 요청하는 특정한 숙소에 대한 설명과 귀하가 지원하는 직무와 채용 요청서 번호를 포함해주세요. 지금 신청하세요 구하다 저장됨 [Open sharing options] [Share] 관련 작업 구하다 저장됨 Kansas City, Kansas Body Department Welding Engineer 구하다 저장됨 Kansas City, Kansas Body Department Controls Engineer 구하다 저장됨 Lake Orion, Michigan 2027 Summer Intern - Manufacturing Weld Engineer 엔지니어링 Team 처음부터 끝까지 우리 엔지니어링 팀은 모든 경험에서 가능한 것의 한계에 도전합니다.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance