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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. The successful candidate works within the Manufacturing Engineering (ME) organization to provide ongoing Conveyor / Controls / Robotics Engineering support to any / all of the major Production areas (Stamping, Body, Paint, General Assembly). You will be responsible to conceive of and manage technical projects of varying scale and complexity, implement equipment / process changes, assist maintenance with troubleshooting problems, operate in compliance with all applicable safety regulations and standards as prescribed by the Province of Ontario and GM, operate in compliance with the GMCC / Unifor collective agreement, and document / communicate changes. Working independently and/or within a team, you will need to stay abreast of project timelines and execute work dynamically. This position will require the ability to work overtime and irregular hours, as required, to meet the demands of the job.
Job Responsibility:
Daily support of production operations with focus on personnel and equipment safety, process quality and uptime with core 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 countermeasures
Machinery / equipment Controls Management to ensure compliance with GM Safety and Controls standards (i.e. Robotic, Welding, Sealing, Material Handling)
Machinery / equipment modifications and continuous improvement to support area Efficiency Improvement Processes (TIP), including ongoing assurance of TIP model prediction accuracy
Maintenance / Production Guidance (technical troubleshooting and direction, safety counsel)
Downtime Planning activities, as required
Launch activities, as required
Ensure proper documentation excellence (drawings, manuals, PM schedules etc.). Information is kept current and properly maintained for all equipment in assigned area, ensure spare parts availability, and collaborate to develop maintenance standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Requirements:
Bachelors degree (3rd or 4th year) in Electrical, Computer, or Mechatronics engineering degree
Eligible to work full-time (40 hours per week) in Canada and for 8 or 12 month term consecutive semesters) starting September 2026
Willing to work in a plant environment and flexible hours (shift work, weekends, and overtime to meet business needs)
Nice to have:
Knowledge of computer software as pertaining to CCR engineering activities
Strong controls systems technical aptitude obtained either through an
High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others
Strong work ethic (self-starter, responsible, follow through on assignments)
Demonstrate professional interpersonal styles and communication methods to work optimally with business partners to meet mutual goals required
Understanding of manufacturing and tooling processes
Comfortable with technology tools (PCs, Microsoft Office, OEM support software)
Flexibility (work hours, rotating shifts, moving quickly from one assignment to another as priorities change)
Demonstrated knowledge of Robotic Automation, particularly Fanuc
PLC based automation control systems, particularly Rockwell/AB PLCs with RSLogix 500 and 5000
Proficient in other digital literacy: MS Outlook, Excel, Word, Project
Proven Leadership, Interpersonal and Communication skills
Ability to work varying shifts and overtime as required
Proven skills in working with a diverse group
Demonstrated ability to achieve results within a team environment with minimal direction at times
Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical concepts and related controls requirements
Knowledge of the requirements of the Ontario Ministry of Labour (MOL) / Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)
Successful candidates will be required to attest to their vaccination status (or indicating that they do not wish to disclose), and any job offer will be conditional on the candidate providing that attestation
GM standard controls certification training completion (ex., CCS1, CCH1, etc.)
Previous experience working in a unionized manufacturing environment
Familiarity with GM Workplace Safety System (WSS) imperatives as pertaining to CCR activities (ex., Management of Change (MOC), gComply, Hazardous Energy Control (HEC), Request to Unlock Safety Task (RUST), etc.)
Robotic Engineering Proficiency obtained through certified OEM training programs (FANUC) as well as hands-on experience with robotic automation integration through job shops and/or assembly plants
Fanuc Robotics (ex., GM Global 3 and Global 4 platform)
Vision Systems (ex., Sick, Matrox, Fanuc, Keyence)