Sr. Controls Engineer

**Job Description**:
What you will do?
- You will analyze and implement product or machinery designs for the best method for manufacturing processes
- You will propose and evaluate the processes for equipment in assigned area
- Direct the design, development, and/or improvement of manufacturing processes for assigned area
- You will keep regular contact with partners outside the work group
- You will provide direction to small group of technical employees
- You may evaluate or monitor expenditures for processes and/or equipment
- The GPS ME Controls Engineer shall provide strong support throughout the different phases of the GM New & Major projects, these include: Statement of Requirements, Technical Review of Proposals, Design and Build Review, Machine Runoff, Installation at GM Site, Debug and Startup, Ramp-up support.
- The Controls Engineer follows the lead of the GPS Manufacturing Engineer.

Along with the GPS ME, the Controls Engineer is responsible for the timely delivery of the OEM Machinery & Equipment and for ensuring a Flawless Launch. Also, that the M&E fulfill GM’s safety and productivity requirements.
- The 7 level Sr. Controls Engineer differentiates from the 6 level Controls Engineer for any or both of the following: a) functional/technical skills, b) leadership and managerial skills.
- The 7 level Sr. Controls Lead is usually responsible for one whole GPS manufacturing plant (e.g. Engine, Transmission, Foundry and Battery).

**Additional Job Description**:
**Required Qualifications**:

- **Knowledge**:Controls & Automation, Electrical/Electronics, Information Systems and Networks, Robotics, Vision and Laser Systems, Fluid Power, Safety Norms and Regulations, etc.
- **Skills**:Programming of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Computerized Numerical Controls (CNC), Robots and other machine control devices and systems.
- **Experience/Education**:Bachelor’s Degree on Mechatronics, Robotics, Electrical/Electronic Sciences, Information Systems, or other related areas.
- **Recommended previous GM jobs**:Maintenance, Manufacturing Engineering.

**Other Competences**:
1. Functional/Technical Skills

2. Problem Solving

3. Dealing with ambiguity

4. Drive for Results

5. Building Effective Teams

6. Advanced English Level Required.

7. Available to change shifts.

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**Diversity Information**:
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