Automation Controls Engineer- Entry Level

General Motors Australia & New Zealand

Lansing, MI, USA
Onsite
Troubleshoot plcs, hmis, drives, robotics
Read electrical drawings and schematics
Support manufacturing operations
This entry-level role supports industrial automation and control systems in General Motors manufacturing facilities

Job Summary

  • This entry-level role supports industrial automation and control systems in General Motors manufacturing facilities.
  • You will learn to troubleshoot, maintain, and improve PLCs, HMIs, drives, robotics, and related controls hardware.
  • The role is part of a development program focused on building a long-term pipeline of Controls Engineers with access to structured training and mentorship.

Matching Summary

This entry-level role supports industrial automation and control systems in General Motors manufacturing facilities.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, drives, robotics
  • Read electrical drawings and schematics
  • Support manufacturing operations
  • Work closely with maintenance and operations

Nice-to-have

  • Develop foundational controls engineering skills
  • Drive meaningful change
  • Foster inclusion and belonging

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
  • Associate degree in related technology field
  • Vocational or technical certificate in industrial electricity
  • Co-op, internship, or project experience preferred
  • On-site role
  • Requires travel 25-50%

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