Automation Controls Engineer- Entry Level

General Motors Australia & New Zealand

Lansing, Michigan, USA
Onsite
Plc troubleshooting and maintenance
Hmi development and support
Robotics integration and troubleshooting
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 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

  • PLC troubleshooting and maintenance
  • HMI development and support
  • Robotics integration and troubleshooting
  • Electrical controls hardware
  • Read electrical drawings and schematics

Nice-to-have

  • Continuous improvement initiatives
  • Collaboration with maintenance teams
  • Adaptability to off-shift work
  • Problem-solving in high-volume plants

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
  • Associate degree in technical field with relevant experience
  • Vocational certificate with 1+ years of related experience
  • No prior full-time experience required for Bachelor's degree holders
  • Co-op, internship, or project experience preferred

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