Onsite: This position requires an employee to be on-site on a full-time basis.
The Role
As an Associate Controls Technologist with General Motors, you will be embarking on an exciting and dynamic career in Automation and Manufacturing Engineering. This is a developmental role that will utilize formal training along with direct hands-on experience to create highly effective controls engineers. You will have a chance to work with and learn from a world class controls team, within a framework that promotes career growth.
Upon completion of the controls training program, you will be able to work independently in supporting new product launches and providing controls and automation support to GM production facilities.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities)
Learn and develop working knowledge of the GM Common Controls Architecture, including PLC, HMI, Drive Controllers, industrial robotics, machine vision, and communication software
Learn and develop troubleshooting skills for electrical hardware and software problems in manufacturing operations
Learn how to read, interpret, and modify electrical drawings and circuits
Learn and support GM Safety Policies and Specifications
Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications)
Enthusiasm to learn a critical skill and new technologies
Strong interest in the STEM fields, with aptitude in Math and Sciences
Comfortable working with computers, including Microsoft Office Suite
Excited to work in groups and cross-functional teams
Must be willing to work weekends and off-shifts
Travel to suppliers and plants will be required
High School Diploma/GED
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
Post High School Education or Technical Training in a STEM area
Exposure or Experience working with robotics
Exposure or Experience with automation systems
Experience working in a manufacturing environment
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