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Work Scope

• Support required for:
• PLC programming/support
• GCCH
• GCCS
• LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) knowledge required
• Candidate should be familiar with GM standards and certification requirements

Schedule

• GM has requested 24-hour support coverage through the end of the year.
  ON-site at GM Lake Ori8on, no additional per diem or mileage. It is down the street from Client. 
• Candidates must be flexible for:
• Day or night shift
• Up to 7 days per week
• Up to 12-hour shifts
  
  
  In this role, you will serve as a technical leader responsible for the design, development, implementation, commissioning, and optimization of advanced automation systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of advanced control system designs, including robotics, vision systems, PLCs, HMIs, SCADA applications, motion control systems, and higher-level programming solutions.
• Design, program, validate, and commission safety systems to ensure compliance with applicable customer and industry safety standards.
• Configure and support industrial networks, distributed I/O, drives, motion control systems, and safety devices.
• Lead technical execution throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring successful delivery with respect to cost, quality, schedule, and customer satisfaction.
• Identify opportunities for design, process, and workflow improvements to increase efficiency and system performance.
• Troubleshoot robotic systems, PLC programs, electrical control systems, motion control equipment, transfer systems, and associated peripheral devices.
• Perform machine startup, power-up, commissioning, debugging, and controls programming activities.
• Ensure equipment designs and software solutions meet customer specifications, industry standards, and internal engineering best practices.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, electrical, robotics, manufacturing, and project management personnel.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to developing engineers and technical team members.
• Lead multiple projects simultaneously and effectively manage competing technical priorities.
• Assist with project budgeting, forecasting, and cost management.
• Participate in project estimation, quoting, and scope development activities to support new business opportunities.

What You'll Bring

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field preferred.
• Associate Degree with relevant industry experience will also be considered.

Experience

• 7–10 years of experience in controls engineering within industrial automation, manufacturing, or automotive environments.
• Proven experience developing, programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting automated manufacturing systems.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with Rockwell Automation PLC platforms, including ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and GuardLogix.
• Demonstrated experience developing and commissioning Rockwell Safety PLC applications, including safety interlocks, safety devices, and machine safety validation.
• Proven ability to lead large-scale projects and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong leadership and mentoring experience within engineering teams.
• Automotive manufacturing experience preferred.
• Familiarity with GM GCCS and Ford GVOSS systems is a plus.
• Strong customer-facing communication and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of Siemens automation platforms, including TIA Portal, STEP 7, S7-1200, S7-1500, WinCC, Profinet networks, and Siemens Safety Integrated systems, is a plus.
• Experience with Siemens PLC programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting is desirable but not required.

Technical Skills

Controls & Automation

• Rockwell Automation ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and GuardLogix PLCs
• Studio 5000 Logix Designer
• FactoryTalk View SE and ME
• PLC Programming and Troubleshooting
• HMI Development
• Motion Control Systems
• Servo Drives and VFD Integration
• Industrial Networking and Communications
• EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, and CIP Safety Networks

Machine Safety

• GuardLogix Safety PLC Programming
• Safety Task Development and Validation
• Safety I/O Configuration
• CIP Safety Network Implementation
• Safety Relay Integration
• Machine Safety Validation and Commissioning
• Risk Assessment Support
• Emergency Stop Systems
• Light Curtains
• Safety Scanners
• Gate Switches and Safety Interlock Systems
• Troubleshooting Safety-Rated Control Systems

Travel Requirements

• Ability to be on site at GM Lake Orion for the duration of the assignment.