2025 Summer Co-op - Controls Systems Engineer

at  General Motors

ABOUT GM:

At General Motors we pride ourselves on designing, building and selling the world’s best vehicles. We are seeking a new generation of visionaries to help launch bold engineering and business initiatives, and shape new directions for General Motors. As an intern or co-op student through our EXCEL (Exploring Careers through Experiential Learning) Program you will gain hands-on career specific experiences to maximize your real world potential.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Electrical, Computer, or Mechatronic engineering degree student – 3rd or 4th year preferred

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of computer software as pertaining to CCR engineering activities
• GM standard controls certification training completion (ex., CCS1, CCH1, etc.)
• Previous experience working in a unionized manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with GM Workplace Safety System (WSS) imperatives as pertaining to CCR activities (ex., Management of Change (MOC), gComply, Hazardous Energy Control (HEC), Request to Unlock Safety Task (RUST), etc.)
• Robotic Engineering Proficiency obtained through certified OEM training programs (FANUC) as well as hands-on experience with robotic automation integration through job shops and/or assembly plants
• Fanuc Robotics (ex., GM Global 3 and Global 4 platform)
• Vision Systems (ex., Sick, Matrox, Fanuc, Keyence)
• Dispense Tool/Paint Tool Programming/Weld Spot Tool
• SCA Schucker Sealer systems
• Laser Welding Applications
• Weld Controls (ex., Medar, WTC, SQ D)
• Siemens HMI’s

THE ROLE:

The Controls Systems Engineer is an Individual contributor with recognized expertise responsible for tasks and work you’re doing throughout the entire vehicle development lifecycle including requirements definition, systems design and implementation, testing, and problem resolution.
The successful candidate works within the Manufacturing Engineering (ME) organization to provide ongoing Conveyor / Controls / Robotics Engineering support to any / all of the major Production areas (Stamping, Body, Paint, General Assembly). You will be responsible to conceive of and manage technical projects of varying scale and complexity, implement equipment / process changes, assist maintenance with troubleshooting problems, operate in compliance with all applicable safety regulations and standards as prescribed by the Province of Ontario and GM, operate in compliance with the GMCC / Unifor collective agreement, and document / communicate changes. Working independently and/or within a team, you will need to stay abreast of project timelines and execute work dynamically. This position will require the ability to work overtime and irregular hours, as required, to meet the demands of the job.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Daily support of production operations with focus on personnel and equipment safety, process quality and uptime with core focus on automation and controls
• Provide technical/engineering support to assist production and maintenance with troubleshooting equipment/process failures and with identifying effective follow-up countermeasures
• Machinery / equipment Controls Management to ensure compliance with GM Safety and Controls standards (i.e. Robotic, Welding, Sealing, Material Handling)
• Machinery / equipment modifications and continuous improvement to support area Efficiency Improvement Processes (TIP), including ongoing assurance of TIP model prediction accuracy
• Maintenance / Production Guidance (technical troubleshooting and direction, safety counsel)
• Downtime Planning activities, as required
• Launch activities, as required
• Ensure proper documentation excellence (drawings, manuals, PM schedules etc.). Information is kept current and properly maintained for all equipment in assigned area, ensure spare parts availability, and collaborate to develop maintenance standard operating procedures (SOPs)