Launch Controls Engineer

Job Description

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE.  DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

Onsite - This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Flint, Michigan, on a full-time basis.

The Role

As a Launch Controls Engineer, you will play a vital role in implementing robust machining controls processes. You will be responsible for writing and troubleshooting machine logic, qualifying OEM equipment, and working closely with OEM equipment vendors, GM IT, various engineering disciplines, and management throughout the build and install phases.

Your expertise will contribute to the continuous improvement of both machinery and processes, utilizing agile methodologies. This inclusive and empowering environment fosters team collaboration, encourages transparency, and facilitates fast cycles of learning.

What You'll Do

• Provide daily support of launch operations with a strong emphasis on personnel and equipment safety, process quality, and uptime, while prioritizing automation and controls.

• Offer technical and engineering support to assist production and maintenance in troubleshooting equipment and process failures, and collaborate with skilled trades personnel as needed.

• Identify and execute projects that align with departmental business objectives and drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, cost, and reliability.

• Ensure that new and existing equipment meets operational requirements and adheres to appropriate standards, including GM Safety and Controls standards.

• Provide guidance to maintenance and production teams, offering technical troubleshooting, direction, and safety counsel.

• Ensure that proper documentation, such as drawings and manuals, is available and well-maintained for all equipment in the assigned area.

• Collaborate with others to develop maintenance standard operating procedures (SOPs) and task instruction sheets (TIS).

• Identify opportunities for technical training and knowledge transfer among Controls Engineers and Maintenance Teams.

• Keep management informed of the current status and emerging trends in areas of expertise, including equipment standards, legislative requirements, and GM Requirements.

Additional Job Description

Your Skills & Abilities ​​

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline or equivalent experience, with a minimum of 1-2 years of controls engineering experience.

• Flexibility to work daily overtime and weekends as scheduled, and the potential for off-shift work when required.

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge​

• Demonstrated experience developing / troubleshooting controls logic for CNC, ancillary, leak test, plug install, and wash equipment.

• Experience with Rockwell Automation or Siemens PLCs and HMIs.

• Familiar with Fanuc Robot programming.

• Cognex or Matrox Vision System Programming.

• Strong knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and various machining processes.

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us 

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many othe