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Job Title


Controls Engineer


Company : General Motors


Location : Oshawa, Ontario


Created : 2026-04-26


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

The Role We are currently looking for you to take on the role of Controls Engineer based out of our Oshawa Assembly plant. The Controls Systems Engineer is an individual contributor with recognized expertise responsible for tasks throughout the entire vehicle development lifecycle, including requirements definition, systems design and implementation, testing, and problem resolution. On-site: This position requires an employee to be on-site on a full-time basis at the Oshawa Assembly location. What Youll Do (Responsibilities) Develop a proactive safety culture by engaging team members and peers in our safety processes. Understand and effectively use the Global Manufacturing System. Provide daily support of production operations with a focus on personnel and equipment safety, process quality, and uptime, emphasizing automation and controls. Provide technical/engineering support to assist production and maintenance with troubleshooting equipment/process failures and identifying effective follow-up countermeasures. Identify and execute projects to support the achievement of departmental business objectives and continuous improvement of safety, quality, cost, and reliability. Review equipment operation and reliability, developing tracking methods where applicable. Identify and execute special projects for process and quality improvements, equipment refurbishment, line rate increases, and future programs. Ensure new and existing equipment meets operational requirements and appropriate standards. Ensure proper documentation (drawings, manuals, PM schedules, etc.) is available and properly maintained for all equipment in the assigned area, ensure spare parts availability, and develop maintenance standard operating procedures (SOPs). Maintain current knowledge in fields of expertise. Update management on current status and emerging trends in areas of expertise, including equipment standards, legislative requirements, GM requirements, etc. Identify technical training and knowledge transfer opportunities with other Controls Engineers, interns, and maintenance associates. Design and manage key strategic interfaces within systems to enable component reuse and consistency to standard methodologies. Provide support to other specialists for root cause analysis. Design tests to efficiently find opportunities for design improvements. Identify and document system vulnerabilities and craft mitigation action plans; track corrective actions. Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications) Successfully obtained a Bachelors Degree in Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering, College Diploma or equivalent in a related technical field, preferably with a minimum of 3 years of experience in automation controls. Experience troubleshooting robotics/controls systems, preferably Fanuc Robotics, Paint Robots, Welding Robots, Material Handling Robots, Control Logix PLCs and plant application controls and automation. Strong technical aptitude working with industrial electrical system regulations, design, and maintenance, particularly automation and control systems. Intermediate or advanced Control Logix PLC programming ability. Familiarity with Variable Frequency Drives and HMIs. General knowledge of Automotive Assembly application and operations. Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with the ability to resolve complex issues. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, AutoCAD, Maximo, Rockwell and other technical software. Ability to work on rotational shifts, including midnights as required. What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications) All required Safety Training under GWSS. All required Global Manufacturing System (GMS) Training. Experience working in a unionized manufacturing operation. Knowledge of GM Global Controls Standards GCCH1, GCCS2, GRS Certified. A3 Vision Certified Professional. Compensation The salary range for this role is $81,300.00 to $122,000.00. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position. Benefits Overview Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave. Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits. Life insurance plans to cover you and your family. Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement. GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family and friends. This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate. GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. #J-18808-Ljbffr