Controls Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Description

• Develop, validate & standardize controls devices data parsing PLC logic, own and update auto PLC logic generation tool.

• Develop PLC logic (Rockwell, Siemens, Fanuc) using programming languages (Python/C++/etc.)

• Ensure compliance to GM common controls hardware and software strategies for newly developed DLA controls solutions

• Ensure compliance to GM plant floor systems, networking and cyber security requirements

• Collaborate with DLA core team, business, IT, Automation and analytics community to capture, prioritize, plan

• Support GCCS & GCCH Controls, Networks and IT architects in development and testing of necessary controls software and inclusion of DLA logic in core PLC templates

• Create & maintain necessary training documents, standardized work sheets

• Understand latest industry trends and explore possibilities of using advance analytics tools

• Understand observations from manufacturing plants and propose improvement solutions & provide feedback

• Plan and support training and guidance to controls execution, strategic suppliers and plant teams as needed

• Travel to GM mfg facilities on need basis for pilots, tests, trainings, upgrades etc.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Detroit, MI.

The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $43.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Detroit,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on May 19, 2026.

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