Job Description
On-Site: This position requires an employee to be on-site on a full-time basis at the St. Catharines GPS Location.
The Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for the execution/develop of manufacturing controls. Work will be performed in a centralized manufacturing engineering activity or assembly/plant activity where a considerable amount of creativity and initiative is exercised as well as a high level of independent judgment.
What You Will Do (Responsibilities)
Self-motivated individual able to work with team and independently with minimal guidance.
Procure/launch new and major programs for controls engineering
Support launch activities at Plant
Diagnose and correct deficiencies in manufacturing processes
Stay abreast of new controls technology including robotics computer graphics and computer controls (CNC PLC PC HMI networks)
Support deployment of new technology to minimize risks
Perform simultaneous engineering activities with ME and equipment supplier representatives
Support the development of ME error proofing plans
Participate in safety g-Risk activities with cross functional group
Support approval controls drawings and conducts controls run-offs at OEM site
Solve / assist manufacturing operational controls problems as required
Support deployment of best common systems and methods as defined in the Global Controls Bill of Process
Your Skills And Abilities (Required Qualifications)
5 years of controls experience
Successfully obtained a Bachelors degree in Engineering or relevant equivalent experience
Technical knowledge and ability in process engineering disciplines
Experience with Rockwell Automation or Siemens PLC and HMIs
Demonstrates initiative by reaching beyond work assigned to improve output and/or help others.
Mentor Jr. engineers
Proven ability in project management skills
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
What Can Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
GM Global Common Controls Architecture
Rockwell PLCs
Fanuc Robot Programming experience
CNC experience Siemens Sinumerik 840D & One
Cognex and Matrox Vision System Programming experience
Understanding of Engine Manufacturing Processes: Cranks Heads Blocks Engine Assembly
Benefits:
The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits in addition to many others:
Paid time off including vacation days holidays and supplemental benefits for pregnancy parental and adoption leave.
Healthcare dental and vision benefits including health care spending account and wellness incentive.
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.
RELOCATION IS NOT PROVIDED FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY.
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.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
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