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Senior Execution Controls Engineer - L6 Diesel and Gen V Engines-1
Senior Execution Controls Engineer - L6 Diesel and Gen V Engines-1-November 2024
Flint
Nov 10, 2025
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About Senior Execution Controls Engineer - L6 Diesel and Gen V Engines-1

  Job Description

  On-Site: This position requires an employee to be on-site on a full-time basis.

  The Role

  The Senior Execution Controls Engineer is responsible for Program Execution for Machine Controls and Robotics. Work is 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.

  In this role your responsibilities will be of a technical nature with decisions made within the limits of general practices, policies and standards. Your work will involve complex manufacturing problems including the need to root cause and follow issues to resolve.

  What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

  New program implementation/execution (SOR prep, forecasting, controls/robotics design, equipment build/run-off and buyoff)

  Design, construction, integration, plant installation, successful launch and continuous improvement of equipment and tools required in plants for the production of high-quality parts.

  Manage deliveries to program timing milestones.

  Manage expenditures for processes and/or equipment.

  Provide project report outs to senior management.

  Existing program/site support (troubleshooting, etc.)

  Provide technical direction to less experienced controls engineers.

  Design and troubleshooting of electrical controls systems

  Work may involve development and testing of advanced process technology.

  Identify and document system vulnerabilities and craft mitigation action plans; track corrective actions.

  Travel as required.

  Work may require off shift support.

  Additional Job Description

  Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

  5+ years of experience as a controls/robotics engineer

  Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or equivalent experience/training

  Strong technical knowledge of electrical/control systems and the ability to apply these concepts within a manufacturing environment.

  Demonstrated basic understanding of mechanical concepts involving machine designs, process requirements involved in the manufacturing process.

  Experience in PLC and HMI programming as well as network communication.

  Experience with CNC machines and Powertrain processes.

  Knowledge of servo motors, motion control and drives.

  Experience in Fanuc robot's setup and programming.

  Problem solving, analytical, interpersonal and communications skills required.

  Ability to design and trouble shoot electrical controls systems.

  Proven ability in project management skills

  Multiple different manufacturing controls and/or robotics assignments with successful individual achievements

  Ability to use computer, interpret blueprints, engineering drawings and learn new systems.

  Demonstrated understanding of plant floor work

  Knowledge of GM Standards for hardware and software (GCCH & GCCS).

  CNC experience.

  Understanding of GMS and 4 walls within the site or program

  Prior work experience as controls engineer in the automotive and/or Powertrain field

  Cognex and Matrox Vision System Programming experience

  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 others:

  • Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;

  • Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;

  • Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;

  • Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;

  • Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;

  • Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

  Diversity Information

  General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

  We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

  Equal Employment Opportunity Statements

  GM is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. GM is committed to providing a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and advancing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, all practices and decisions relating to terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment are made without regard to an individual's protected characteristics. For purposes of this policy, “protected characteristics" include an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, weight, height, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at [email protected] or call us at 800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.​

  We are leading the change to make our world better, safer and more equitable for all through our actions and how we behave. Learn more about:

  Our Company (https://search-careers.gm.com/en/working-at-gm/)

  Our Culture

  How we hire​​​​​​​ (https://search-careers.gm.com/en/how-we-hire/)

  Our diverse team of employees bring their collective passion for engineering, technology and design to deliver on our vision of a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion. We are looking for adventure-seekers and imaginative thought leaders to help us transform mobility.

  Explore our global location s

  The policy of General Motors is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Additionally, General Motors is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at [email protected] .In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

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