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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.\nWork Arrangement: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the office four times per week or other frequency dictated by the business.\nThe Role\nThis position is based at GM Technical Centre India - Bengaluru, where our teams focus on manufacturing engineering in Automation. We specialize in designing, developing and operationalizing complex integrated production systems to deliver cost-effective solutions with highest standards of quality.\nAutomation work categorize into 2 types, Execution & Development. \nDuring Execution role, The Controls engineer will be primarily responsible for execution of all Controls related projects in various capacities at GM plants across the Globe with respect to Safety, Delivery, Quality, Cost and Performance. In this position the Engineer will perform offline designs and online execution on various new or existing product programs across our portfolio. The incumbent will need to possess a broad technical knowledge, combined with creative and independent thinking and conceptual ability.\nDuring Developmental role, the Controls Engineer will be responsible to work along with Regional & Global team/SMEs to develop & maintain engineering standards work related to Hardware/Software templates, e-tools, etc. \nThis position will be based out of GM Technical Center India in Bangalore and involves travel opportunities across different regions for project execution.\nWhat You'll Do\nSupervise and control projects including project scope, issues, risks and schedule. Handle issues to closure. Communicate project status and ensures all internal customers are aware of progress through project meetings, status reports and reviews.\n\nParticipate in Investment studies, preliminary design discussions for any new or expansion projects.\n\nResponsible for inhouse engineering on Hardware designs, software designs, Emulation, Integration & Commissioning at site.\n\nIf its Turnkey project, Guide & approve Hardware/ Software designs done by contractors for various project in the region. Conduct offline testing & Buyoff at supplier’s site.\n\nImplement GM Global tools for design of hardware & software to ensure minimum debug on site. Train suppliers and Engineers of other GM units.\n\nValidate designs and provide feedback to Global Centre w.r.t GM standards.\n\nResponsible for deploying GM Global standards across all projects.\n\nResponsible for training and Integrating Suppliers to enforce to GM standards.\n\nResponsible for performing Root cause analysis.\n\nPrepare & Share lessons learnt for the projects completed.\n\nCoordinate project timing schedule, design deliverables and safety aspects with team. Jointly conduct test runs for equipment at site as per process.\n\nCoordination with other units of GM (worldwide) for Global projects.\n\nDevelop & Maintain components in Emulate 3D (Electrical & Mechanical)\n\nDevelop Electrical & Mechanical models using Emulate 3D\n\nThorough knowledge of Plant Floor System related to Automation.\n\nYour Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)\nMasters/ bachelor's degree in electrical engineering / Electronics Engineering / Instrumentation Engineering.\n\n10+ years' experience in any Automotive companies or Software Companies with Automation background.\n\nIn depth knowledge of control systems and/or control systems in automotive assembly plants\n\nKnowledge on PLC, HMI, Drives, Networks along with strong programming skills preferably Rockwell PLC.\n\nProject management and site execution skills.\n\nThorough knowledge of Rockwell PLC software, Siemens HMI software as well as interfaces to other controls systems\n\nKnowledge of Emulation softwares like Emulate 3D, etc\n\nKnowledge of Machine Vision hardwares/softwares (Matrox)\n\nThorough knowledge of PLC hardware and software design and engineering\n\nKnowledge of design for health and safety will be helpful\n\nKnowledge on equipment selection, cost estimation, material procurement is an advantage\n\nShould be able to read Electrical/mechanical drawings, layout and have design capabilities.\n\nAcquaintance with Eplan for hardware design and experience on Siemens HMI will be an added advantage.\n\nAbility to understand legacy equipment & propose solutions in case of upgradation.\n\nKnowledge of interface to upper level systems.\n\nBasic Knowledge on programming skills such as XML, C#, J Script, VBA, Python etc..\n\nKnowledge on Robot Programming and troubleshooting, preferably FANUC Robots\n\nKnowledge on Robotic applications like spot-welding, arc-welding, dispensing, roller hemming etc.\n\nAcquaintance with Robot simulation studies and experience on Robot simulation software will be an added advantage.\n\nRobot interface with other equipment (PLC, Line Controller, Other Machines etc). Experience in large BIW projects. Ability to understand electrical and electronic requirements for mechanical equipment’s.\n\nWhat Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)\nGood communication and interpersonal skills.\n\nQuick Learning & functional expertise.\n\nProject management and site execution skills\n\nAbility to work with intercultural, multi-disciplinary & remote teams to achieve functional goals.\n\nAbility to organize, plan, prioritize and execute projects with a keen attention to details.\n\nWillingness to travel across regions for executing projects.\n\nIn-House Hardware and Software controls experience is preferred\n\nAbout GM\nOur 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.\nWhy Join Us\nWe believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.\nNon-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities\nGeneral Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.\nWe encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visitHow we Hire.\nAccommodations\nGeneral Motors 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 or call us at 1-800-865-7580. 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