Controls Engineer (Temporary)

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Position Summary: Responsible for planning, executing, and documenting industrial control system upgrade projects, ensuring operational continuity and technological improvement. Key Highlights: 1. Lead industrial control system upgrade projects. 2. Extensive experience in migrating legacy systems (PLC, HMI). 3. Knowledge of robot, PLC, and HMI programming. **Job Description** **Temporary position with a duration of 12 months** **Position Objective:** Responsible for planning, executing, and documenting industrial control system upgrade projects—including obsolete software and hardware—to ensure operational continuity, technological improvement, and compliance with safety and quality standards. **Key Responsibilities:** * Assess the current status of control systems (PLC, HMI, industrial networks, etc.) and identify obsolescence. * Design and implement technology migration plans for obsolete software and hardware. * Coordinate with vendors and internal teams for procurement and installation of new components. • Conduct validation testing and commissioning of upgraded systems. • Document implemented changes and train operations and maintenance personnel. * Ensure compliance with local and international regulations. * Participate in internal and external audits related to automation and control. **Position Requirements:** * Availability to work rotating shifts under the 4x3 schedule. Academic Qualifications: * Degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, Control Engineering, or related field—or equivalent relevant experience. Experience: * Minimum 3 years in similar roles within industrial environments. * Demonstrable experience in migrating legacy systems (PLC, HMI, industrial networks). * Familiarity with platforms such as Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Fanuc. Technical Knowledge: * Robot, PLC, and HMI programming. * Industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Profinet, DeviceNet). * Communication protocols. * Electrical and functional safety standards. * Experience with Fanuc robots. * Knowledge of electrical schematics and ability to troubleshoot electrical issues. Skills: * Project management. * Collaboration within multidisciplinary teams. * Effective communication with production and maintenance departments. * Ability to analyze and resolve complex technical problems. * Intermediate-to-advanced technical English. Desirable: * Certifications in automation (e.g., TIA Portal, RSLogix, STEP 7). If you require a reasonable accommodation to proceed with your application process, please inform your recruiter. Please remember to attach your CV when applying to this position. General Motors is committed to being not only a workplace free from unlawful discrimination but also an environment that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We respect and value the contribution each person brings to our team—including their origin, education, gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, religious background, age, generation, and disability. We believe our ability to meet the needs and expectations of an increasingly diverse and global customer base is closely linked to the diversity and inclusion we embody at General Motors. \&\#xa;\&\#xa;\&\#xa;\&\#xa; **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 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. **Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities** General 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. We 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, visit **How we Hire** . **Accommodations** General 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. 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.