
Controls Engineer
General Motors · Parma, OH
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Controls
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Industry
- Automotive
- Posted
- Today
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level controls role at General Motors (automotive) in Parma, OH. Analyze, troubleshoot, and diagnose electrical problems in manufacturing operation.
- They ask for
- 3+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- PLC, Robotics, CNC
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Controls Engineer roles in Ohio: typical posted base $100k–$148k.
Median of the low and high ends of 5 live postings that list pay, out of 25 controls engineer openings in Ohio, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Ohio plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 24 other live controls postings in Ohio.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (3+ vs 5+)
Typical $100k–$148k, from 5 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ PLC 76%
- Automation 76%
- ✓ Robotics 68%
- Root cause 36%
- Team leadership 36%
- Lean 28%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for CNC, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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What You'll Do (Responsibilities)
- ◆Analyze, troubleshoot, and diagnose electrical problems in manufacturing operation.
- ◆Design and modify electrical control circuits and programs
- ◆Perform a wide range of engineering tasks on robotic systems using engineering software and hardware.
- ◆Lead technical problem solving / work with cross functional team to drive continuous improvement in our manufacturing process.
- ◆Troubleshoot Industrial Vision Systems (Keyence, PhotoNeo, Matrox…)
- ◆Support existing production through support troubleshooting, diagnosis of equipment malfunctions, etc.
- ◆Support the TIP (Throughput Improvement process) & Continuous Improvement initiatives
- ◆Implement new technology as required to improve our manufacturing processes.
- ◆Make contributions to the resolution of complex manufacturing problems
- ◆Support and/or train skilled electricians
- ◆Maintain electrical equipment
- ◆Oversee project installations by contractors and plant electricians
- ◆Develop and plan electrical projects
- ◆Collaborate with individuals at all organizational levels in a team environment, while managing multiple complex projects and assignments
- ◆Work with a high degree of autonomy and accountability for results.
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
- ✓Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related field, or equivalent technical experience
- ✓3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
- ✓3+ years of Industrial Control System experience
- ✓Proficient in PLC and HMI Programming
- ✓Troubleshooting of Servo, and VFD Systems
- ✓Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills used to build effective relationships with team members and stakeholders
- ✓This is a 2nd shift role - Must be willing to work off shifts and overtime as needed.
What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
- ✓Troubleshooting of Robotics
- ✓Knowledge of CNC code
- ✓Exposure to Siemens, Allen-Bradley Rockwell, and Fanuc PLC
- ✓Knowledge of Industrial Vision Systems (Keyence, PhotoNeo, Matrox…)
- ✓Experience with Safety PLC
- ✓Knowledge of GM Global Common Controls Architecture
- ✓Knowledge of high voltage power distribution
- ✓Strong work ethic as a self-starter
- ✓Taking responsibility to follow through on assignments, proactively seeking opportunities to improve outcomes and support others beyond assigned tasks.
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