Automation Industrial Engineer

Senior Industrial Engineer

Location:

Lake Orion, MI

Employment type:

Contract (1-year contract with probable extensions or ability to go direct)

Pay Rate: $40 - $50 per hour

We are seeking a Senior Industrial Engineer with a strong background in industrial controls and automation integration to join the Autonomous Robotics Center’s Center of Excellence (CoE). This role focuses on validating and standardizing controls strategies for automated material handling technologies across GM manufacturing sites. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in controls engineering, cross-functional collaboration, and a passion for continuous improvement.

• Lead validation and integration of controls systems for automated material handling technologies across manufacturing sites.
• Collaborate with engineering teams, equipment suppliers, and plant personnel to troubleshoot and resolve controls-related issues during installation, commissioning, and launch.
• Develop and maintain standard controls architectures, PLC logic templates, and interface specifications.
• Participate in equipment design reviews and risk assessments to ensure compliance with safety and electrical standards.
• Support system debug and issue resolution during equipment installation and ramp-up phases.
• Contribute to documentation efforts including system schematics, operating procedures, and training materials.
• Review simulation assumptions and system behavior to ensure accurate controls representation.
• Analyze performance data to identify opportunities for improving system reliability and uptime.
• Coordinate with IT teams on network integration and system connectivity.
• Follow standardized processes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in industrial controls engineering within a manufacturing or related environment.
• Proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Rockwell, Siemens), HMI development, and networked control systems.
• Experience integrating automation systems such as AMRs, AGVs, conveyors, and related technologies.
• Strong understanding of material flow and lean manufacturing principles.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

• Experience with robot programming (e.g., Fanuc), machine vision systems, or laser marking technologies.
• Familiarity with digital twin modeling, simulation tools, or virtual commissioning.
• Proficiency in electrical design tools such as AutoCAD or ePLAN.
• Experience contributing to enterprise standards or Center of Excellence initiatives.
• Ability to support launch activities and production ramp-up planning.

Mid-Senior level

Contract

1 year with potential extensions or direct hire opportunity.