Controls Engineer II

Controls Engineer (For Formation and FA)

Ultium Cells, LLC. is a joint venture Lithium‑ion battery cell manufacturing plant between LG Energy Solution, Ltd., and General Motors. This high‑technology plant will have the latest in battery cell manufacturing technology.

Ultium Cells’ partners include LG Energy Solution, Ltd.; the world’s largest manufacturer of automotive battery cells, and General Motors; a global company committed to delivering safer, better and more sustainable ways for people to get around.

This position will be part of a technical team responsible for engineering work that includes continuous improvement, investigating and troubleshooting equipment, manufacturing and facility problems, analyzing production results, implementing and improving manufacturing methods and processes, and ensuring high yield and productivity in a highly automated manufacturing environment. The engineer will also interact with internal and external customers and vendors to resolve urgent and complex problems and provide support for all in‑plant production as required.

Position requires some on‑call support.

• The Control Engineering team is a key partner in the organization responsible for the Formation/FA process technology.
• The engineer will be trained and developed in PLC programming to program the automation and controls systems of various manufacturers (Italy, Japan, Korea).
• Create, monitor and modify logic for program design, simulation and testing, start‑up, and troubleshooting.
• Manipulate these items using Siemens PLC programming: motion control with servo motor and robot.
• Integrate and implement various systems such as Bar Code & RFID Reading, Robot, Ultrasonic Welding, Vision, Weigh Scale, Gas Sampling, etc.
• Machine cleaning responsibilities.
• Additional duties as assigned.

• Bachelor of Science or Associate’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Automation (or related) required.
• 0 to 3 years of industrial controls experience – experience working in a manufacturing or automotive engineering environment through an internship, co‑op, entry level job role, or similar is preferred.
• Exposure to controls and electrical systems design, automation, mechanical assemblies, and manufacturing assembly equipment.
• Proactive, resourceful, and highly motivated with good communication skills.
• Exposure or education in battery systems or processes is a plus but not required.
• Bilingual Korean/English preferred.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Promote workplace safety.

We offer market‑competitive compensation including base pay and incentive compensation opportunities based on the achievement of company goals. We offer employees paid time off to refresh and recharge. Our total rewards program is designed to enrich your life at work and includes the following benefits:

• 100% employer‑paid medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous holiday schedule.
• Tuition assistance for continuing education.
• Vehicle discount program on General Motors branded vehicles.
• Communication stipend for personal cell phone.

We extend equal employment 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 or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic disposition or any other reason protected by law. Ultium Cells will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States.

This is not a position for which visa‑sponsorship will be provided. Individuals who need sponsorship for work authorization, now or in the future, are not eligible for hire for this role.

Employee may be exposed to or working with hazardous materials and/or hazardous waste. Upon hire, employee will receive initial environmental training over RCRA, SWPPP, SPCC, and emergency escalation. Annual refresher training will be completed each year to fulfill the requirements of 40 CFR. Other training to be provided as required.