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Controls Engineer

TEI


Job Location:

Burton, OH - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 14 October 2026 (10 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 11 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

The CCA Maintenance Team is new and evolving offering a unique opportunity to help shape the future of plant automation. As automation expands across the site this role provides hands-on experience with new technologies while supporting legacy systems. It also offers strong professional growth opportunities as future roles and responsibilities continue to develop.

As a Controls Engineer you will lead controls-focused projects provide critical programmable logic controller (PLC) troubleshooting and drive plantwide improvements. You will work closely with skilled trades and cross-functional teams to reduce downtime improve system performance and ensure reliable operation of manufacturing equipment such as conveyors and automated storage systems. This is a highly visible role with direct impact on plant performance and efficiency.

What Youll Do

  • Lead controls-related projects including equipment installation upgrades and improvements

  • Troubleshoot and program programmable logic controllers to support plant operations

  • Support downtime events by identifying root causes and restoring systems quickly

  • Partner with skilled trades to resolve equipment and automation issues

  • Improve performance of conveyors automated storage systems and legacy equipment

  • Develop project plans cost estimates and timelines

  • Track and report project progress and results

  • Identify and implement opportunities to improve system reliability and reduce waste

  • Support preventative maintenance and system optimization efforts

  • Build and improve production monitoring and alert systems for legacy equipment

  • Participate in plant meetings and provide technical input to improve performance

  • Train and guide technical team members on controls systems and troubleshooting

  • Maintain documentation for systems changes and projects

  • Follow and promote safe work practices at all times

  • Provide off-shift and weekend support as needed

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

  • Bachelors degree in Engineeringor4 years of equivalent experience

  • 2 years of experience in controls automation or manufacturing

  • Availability to work on-site five days per week including weekends (minimum two Saturdays per month) and occasional Sundays/holidays as required.

  • Experience programming and troubleshooting Allen-Bradley programmable logic controllers

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams

  • Willingness to provide off-shift and weekend support

  • Ability to work onsite in a manufacturing environment

  • Basic computer documentation and technical writing skills

What Can Give You a Competitive Advantage (Preferred Qualifications)

  • Experience with supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems such as Ignition

  • Knowledge of industrial networking and communication protocols

  • Experience with machine safety systems and standards

  • Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems

  • Strong collaboration and teamwork skills

  • Ability to influence and drive change in a fast-paced environment

  • Initiative to identify and implement improvements

  • Strong accountability and follow-through

  • Clear and effective communication skills

  • Ability to train and support others in technical topics

  • Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on results

GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g. H1-B OPT STEM OPT CPT TN J-1 etc). This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis. This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

About TEI

As a global leader in the design engineering and manufacturing of prototype pre-production and mass production equipment for the casting industryTooling & Equipment InternationalTEI delivers the utmost in quality.

Why Join Us

TEI is committed to customer service and satisfaction. People are our most important assets. Our employees have extensive experience; many have worked for decades within the company and industry. This wealth of experience is reflected within our products and heritage.

Compensation/Benefits

The compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paid in accordance with applicable state laws. The compensation may not be representative for positions located outside of New York Colorado California or Washington.

Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance job level and individual performance0.

TEI offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical dental vision Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Accounts retirement savings plan sickness and accident benefits life insurance paid vacation & holidays tuition assistance programs employee assistance program GM vehicle discounts and more.

Diversity Information

TEI is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional personal educational or volunteer is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.


We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statements

TEIis an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local fair employment practices laws. TEI is committed to providing a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and advancing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment all practices and decisions relating to terms and conditions of employment including but not limited to recruiting hiring training promotion discipline compensation benefits and termination of employment are made without regard to an individuals protected characteristics. For purposes of this policy protected characteristics include an individuals actual or perceived race color creed religion national origin ancestry citizenship status age sex or gender (including pregnancy childbirth lactation and related medical conditions) gender identity or gender expression sexual orientation weight height marital status military service and veteran status physical or mental disability protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws and ordinances. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment email us ator call 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.

TEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion age sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability status or protected veteran status. TEI is also committed to take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment such persons.


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