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Controls Engineer

@ Cullerton Group

Toronto, Ontario

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Overview

Cullerton Group is hiring 10+ Controls Engineers on long-term W-2 contracts supporting an automotive systems integrator delivering automation projects for General Motors across North America. The work covers PLC troubleshooting, commissioning, validation and launch support at several GM plants through 2028. Pay is $44 per hour (USD) with overtime and double time, plus travel and lodging covered and a $55 daily per diem.

Responsibilities:

  • Troubleshoot Allen-Bradley PLC automation systems
  • Commission and validate automation equipment
  • Support vehicle launches, retrofits and production
  • Diagnose electrical and controls issues on the plant floor

Requirements summary:

  • GCCS or GCCH certification required
  • Hands-on GM body shop, BIW or welding systems experience
  • Previous experience supporting GM manufacturing facilities
  • Allen-Bradley PLC troubleshooting (Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000)
  • FactoryTalk and/or Siemens TIA Portal
  • Launch, retrofit, commissioning or validation experience

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Employer posting date
2026-10-28
First seen by our source
2026-11-10
Source record updated
2026-11-10

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentEngineering
Scheduleovertime
Travelair: moderate · ground: moderate
Work settingPlant or factory, Client sites
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer high
Licences & certificationsGCCS, GCCH
Perks mentionedVisa sponsorship, Performance bonus

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Job description

Cullerton Group is hiring 10+ Controls Engineers for long-term W-2 contract opportunities supporting a leading automotive systems integrator delivering automation projects for General Motors across North America. Current projects extend through 2028, with additional GM programs expected to begin next year

Current Project Locations

  • Spring Hill, TN (Current – Nov. 2027)
  • Orion, MI (Current – Aug. 2027)
  • Flint, MI (Current – Mar. 2027)
  • Fairfax, KS (Sept. 2026 – Apr. 2027)
  • Oshawa, ON (Feb. 2027 – 2028)
  • Ramos Arizpe, MX (Mar. 2027 – Apr. 2028)
  • Brampton, ON (Current)

More GM projects expected in 2027.

Compensation & Benefits

  • $44 hour (USD)
  • Overtime paid
  • Double Time paid
  • All travel and lodging fully covered
  • $55/day per diem
  • Long-term assignments with the opportunity to support multiple GM launches
  • Visa sponsorship support available for qualified candidates
  • Referral bonus available

Minimum Qualifications

  • GCCS or GCCH Certification (Required)
  • Strong hands-on GM Body Shop / BIW / Welding Systems experience
  • Previous experience supporting GM manufacturing facilities
  • Allen-Bradley PLC troubleshooting (Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000)
  • FactoryTalk and/or Siemens TIA Portal
  • Launch, retrofit, commissioning, validation, or production support experience
  • Closure line experience including doors, hoods, liftgates, decklids, or tailgates

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot and support Allen-Bradley PLC-based automation systems
  • Commission and validate automation equipment
  • Support vehicle launches, retrofits, and production operations
  • Diagnose electrical and controls issues on the plant floor

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