Facility Electrical Engineer

Job Description

On-site: This position requires an employee to be on-site on a full-time basis.

As a member of our Global Team you will support the workplace transformation within a wide range of facilities that GM has around the world. You will work with an industry leading team that designs, builds/constructs, and maintains facilities and building assets for vast operating functions. Doing so in a safe, compliant, cost-efficient manner that utilizes advanced technology to support social & ecological sustainability. We build the future and not just plan for it!

The Role

We are currently looking for you to take on the role of Facility Electrical Engineer. You will be responsible to provide electrical engineering support for facility electrical systems associated with manufacturing plants (assembly, stamping, powertrain, casting, and paint), non-manufacturing projects and/or asset sustainment projects by overseeing all aspects of system designs. Responsibilities include the oversight of facility electrical system designs (Primary power, secondary distribution, grounding, lighting, Allen Bradley based distributed control systems, life safety supervision systems, HVAC controls, security systems), Safety requirements, code compliance and interpretation, quality and cost. Construction project management and oversite will be required. 

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)
 

• Building Effective Teams - Initiate and organize project teams consisting of multi-discipline members from engineering, finance, purchasing, safety, contractors and stakeholders.
• Dealing with Ambiguity: Can effectively cope with changing priorities and construction schedules, can decide and act without having the total picture, can handle multiple and concurrent diverse projects with minimal direct supervision, can coordinate activities with key stakeholders and other disciplines.
• Problem Solving - Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult schedule and construction problems with effective solutions; probes all fruitful sources for answers; can see hidden problems; is excellent at honest analysis; looks beyond the obvious and doesn't stop at the first answers.
• Strategic Planning - Sees ahead clearly; can anticipate future issues related to construction schedules; has broad knowledge and perspective related to construction activities; is future oriented; can create and execute competitive and breakthrough concepts related to facility design and construction.
• Customer Satisfaction - Meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it to schedule construction activities; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.
• Action Oriented - Enjoys working hard; is action oriented and full of energy for the things he/she sees as challenging; not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning; seizes more opportunities than others.
• Business Acumen - Knows how Project Management systems work; knowledgeable in current and possible future practices, trends, technology, and information affecting his/her projects and overall performance; knows the industry, is aware of how strategies and tactics work in Construction management.
• Functional/Technical Skills - Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment including financial management of Projects.

Additional Job Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
 

• B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering or in a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in coordinating facilities electrical system designs and supporting/ operation of facility electrical systems
• Experience with Construction Contracts including engineering drawings and specifications
• Experienced with Building codes, specifically CE Code (CSA C22.1), NFPA 70 (NEC), NESC & IEC and electrical specifications (IEEE System design books)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

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.

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:

• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave;

• Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits;

• Life insurance plans to cover you and your family;

• Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement;

• GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family and friends.

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us 

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Diversity Information

General Motors 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 opportunities. 

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 Statement

Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities. Should you be contacted by General Motors of Canada, please advise if you require accommodation. General Motors of Canada values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.