2025 Spring Co-Op - Facilities Engineering (Electrical)

Job Description

Work Arrangement:

Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Oshawa Elevation Centre on a full-time basis.

About GM:

At General Motors, we pride ourselves on designing, building, and selling the world's best vehicles. We are seeking a new generation of visionaries to help launch bold engineering and business initiatives and shape new directions for General Motors. As an intern or co-op student working out of our headquarters, you will gain hands-on career-specific experiences to maximize your real-world potential.

The Role:

Global Facilities in Canada provides facilities engineering, construction, and utility services to the Canadian manufacturing and non-manufacturing sites. This position is for one pioneering student currently enrolled in the third or fourth year of Electrical Engineering. You will provide valuable experience and gain direct exposure to facilities engineering. We are looking for a dedicated and motivated individual who will assist us in creating success for themselves and the corporation! The role will entail a close working relationship with Facilities Engineering personnel as well.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of facilities projects (ex. HVAC, Building, Fire Protection, Roofing, Electrical Distribution, etc.) as directed by the team leader.
• Provide on-site review, inspections, and reports of work in progress.
• Provide data analysis, research, and recommendations.
• Coordinate scheduled field activities with all affected parties.
• Update drawing inventory in AutoCAD or other programs.
• Perform field condition surveys; incorporate data into the drawing package.
• Support special tasks and projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Pursuit of a Bachelor's degree (3rd and 4th year students) in one of the following areas: Electrical Engineering.
• Enrolled in a qualifying Ontario co-operative education or internship program.
• Able to work full-time, 40 hours per week in Canada, and 16-month term (4 consecutive semesters) starting May 2024.
• Willing to work in a plant environment.
• Have a valid Full Class G Ontario Driver’s Licence, or equivalent Canadian out-of-province licence.
• Solid understanding of AutoCAD.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Highly adaptable and able to work independently and in a team environment.
• Fundamental computer skills including working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong background in MS Access.

Sponsorship: GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

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.