Senior Principal Automation Engineer

General Dynamics

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Hampton, AR
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5 days ago

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General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.

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As a Senior Principal Automation Engineer at OTS in Hampton, AR, you will lead the design and implementation of advanced automated machinery processes to streamline manufacturing operations. Your role involves developing programs that simulate, optimize, and test automated systems using PLC and HMI techniques, ensuring compliance with international and local regulatory standards. You will audit existing equipment, model performance data, and draft detailed technical documentation for new designs while contributing to the company’s strategic initiatives. Essential skills include extensive experience in programmable logic control (PLC), human machine interface (HMI) design, SCADA architecture, and proficiency in CAE software. This position demands expertise in automation workflow optimization, production layout planning, and safety measures implementation, with a focus on maximizing product reliability and minimizing costs through continuous improvement.

Skills

PLC HMI CAE SCADA Programmable Logic Control Human Machine Interface Control Systems Device Integration Schematic Capture Statistical Process Control Technical Troubleshooting Power Management Process Optimization Reliability Analysis Instrument Control Performance Analysis

What you'll do

  • Designs and implements automated machinery processes to streamline manufacturing.
  • Develops programs that simulate, optimize, and test automated systems for efficiency.
  • Configures automation systems using PLC and HMI techniques for control functions.
  • Audits equipment and automated processes to determine failure rates and improve reliability.
  • Drafts detailed technical documentation for design specifications and regulatory compliance.

What we're looking for

  • Requires an Associate's Degree and 10-12 years of experience in engineering.
  • Extensive hands-on experience with programmable logic controllers (PLC) and human-machine interfaces (HMI).
  • Strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking abilities.
  • Experience in process optimization, reliability analysis, and performance analysis.
  • Proficiency in SCADA architecture, control systems, and device integration.
  • Ability to adhere to international and local regulatory standards for design and safety.
  • Competence in using CAE software for automation system design and simulation.

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