Automation Engineer: PLCs, Design & Production Uptime

Granges Americas; Newport (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) Savings Plan with company match

Paid technical training and safety certifications

Job summary

Granges Americas in Newport, AR is seeking a Full-Time position focused on programming and design for production equipment. The role includes monitoring equipment, problem-solving, and providing support during machine failures.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, coupled with experience in programming and troubleshooting. Benefits include health coverage, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field, such as Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Industrial instrument and controls with additional training for PLC and Rolling mills.
• One to five years of experience in computers, PLC’s, and Hydraulics.

Responsibilities

• Monitor equipment for proper operation and conduct problem-solving analysis.
• Assist in equipment updates and software revisions.
• Develop tasks for data feeding into projects.

Skills

Programming in multiple machine languages (Siemens, Control Logic, Basic, C)

Troubleshooting equipment problems

Creative thinking skills

Detail-oriented personality

Excellent manual dexterity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

PLC systems

Design software

Job description

Granges Americas in Newport, AR is seeking a Full-Time position focused on programming and design for production equipment. The role includes monitoring equipment, problem-solving, and providing support during machine failures.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, coupled with experience in programming and troubleshooting. Benefits include health coverage, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.