Manufacturing Controls/Robotics Engineer

Lockheed Martin; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 77,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible work arrangements (e.g., 4x10

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Camden is seeking a 3rd shift Manufacturing Controls/Robotics Engineer to join the Robotics Engineering Team and deliver cutting‑edge automated manufacturing solutions for missiles, launch systems, and ground vehicles.

The role requires a strong foundation in electrical automation, troubleshooting skills, and collaboration across disciplines to ensure high‑quality production. This position offers a path to impactful national‑defense programs and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience/combined education.
• Working knowledge of electrical and logic drawings.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve industrial automation equipment issues.
• Knowledgeable of machine electrical design.
• Knowledgeable of industrial electronics and electrical components.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve existing electrical controls equipment such as PLCs, AC & DC motors, servo drives, and variable frequency drives.
• Improve existing controls equipment to enhance safety, productivity, and efficiency.
• Develop electrical automation designs from hardware specifications into complete construction packages for fabrication, assembly, checkout, and startup.
• Create design and documentation in accordance with company and industry standards using Dassault DraftSight or equivalent CAD tools.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineering, quality, safety, IT, and other disciplines to deliver best‑practice solutions.

Skills

Electrical automation

Troubleshooting

Industrial electronics

Controls design

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Dassault DraftSight

Job description

Standard Job Description

Designs manufacturing processes, procedures and production layouts utilizing automation and other techniques to maximize quality and efficiency. Supports and participates in the design, test, modification, fabrication and assembly of manufacturing tools and electromechanical systems that includes automated components such as robots, conveyors, vision systems and programmable controllers. Responsible for life cycle of automated processes and equipment from design to implementation to maintenance and upgrades. Stays informed of new developments in automation to facilitate continuous improvement of manufacturing processes. Provides guidance to engineering regarding design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques. Ensures processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations.

Designs manufacturing processes, procedures and production layouts utilizing automation and other techniques to maximize quality and efficiency. Supports and participates in the design, test, modification, fabrication and assembly of manufacturing tools and electromechanical systems that includes automated components such as robots, conveyors, vision systems and programmable controllers. Responsible for life cycle of automated processes and equipment from design to implementation to maintenance and upgrades. Stays informed of new developments in automation to facilitate continuous improvement of manufacturing processes. Provides guidance to engineering regarding design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques. Ensures processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations.

You will be the 3rd Shift Manufacturing Controls/Robotics Engineer for the Robotics Engineering Team. Our team is responsible for delivering cutting‑edge automated manufacturing solutions that enable high‑rate production of missiles, launch systems, and ground vehicles.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Manufacturing Controls/Robotics Engineer you will be responsible for concept, design, and documentation of automated manufacturing equipment that supports site processes and meets production‑rate goals.

Your Responsibilities Will Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Troubleshoot and resolve existing electrical controls equipment such as PLCs, AC & DC motors, servo drives, and variable frequency drives.
• Improve existing controls equipment to enhance safety, productivity, and efficiency.
• Develop electrical automation designs from hardware specifications into complete construction packages for fabrication, assembly, checkout, and startup.
• Create design and documentation in accordance with company and industry standards using Dassault DraftSight or equivalent CAD tools.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineering, quality, safety, IT, and other disciplines to deliver best‑practice solutions.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a collaborative problem‑solver with a strong foundation in electrical automation and a drive to deliver reliable, high‑impact solutions in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. This role offers the chance to shape critical systems that enable national‑defense capabilities while working alongside seasoned engineers and technicians.

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Camden. Discover more about our Camden, Arkansas location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN -This position is located at a facility that requiresspecial access. The selected candidate must possess an Interim Secretclearance to start.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience/combined education.
• Working knowledge of electrical and logic drawings.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve industrial automation equipment issues.
• Knowledgeable of machine electrical design.
• Knowledgeable of industrial electronics and electrical components.
• MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN -This position is located at a facility that requiresspecial access. Must be able to obtain a security clearance

Desired Skills

• Proficient with MS Office suite.
• Communicates well with technical, management, and front line employees.
• Ability to meet deadlines and stay calm under pressure.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $76700.00 - $142500.00

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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered

Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.