Manufacturing Engineering Specialist

Akkodis; Walton (KY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Akkodis is hiring a Manufacturing Engineering Specialist for a Direct Hire position in Walton, KY. The role involves supporting operations, designing automation projects, and maintaining software applications. Candidates should have a 2-year degree and 5+ years of experience in manufacturing. Competitive salary range of $68,000 to $75,000 plus bonuses. Comprehensive benefits are provided.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

401K Plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities

• Lead support and training of operations personnel.
• Assist in the design and implementation of automation projects.
• Modify and update industrial software applications.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Coding

Blueprint Reading

Automation Systems

Education

2-year degree

4-year degree

Tools

Siemens PLCs

Allen-Bradley PLCs

ABB Distributed Control Systems

Fanuc Robots

CNC Controls

Job description

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This range is provided by Akkodis. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$68,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

Akkodis is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Specialist for a Direct Hire position with a client in Walton, KY. You will be part of the Industrial IT and Automation group in Central Engineering for aviation and aerospace parts manufacturing.

Rate Range: $68,000/year to $75,000/year plus 8% bonus; the rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors. Relocation assistance is NOT available for this position.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading support and training of operations and maintenance personnel to ensure thorough understanding of control systems operation and troubleshooting.
• Assisting in the design and implementation of automation projects.
• Modifying and updating industrial software applications.
• Maintaining revision control of industrial software applications.
• Updating and improving industrial software documentation.
• Providing technical assistance to Operations/Maintenance.
• Maintaining and revising functional analysis of automated processes.
• Supporting continuous improvement of automation systems.

Desired Qualifications:

• A 2-year degree is required for the Manufacturing Engineering Specialist position; a 4-year degree qualifies for the Automation Engineer role.
• Five+ years of troubleshooting and coding experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Experience with open and closed circuits.
• Availability to work 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday through Friday, with possible on-call duties.
• Experience with Siemens PLCs/HMIs/Drives, Allen-Bradley PLCs/HMIs/Drives, ABB Distributed Control Systems, ABB Robots, Fanuc Robots, Vision Systems, CNC Controls, Data Historians/Storage.
• Willingness to travel 2-3 weeks per year for training, supplier visits, and other company activities.

If interested, click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities, visit www.akkodis.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

This position may involve access to controlled technologies under ITAR and EAR regulations, which may restrict access based on nationality or security clearance.

Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary benefits, EAP, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Paid leave options are also available as per law. Note: Benefits do not apply to client-recruited or direct hire jobs.

For privacy info, visit https://www.akkodis.com/en/privacy-policy.

The company considers applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable laws, including Fair Chance Acts in various jurisdictions.

Additional details:

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job functions: Manufacturing, Production, Engineering
• Industries: Aviation, Aerospace, Automation Machinery, Engines, Power Transmission

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