Senior Automation Engineer: Smart Manufacturing & PLC/SCADA

General Dynamics Corporation; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems in Lincoln, NE is seeking a Sr Automation Engineer to design, develop, test, and manage automated machinery processes used in our manufacturing environment.

You will configure PLC and HMI systems, optimize workflows, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance. The role requires strong problem solving, engineering expertise, and independent work style with opportunity to lead ongoing improvements.

Qualifications

• Requires a 2-year engineering degree and 5-7 years of experience.
• Engineering discipline required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Uses engineering techniques to design, develop, test, and manage automated machinery processes.
• Designs, programs, simulates, optimizes, and tests automated machinery to streamline manufacturing processes.
• Configures systems using PLC and HMI techniques.
• Considers automation workflow, production layout, and safety measures when designing automated machinery processes.
• Audits current equipment and automated processes to determine failure rates.
• Models, tests, and measures output and data to analyze performance or quality issues.
• Develops solutions to resolve production problems, maximize product reliability, and minimize cost.
• Drafts and designs detailed technical documentation for design specifications and additional relevant documents.
• Adheres to international and local regulatory standards for design, process, and safety considerations.

Skills

Engineering expertise

Problem solving

Independent worker

Documentation skills

MS Office

Education

Associate's Degree in Engineering

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

PLC

HMI

SCADA

CAE software

Job description

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems in Lincoln, NE is seeking a Sr Automation Engineer to design, develop, test, and manage automated machinery processes used in our manufacturing environment.

You will configure PLC and HMI systems, optimize workflows, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance. The role requires strong problem solving, engineering expertise, and independent work style with opportunity to lead ongoing improvements.