Sr Prin Automation Engineer

General Dynamics Corporation; Arkansas; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Corporation is seeking a Sr Prin Automation Engineer in Hampton, Arkansas. The role involves designing, developing, and managing automated machinery processes to streamline manufacturing operations. Candidates must have a strong engineering background with 10-12 years of experience.

A successful candidate will hold at least an Associate's Degree in Engineering and be proficient in Microsoft Office. This full-time position offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to organizational strategy and impact.

Qualifications

• 10-12 years' experience in engineering.
• Associate's degree in an engineering discipline required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and manage automated machinery processes.
• Implement programs that streamline manufacturing processes.
• Audit current equipment and automated processes.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Technical troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Oral and written communication skills

Programmable Logic Control (PLC)

Human Machine Interface (HMI)

Process optimization

Reliability analysis

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) software

Job description

Responsibilities for this Position

Sr Prin Automation Engineer

US-AR-Hampton

Job ID: 2026-36366

Type: Full Time

# of Openings: 1

Category: Engineering

Camden, AR

Impact of the Role

General Profile

• Recognized as an expert within the company and requires in-depth and/or breadth of expertise in own job discipline and broad knowledge of other job disciplines within the organization function
• Solves unique problems that have a broad impact on the business
• Contributes to the development of organization functional strategy
• Progression to this level is typically restricted on the basis of business requirements
• Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment

Essential Functions

• Uses engineering techniques to design, develop, test, and manage automated machinery processes.
• Designs and implements programs that simulate, optimize, and test automated machinery that streamline manufacturing processes.
• Uses advanced design techniques to build automated systems such as: measurement functions, control functions, and actuators, etc.
• 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 and leads 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 while driving continuous improvement for design, process, and safety considerations.

Required Qualifications

• Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 10-12 years' experience
• Discipline/Major: Engineering degree required
• Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
• Knowledge, skills & abilities:
  • Extensive background and hands on experience in programmable logic and automated design.
  • Technical expertise. Problem-solving skills. Oral and written communication skills. Critical thinking. Analytical thinking. Instrument control. Performance analysis. Power management. Process optimization. Reliability analysis. Schematic capture. Statistical process control. Technical troubleshooting. Control systems. Device integration. SCADA architecture. Programmable Logic Control (PLC). Human Machine Interface (HMI). Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) software.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

Travel Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.

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