Sr Automation Engineer

About the role

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GDOTS) is looking for an experienced Sr. Automation Engineer to join our Lincoln, NE organization. We are expanding rapidly and looking for motivated and creative individuals who want to help support and shape this organization as we grow.

Impact of the Role

Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own job discipline and basic knowledge of related job disciplines. Solves complex problems. Works independently, receives minimal guidance. May lead projects or project steps within a broader project or may have accountability for on-going activities or objectives. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of new equipment specifications, supplier selection, quote reviews and technical support through design, installation and verification activities.
• Lead automation projects to define the problem statement and technical requirements, coordinate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams to determine an appropriate technical solution and oversee the development and implementation solution.
• Use engineering techniques to design, develop, test, and manage automated machinery processes.
• Design, program, simulate, optimize, and test automated machinery to streamline manufacturing processes.
• Use design techniques to build automated systems such as: measurement functions, control functions, and actuators, etc.
• Configure systems using PLC and HMI techniques.
• Consider automation workflow, production layout, and safety measures when designing automated machinery processes.
• Audit current equipment and automated processes to determine failure rates.
• Model, test, and measure output and data to analyze performance or quality issues.
• Develop solutions to resolve production problems, maximize product reliability, and minimize cost.
• Draft and design detailed technical documentation for design specifications and additional relevant documents.
• Adhere to international and local regulatory standards for design, process, and safety considerations.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's Degree and 5-7 years' experience
• Engineering degree required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• 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

• Up to 25% travel likely.