Plant Engineer

Job Description

Position Description:
- In this salaried bargaining unit UAW-represented position, the Plant Engineer opportunity offers potential for individual growth and advancement in a dynamic, rapidly changing, team-based environment. This position is responsible for the planning, development, and coordination of engineering and construction activities with regard to facilities, utilities, layout of machines, equipment, workstations, test facilities, material handling and storage systems necessary for vehicle production. This position may entail specifying and/or design equipment control systems, including PLC's, vision systems, laser scanners, robotic welders, material handling systems and RFID tag systems. Specify and/or design electrical power distribution systems for manufacturing machinery and facilities equipment. Maintain arc flash protection program, distribution system single lines and distribution system layout.
- Good communication skills are essential in the preparation of cost estimates and written specifications for equipment procurement and installation.
- Previous experience in a team-based environment is beneficial.
- The successful candidate will possess the ability to achieve assigned objectives relative to cost, quality, schedule, and safety in a cross-functional team environment.


Position Requirements:
- The successful candidate will possess not only excellent communication and interpersonal skills but also a strong work ethic contributing to the team's success in meeting multiple objectives both efficiently and economically.
- Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology (Electrical Engineering is preferred) or Associate's Degree in Engineering, Technology (Electrical Engineering preferred). Preferred candidates will also have a minimum of 5 years of related experience.
- A thorough knowledge of the following is required: plant layout, material handling and storage techniques, and equipment / systems installation and modification to include electrical, mechanical, plumbing, welding, painting, and metal preparation.
- Experience in field work with the ability to determine conformance with plans and specifications is preferred.
- The successful candidate will also be knowledgeable in OSHA / health and safety, environmental, and ergonomic standards.
- Familiarity with Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing tools are strongly desired.
- Computer knowledge of CAD engineering layouts is beneficial.
- Must be able to spend majority of time on manufacturing floor, significant time in outside and adverse weather conditions is occasionally required.
- The successful candidate must be a U. S. citizen and be able to obtain secret level security clearance.


Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.


As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or send an e-mail to [email protected] for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.