Engineering Jobs in Tobaccoville, NC

3rd Shift Electronics / PLC Specialist

Our client is a global leader in beverage packaging, operating high‑speed, highly automated manufacturing facilities. The 3rd Shift Electronics/PLC Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring the reliability, optimization, and continuous improvement of plant automation systems. This position supports production by maintaining, troubleshooting, and upgrading PLCs, HMIs, motion systems, sensors, and electrical controls across can‑making and end‑making equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot, repair, and optimize PLC‑based control systems (Allen‑Bradley/Rockwell).
• Maintain and modify HMI interfaces, servo drives, VFDs, and industrial communication networks.
• Diagnose and resolve issues with sensors, instrumentation, robotics, and machine control logic.
• Perform root‑cause analysis on recurring automation faults to reduce downtime.
• Execute scheduled PMs on electrical and electronic systems to ensure equipment reliability.
• Maintain accurate documentation of PLC programs, electrical schematics, and control logic changes.
• Support predictive maintenance initiatives using data, trends, and system diagnostics.
• Lead or support automation upgrades, line improvements, and new equipment installations.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to improve throughput, quality, and safety.
• Implement control logic changes to enhance machine performance and reduce scrap.
• Ensure all electrical and automation work complies with NFPA 70E, OSHA, and Ardagh safety standards.
• Participate in safety audits, LOTO procedures, and risk assessments.
• Maintain clean, organized, and compliant electrical panels and control cabinets.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• Experience in metal packaging, food/beverage, or other high‑speed industrial manufacturing.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment working with PLC‑based automation.
• Strong proficiency with Allen‑Bradley ControlLogix, CompactLogix, RSLogix/Studio 5000, Logix500.
• Experience with HMIs (FactoryTalk View), VFDs, servo systems, and industrial networks (EtherNet/IP).
• Experience with Drivers: Yaksawa
• Familiarity with TPM, Lean, or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience with SCADA systems and data collection platforms.

Job Role: Mechanical Specialist

Pay: $40.00/hr.

Location: Tobaccoville, Nc

Duration: Direct Hire FT

Shifts: 1st, 2nd, 3rd (must be flexible with working/training on all shifts)

Position Responsibilities

• Operate high-speed cigarette manufacturing and packaging equipment, including loading materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance to ensure equipment reliability, quality, output, and regulatory compliance.
• Diagnose and repair complex mechanical issues; respond to machine alarms and system messages; adjust machine settings as needed.
• Complete high-level preventive maintenance across multiple technologies and subassemblies using equipment manuals and work instructions.
• Make standard machine adjustments, including timing, alignment, settings, format changes, and part replacement.
• Install, commission, and modify manufacturing and packaging equipment.
• Perform complex mechanical interventions and support, guide, and train other technical personnel.
• Conduct all required quality checks and tests per standard operating procedures.
• Enter maintenance and production data into SAP/CMMS and other systems; create repair records and work history.
• Order and verify materials and parts; confirm production specifications; monitor and respond to KPI data.
• Set up equipment for multiple products using MES, parts ordering systems, document management systems, and related applications.
• Work at heights up to 10 feet and operate industrial vehicles and powered lifts.

Required Experience, Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in the cigarette manufacturing industry is mandatory
• Strong mechanical or electro-mechanical skills with the ability to perform advanced mechanical repairs.
• Proven experience diagnosing equipment issues and performing corrective maintenance.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft applications.
• Ability to meet WorkKeys requirements:
• Ability to operate industrial vehicles and powered lifts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Industrial Systems Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or related field (or military equivalent).
• Experience using SAP/CMMS systems.
• Knowledge of root cause analysis techniques.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with internal teams and external vendors.

Extensive Employee Benefit package

• Retirement & Financial
• Health & Wellness
• Insurance (Health/dental/vision)
• Professional Development & Volunteering
• Paid Time Off
• Onsite health clinics and fitness center

Company Description

Premier Equipment Co., LLC, with locations in Rocky Mount, Enfield, Ayden, Washington and Winston Salem, is your trusted source for new and used tractors, attachments, implements, accessories, and parts for agricultural, construction, and landscaping needs.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role based in Winston Salem, NC, for a Truck Driver and Set-Up Technician. Responsibilities:

Operates commercial vehicles and requires a valid CDL for operating vehicles with a gross vehicle weight (GVW) capacity of over 26,000 pounds. Also, will assemble and service all types of equipment offered for sale by the dealership. Prepares equipment for delivery to the customer or for demonstration purposes. Responsible for maintenance on shop vehicles. Responsible for the transportation of goods to clients in a safe and timely manner.

Complete paperwork related to delivery or driving.

Comply with regulations: They must comply with all transport regulations and maintain a clean driving record.

Customer service: CDL truck drivers often interact with customers during delivery and must provide excellent customer service.

Follows all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments.

Completes all reports and forms required in conjunction with job assignments.

Accounts for all time and material used in performing assigned duties.

May participate in training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge.

Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Ability to operate vehicles, tools, and equipment used in machinery pre-delivery and set-up processes

Ability to assemble machinery components and to follow manufacturer’s pre-delivery instructions

Understanding basic computer functions

Fundamental level of knowledge of engines, hydraulics, power-trans, air-conditioning, and electrical systems as they apply to machines marketed by the dealership

Ability to lift at least 75 lbs. repeatedly

High School Diploma or equivalent experience required

Valid CDL driver’s license required

Premier Equipment provides a comprehensive range of benefits for all full-time positions that include medical, dental, vision and a matching 401-K retirement plan.

Premier Equipment is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Must be authorized to work in the United States.

The ideal candidate will have a wide range of responsibilities including maintenance, repair, and calibration of field equipment. The successful candidate will be a problem solver who is responsive to customers' needs. 

Job Description

• Report directly to Service Manager for deployment from store to in the field equipment repairs on customer or company properties.
• Maintain, repair and overhaul farm machinery and vehicles, such as tractors, harvesters, construction equipment, hay equipment, etc. 
• Examine and listen to equipment, read inspection reports, and confer with customers to locate and diagnose malfunctions.  
• Ability to utilize electronic service tools to allow for proper troubleshooting 
• Test and replace electrical components and wiring, using test meters, soldering equipment and hand tools
• Understanding of hydraulic systems for proper troubleshooting.
• Repair or replace defective parts using hand tools, lathes, welding equipment, grinders or saws.
• Ensure proper documentation on all repairs- most importantly, on warranty jobs per manufacturer requirements. 
• Tune or overhaul engines.
• Ensure premier quality repairs to minimize come backs focused on “fix right the first time.” 
• Completing required training and attending OEM continuing education.

Qualifications- Candidate must have experience in all of the following:

• Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
• Equipment maintenance- performing routing maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
• Diagnostics- the ability to utilize electronic service tools to allow for proper troubleshooting.
• Quality control analysis- Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
• Critical thinking- using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. 
• Operation and control- controlling operations of equipment or systems. 
• Operation monitoring- watching gauges, dials or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
• Equipment selection- determining the kind of tools and equipment necessary to get the job done 
• Education
• Mechanical- knowledge of machines and tools including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance along with electronics and hydraulics.
• Customer and personal service- knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs’ assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Computers and electronics- knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.  

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• Dental Insurance
• Employee Discount
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance. 

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.