Engineering Jobs in Rehobeth Alabama

Automation Manager / PLC Controls Manager

Our client is a growing, technology-driven manufacturing organization specializing in advanced engineered wood products for commercial, industrial, and residential construction. Operating a newly built, highly automated production facility in Dothan, Alabama, the company is committed to innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable manufacturing practices.

They foster a collaborative team environment, support long-term career development, and focus on delivering high-quality, precision-manufactured products.

Position Overview:

The PLC Controls Manager will lead all programming and digital production workflows across automated manufacturing systems. This role serves as a key link between engineering, production, and project teams to ensure machining programs are accurate, efficient, and optimized to meet quality, safety, and delivery objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead programming activities using Siemens and Rockwell PLC platforms
• Develop, validate, and optimize machine programs across automated production lines and CNC equipment
• Ensure alignment with engineering drawings and customer specifications
• Maintain programming standards, documentation, and version control
• Partner with Engineering, Design, and Project Management teams
• Support production planning and scheduling
• Serve as technical liaison with equipment and software vendors
• Ensure safe and efficient machining practices
• Troubleshoot production and fit-up challenges
• Improve cycle times, tooling paths, and material utilization
• Manage programming workloads and priorities
• Provide technical coaching and skill development
• Drive automation and digital workflow enhancements
• Support new equipment and software implementation
• Build scalable programming systems for future growth

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of programming experience in an automated manufacturing environment
• Strong PLC and CNC machining expertise
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience
• Experience with TIA Portal and RSLogix 5000
• Familiarity with advanced CNC processing equipment
• Exposure to digital manufacturing or BIM-to-production workflows

Work Environment:

Combination of office setting, programming workstation, and manufacturing floor with occasional travel.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Our client is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs in compliance with applicable laws.

Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would create undue hardship.

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.