Manufacturing Engineer Programming & Integration - Manufacturing Engineering SATX

JCB North America•San Antonio, TX

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer – Programming & Integration develops, supports and improves manufacturing processes, specializing in PLC systems and programs, automation integration and controls of processes to ensure efficient, safe and high‑quality production across JCB operations.

Requirements

Experience in manufacturing or production engineering
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Experience with PLC Systems such as Allen-Bradley (Studio 5000 / RSLogix), Siemens (TIA Portal / Step 7), HMI platforms (FactoryTalk View, WinCC), Industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Profinet) systems.
Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
Effective communication and teamwork skills
Must pass any drug screens, background checks, and any pre-employment tests, which will be conducted in accordance with applicable law.

Nice To Haves

Engineering degree or equivalent experience
3+ Years experience with PLC Systems such as Allen-Bradley (Studio 5000 / RSLogix), Siemens (TIA Portal / Step 7), HMI platforms (FactoryTalk View, WinCC), Industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Profinet) systems.
Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
Experience supporting NPI or process development
Manufacturing process knowledge
Experience working with machine safety systems (E-stops, interlocks, safety PLCs)
Cross‑functional collaboration skills
Organisational and analytical capability
Continuous improvement mindset
Right first-time mindset
Willingness to learn and further develop skills on PLC systems

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain efficient manufacturing processes
Troubleshoot, modify, and develop PLC programs (ladder logic, structured text, function block diagrams)
Work with HMI/SCADA systems for monitoring and control (e.g., FactoryTalk, WinCC, Ignition)
Commission, debug, and maintain automation systems on production lines
Support New Product Introduction (NPI)
Create and maintain work instructions and standard operating procedures
Support production teams with technical and process issues
Lead or support continuous improvement and lean initiatives
Support tooling, equipment and layout development
Ensure compliance with safety, quality and regulatory requirements
Analyse production and quality data to improve performance
Collaborate with design, quality and supply chain teams where needed
Other duties as assigned