Automation Manufacturing Engineer

U. S. Steel Tubular Products, Inc. · Pine Bluff, AR

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Level: Engineer
Team: Controls
Degree: Preferred
Experience asked: 5+ years
Industry: Industrial
Posted: Recently

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level controls role at U. S. Steel Tubular Products, Inc. (industrial) in Pine Bluff, AR.

They ask for: 5+ years · degree preferred
Tools it names: Lean, Six Sigma, SPC, PLC, Robotics, Automation

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Controls Engineer roles in Arkansas: typical posted base $82k–$120k.

Median of the low and high ends of 3 live postings that list pay, out of 11 controls engineer openings in Arkansas, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 10 other live controls postings in Arkansas.

Experience asked: Less than usual (5+ vs 8+)

Skills these teams ask for most

✓ PLC 91%
✓ Robotics 64%
✓ Automation 64%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for Lean, Six Sigma, SPC, CNC, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 5+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

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Full description from U. S. Steel Tubular Products, Inc.As posted on their careers site.Show

Responsibilities

◆Design, develop, and deploy robotic cells, CNC automation, and PLC‑controlled systems.
◆Program and debug PLCs, HMIs, and industrial robots.
◆Develop, optimize, and maintain CNC G‑code programs for OCTG threading operations.
◆Support machine cutting processes—including tooling selection, feeds/speeds, fixtures, and workholding.
◆Integrate sensors, vision systems, and laser/optical metrology tools into manufacturing processes.
◆Lead troubleshooting, root‑cause analysis, and continuous‑improvement initiatives.
◆Provide hands‑on support to production in a fast‑paced, high‑volume manufacturing environment.
◆Collaborate closely with operations, maintenance, quality, and safety teams to ensure safe, capable, and efficient processes.

Requirements

✓Relevant experience, Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred.
✓5+ years of manufacturing automation experience.
✓Strong hands‑on experience with robotics, PLCs, and CNC G‑code programming.
✓Experience with machining and industrial cutting processes.
✓Industrial robotics programming (Fanuc, ABB, KUKA, or similar).
✓PLC/HMI programming (Allen‑Bradley, Siemens).
✓CNC G‑code programming for lathes and mills; Siemens NX CAM experience is a plus.
✓Strong machining‑process knowledge and tooling optimization capability.
✓Competence in metrology, SPC, and process‑capability analysis.
✓Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
✓Excellent organizing, planning, and execution discipline.
✓Effective communication and documentation abilities.
✓Ability to perform well in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
✓Collaborative, team‑oriented mindset.
✓Continuous‑improvement focus with a drive for operational excellence.

Preferred but Not Required Experience

✓Exposure to OCTG premium connections.
✓Experience with laser and optical measurement systems.
✓Lean Six Sigma training or certification.
✓Experience working with high‑speed manufacturing lines.
✓ocations.

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U. S. Steel Tubular Products delivers high‑quality seamless pipe that powers America’s energy market and supports multiple industries across the USA. Backed by more than a century of steelmaking and now part of the third largest steel company in the world, U. S. Tubular Products represents a culture of innovation, our team builds premium connections and partners with customers to tackle their toughest challenges, keeping energy and industry moving forward.

We are seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Automation Engineer at our Fairfield, Alabama plant to design, program, and optimize automated manufacturing systems in a high-volume industrial environment. The role requires deep experience in robotics, PLC/HMI systems, and G-code CNC programming, with strong knowledge of machining and cutting processes. Exposure to OCTG premium connections, laser and optical measurement systems, and Lean Six Sigma practices is a strong plus.