Automation & Controls Engineer

Schwan’s Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like Red Baron®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizzas; bibigo®, Pagoda® Asian-style snacks and we can’t forget Mrs. Smith’s® and Edwards® pies! We bring families and communities together through great food. Join our team and see the opportunities are real, and the sky is the limit; this isn’t just a job, it’s a seat at the table!

We are hiring an Automation & Controls Engineer in Stilwell, OK, home to Edward's and Mrs. Smith's frozen pies and one of the largest dessert manufacturing plants in the country! As a Controls Engineer you will be responsible for the technical and functional supervision of electrical, automation and controls systems in a highly automated pie facility.

Responsibilities

• As a subject matter expert, leading the implementation of strategic automation and control projects.
• Developing and implementing medium to long-term controls, network architecture, and plant floor strategies to drive efficiency, plant floor productivity, and innovation.
• Helping create plant automation standards for controls logic, HMI screen layout and design.
• Coaching and mentoring Controls Technicians to build technical capability and leadership behaviors consistent with our stated goal.
• Providing advanced troubleshooting skills to support plant operations.
• Supporting the functionality and maintenance of production equipment, controls hardware, and production systems.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or master’s degree in engineering required (Electrical preferred, Mechanical, Chemical), or equivalent experience. ABET accredited program is a strong preference.
• 5 years of experience with Automation and Controls in a Manufacturing setting.
• Experience with manufacturing food and beverage or consumer packaged goods companies is preferred. Experience in plant operations and industrial environments.
• Demonstrates leadership, problem-solving, decision making, troubleshooting, communications, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with a team and influence diverse groups at various levels and across functions.
• Ability to teach the fundamentals of electrical automation and control systems (PLC’s, HMI’s, Robotics, SCADA, VFD’s, Servo Drives). Strong aptitude for programming PLC and HMI logic (Allen Bradley preferred).
• Ability to read, interpret, and modify equipment drawings such as: electrical schematics, P&ID’s, and similar using CAD based software. Proficient in SCADA development & programming (Ignition).
• Strong knowledge and understanding of the primary codes and safety requirements applicable to controls safety systems, robotics (FANUC and ABB), and power distribution systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot PLCs (Allen Bradley preferred), controls hardware, and wiring at the machine level.
• Strong understanding of low and medium voltage power distribution (480VAC and below) is preferred.
  
  

The base salary range for this position is $73,500 - $122,500 annually with eligibility for a 10% annual incentive bonus, that is based on organizational performance. The pay range represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to education, skills, work experience, certifications, geography etc. As such, starting pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a strong foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support programs.

The employing subsidiaries of Schwan's Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin, or other protected class.