Automation & Control Engineer
Company: Smithfield Foods
Location: Cudahy
Posted on: April 28, 2024
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Job Description:
If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into
Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub. A great
job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We're an $18
billion U.S. food company with nearly 60,000 employees worldwide.
We're looking for motivated people who want to join our team and
grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Join our family today.
Apply Now!Your Opportunity Our team members receive
industry-competitive salaries and are eligible for great benefits
packages: Competitive Pay: $66,000 - $98,625 AnnualComprehensive
Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and MoreEducation benefits
available to full and part time Smithfield team members on their
first day of employment.Open to moving? We will help! Ask about our
Relocation Assistance packages!The Automation and Controls Engineer
(A.C.E) will be responsible for the development, implementation,
operation, and maintenance of electrical control systems at the
facility.
As part of the automation team, you will be responsible for helping
define and update long term technology roadmap of the plant.
In addition to this, the Automation and Controls Engineer will also
be responsible for maintaining current backups of all automation
infrastructure as it relates to software, & specific programs.
The A.C.E will essentially combine fundamental controls and process
knowledge with recent advances in automation, delivering creative
solution that solve real work Manufacturing problems. Core
ResponsibilitiesPLC, HMI, and Variable Frequency Drive programming
and troubleshooting.Electrical troubleshooting and repair.Serves as
a mentor for less experienced floor electricians when
necessary.Works on the production floor in a hands-on engineering
environment.Plans and executes projects from start to finish with
minimum supervision, and in a timely manner.Looks for production
process improvements that will minimize downtime, and or things
that will help floor electricians troubleshoot easier.Responsible
for the development of the standard software and hardware
architectures for all automation projects, and will work with
multiple teams for coordinated implementation.Drives the right
technology choices for automation and presents the technology
roadmap for both immediate and long-term growth.Follows Safety,
Food Safety, and USDA guidelines.The above statements are intended
to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by
people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an
exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills
required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as
assigned. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an
individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of
the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the
essential functions. Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year
college or university in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical
Engineering or related field and 2+ years of controls engineering
experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience,
required.Industrial Manufacturing experience required.Food or
pharmaceutical manufacturing experience preferred.Experience
troubleshooting and programming Rockwell PLC (RsLogix 500, RsLogix
5000, and Studio 500), HMI (FactoryTalk Studio ME and SE),
Powerflex drives, Kenetix Servo drives, DeviceNet, ControlNet,
Connected Components Workbench are required.Experience
troubleshooting and Programming of Siemens PLC (TIA portal), HMI
(TIA Portal), and Drives (TIA Portal) preferred.Experience
troubleshooting hardwired systems and print reading (US and
European style prints) required.Networking experience is a
plus.Previous experience with the Ignition platform is a plus. -
Must be comfortable working with low (24v DC) to High (4160v AC)
voltages.Must be able to multi-task several projects, or projects
and troubleshooting duties at once.Must have a good work ethic and
be self-motivated.Ability to work well with others in fast paced,
dynamic environment.Ability to be respectful, approachable and team
oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive
work environment.Work Environment & Physical Demands The physical
demands described here are representative of those an employee
should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of
this job.
The work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those an employee may encounter while performing
the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may
be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the
employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hand/arms in
varying positions, kneel, crouch or crawl to complete task such as
troubleshooting or repair of production equipment.The employee must
be able to sit for long periods of time to write programs, and do
administrative tasks such as work orders, requisitions, and
emails.Employee must be able to lift and or move up to 50 pounds
occasionally.Employee must be able to work in extremely hot and
cold environments regularly, often going from one extreme to the
other in the same shift.IndSPR T1 -M&EEEO/AA
InformationSmithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to
workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender
identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled
individual or any other protected group status or non-job
characteristic as directed by law.If you are an individual with a
disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for
any part of the employment selection process, please call us at
757-357-1595.Salary Range$66,000.00 - $98,625.00
Keywords: Smithfield Foods, West Allis , Automation & Control Engineer, Engineering , Cudahy, Wisconsin
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