Automation Engineer

7 days ago


Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States Jobot Full time
Job Opportunity with Leading Food Manufacturer

About Us:

We are a leading producer of fresh produce-based salsa in North America, offering a range of branded, private label, contract manufactured, and food service salsa products, as well as dips, spreads, and sauces. Our company is proud of its creative product development, innovative packaging, quality assurance protocols, and modern product facilities.

Why Work with Us?

  • Competitive Salary: $80,000 - $160,000 per year
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package: including health and dental plans, voluntary short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, a health savings account, and Company matched 401(k)
  • Generous PTO: allowing for work-life balance
  • Growth Opportunities: for professional development and advancement
  • 15% EBITDA Bonus: for meeting performance targets
  • 80% Travel: for business and professional development

Job Summary:

The Controls Engineer is responsible for overseeing the design and development of our automated control systems company-wide, ensuring efficient operations. This role involves analyzing processes, identifying areas for automation, designing systems, maintaining and repairing existing systems, inspecting systems for safety compliance, and designing test stand control systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyze processes to identify opportunities for automation
  • Design and develop automated control systems
  • Maintain and repair existing systems
  • Inspect systems to ensure safety compliance
  • Design test stand control systems
  • Produce electrical schematics and manufacturing drawings
  • Work in a hands-on capacity to manufacture and assemble designed control systems and prototype equipment
  • Document engineering and manufacturing procedures
  • Research new products and procedures
  • Deliver results on time and within budget
  • Track labor time
  • Troubleshoot problems with processes and hardware
  • Plan preventive maintenance
  • Coordinate with others to resolve issues
  • Provide technical assistance to internal customers
  • Manage relations with vendors
  • Define performance metrics

Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (or similar)
  • Minimum 5 years' experience as a Controls Engineer and in manufacturing, preferably in the food industry
  • Proficient skills in engineering techniques, mechanical processes, process technology, plant infrastructure, and project management
  • Working knowledge of electrical engineering principles, including digital and analog communication protocols, system block diagrams, schematic drafting, and data logging system design
  • Proficient in AutoCAD
  • Experience with PLC programming
  • Hands-on experience in electrical panel layout and assembly, and familiarity with NEC codes
  • Proficient in 2D computer-aided drafting (Solidworks or equivalent)
  • Able to read, interpret, and create electrical schematics and manufacturing drawings
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills, and implementation and facilitation skills
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Project
  • Able to work in both supervised and unsupervised environments
  • Coordinate with outside resources
  • Demonstrated ability to train skilled trades and engineering use of PLC logic to troubleshoot issues

Competencies/Skills:

  • Multi-tasking (working on multiple projects simultaneously)
  • Detail-oriented
  • Presentation skills
  • Proven leadership skills
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-solving/analytical skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Communications proficiency (written, verbal, and negotiation)
  • Time management (prioritizing and workflow)


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