Automation Engineer: PLC & Electrical Projects Lead

conagrabrands; Quincy (MI); On-site; USD 64,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Paid time off

Parental leave

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Conagra Brands in Michigan is seeking a Maintenance Engineer who will lead automation and electrical projects to support safe, efficient plant operations.

You will troubleshoot, program PLCs and HMIs, develop training, and align IT/OT infrastructure with company standards while supporting safety, quality and continuous improvement across the site. This role may require on-site presence and after-hours collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, electronics, information technology, or related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• At least 1 year of programmable logic controller (PLC) programming experience.
• Knowledge of electrical principles and components such as HMIs, servo controllers, VFDs, sensors and instrumentation.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to apply engineering principles in complex situations.
• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments (FDA, USDA, or Process Safety Management) is a plus.
• Reading and interpreting safety rules, blueprints, electrical schematics, and P&IDs.
• Proficiency with standard computer programs including email and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily automation support to operations and facilities teams.
• Execute automation and electrical projects to improve equipment reliability and performance.
• Develop and deliver training to strengthen automation, electrical, and instrumentation knowledge across the site.
• Align information technology and operational technology infrastructure, programming, and equipment with company standards.
• Participate in daily production meetings and support Early Management and Preventive Maintenance initiatives.
• Partner on equipment obsolescence planning and ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and GMP requirements.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards.
• Communicate effectively and collaborate across teams, including providing off-hours support as needed.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical principles

Instrumentation & sensors

Problem-solving

Reading blueprints & diagrams

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

HMI software

Servo controllers

VFDs

Job description

Conagra Brands in Michigan is seeking a Maintenance Engineer who will lead automation and electrical projects to support safe, efficient plant operations.

You will troubleshoot, program PLCs and HMIs, develop training, and align IT/OT infrastructure with company standards while supporting safety, quality and continuous improvement across the site. This role may require on-site presence and after-hours collaboration.