Controls Engineer

Schreiber Foods; Smithfield (UT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) match

Childcare support

Health savings account

Tuition reimbursement

Medical benefits

Job summary

Schreiber Foods is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to provide productivity and quality improvements at its Smithfield, Utah facility. The role involves executing automation projects, coaching team members, and optimizing control systems. Candidates should have a degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience, including proficiency with SCADA systems. This position offers a $10,000 relocation bonus and various benefits starting from day one.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in electrical control system programming and design.
• Deep understanding of SCADA, specifically the Ignition platform.
• Proficiency in reading and understanding electrical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Execute Electrical, Instrumentation, and Controls projects.
• Coach and train plant maintenance team members.
• Proactively monitor and maintain plant control systems.

Skills

Electrical control system programming

Systems design

Project management

Effective communication

Computer programming

Education

Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SCADA

Ignition platform

NEC/NFPA70E standards

Job description

Job Description

The purpose of this position is to provide productivity, quality, and capacity improvements within an automated food manufacturing environment through control systems optimization, maintenance automation training, production support, and execution of capital projects. Additionally, this individual will be responsible for ensuring that engineering and safety standards are followed, evaluating and applying new and emerging technologies, and leveraging an external view to obtain superior business results.

Job Category

Engineering

Job Family

Systems & Controls Engineering

Location

100% on-site at our Smithfield, Utah manufacturing facility.

Relocation Benefits

Receive a $10,000 relocation bonus plus a generous relocation package if relocating more than 50 miles for this position.

What You’ll Do

• Execute Electrical, Instrumentation, and Controls projects against commitments (cost, schedule, and performance) while adhering to Schreiber’s Enterprise Project Management (EPM) principles.
• Coach and train plant maintenance team members on electrical automation topics.
• Manage and oversee performance of electrical and engineering contractors.
• Improve production efficiency and uptime through identification and implementation of controls optimization opportunities.
• Proactively monitor and maintain plant control systems including network health, controller functionality, obsolescence management.
• Establish and maintain electrical, automation, and controls related standards.
• Develop Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Human-Machine Interface (HMI), Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and data reporting/dashboard solutions utilizing scripting and database systems to realize performance and safety improvements through operations systems.
• Together with the leadership team, ensure compliance with Food Safety and Food Quality Plans, in addition to customer requirements. Interpret and communicate customer requirements to plant production and/or support groups. Establish and audit PCPs, CCPs and Standard Operating Procedures to define and monitor processes, to ensure customer requirements are met. Review incidents during which the procedures are not met, and determine appropriate corrective action for partners failing to follow standard procedures.

What You Need To Succeed

• Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields.
• 5+ years of experience in electrical control system programming, electrical system design, power distribution, project management, and equipment installations.
• Deep understanding of SCADA, specifically the Ignition platform, both Vision and Perspective.
• Fundamental knowledge and familiarity of NEC, NFPA70E, and electrical theory.
• Proven ability in finding issues, conceptualizing practical solutions, and implementing through to completion.
• Proficiency with reading and understanding electrical drawings.
• Proficiency and aptitude with computer and automation programming.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to discuss technical issues in a business environment.
• Experience in creating flow charts, construction drawings, or other graphical methods to communicate intent to internal and external audiences.
• Ability to be effective working in a cross‑functional team environment.
• Willing and able to occasionally work and be on call during non-typical hours (e.g., nights, holidays, and weekends).

Benefits

• Two retirement benefits: Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one and an 8% 401(k) match into the ESOP, plus an additional company contribution of about 8% of earnings, for a total of approximately 16% annually.
• Earn bonus pay with incentive opportunities twice a year when company goals are met.
• Childcare support: up to $5,000 annually to help with childcare costs, with monthly contributions toward childcare expenses.
• Health savings: earn $1,200 in your HSA or a cash payout for prevention activities, plus a $600 lifestyle spending account for health, fitness, weight management, mental health, and social wellness reimbursements.
• Tuition reimbursement for pursuing development relevant to your role or career goals.
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision benefits starting day one, including onsite nurse and mental health counselor access.
• Partner support program: a community program organized by and for partners to help one another during hard times.

Travel Requirements

Valid driver's license, auto insurance (at least state minimum, more may be required), acceptable driving record per Schreiber Foods discretion, and a vehicle that will meet travel necessities of the position.

Employment Eligibility

Schreiber requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. If an applicant does not have current work authorization, Schreiber will determine, at its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization. However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer

An Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.