Controls Engineer II - Wellston Plant

General Mills Operations, LLC.; United States; On-site; USD 71,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

General Mills’ Wellston, OH plant seeks a Controls Engineer to lead electrical and controls systems. You will work with project engineers, electricians, and external vendors to implement PLC and HMI solutions and ensure safety and reliability in manufacturing processes.

The role requires ABET-accredited engineering training and 3+ years of experience in electrical/controls, with strong knowledge of NEC/NFPA standards and plant practices. Some travel and shift flexibility may be required.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree in Electrical or Controls Engineering or similar.
• 3+ years of related experience.
• Experience with electrical codes (NEC, NFPA 70E, NFPA 79) and plant standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for electrical and controls systems across the Wellston Plant.
• Lead PLC and HMI hardware/software implementations and network commissioning.
• Troubleshoot and support operations and maintenance in controls and information systems.
• Coach and develop controls team and manage external integrators when needed.
• Support plant capital projects and obsolescence management for controls.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Controls engineering

PLC programming

HMI development

Field instrumentation

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

Wonderware Intouch

InSql

DAS

System Platform AB (Allen Bradley)

Panelview/PanelView Plus

RSLinx

Job description

Company Overview

We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.

Position Overview

The General Mills Wellston, OH Plant manufactures Totino’s Pizza and Pizza Rolls. The Controls Engineer will provide technical leadership for electrical and controls systems for all areas of the Wellston Plant. This position requires considerable interaction with project engineers, systems engineers, electricians, plant floor personnel, leadership team, and external engineers and vendors.

Key Accountabilities

• Contribute to a safety culture that strives for zero injuries by proactively identifying and addressing physical/environmental/behavioral issues and implementing best practices for safety reliable control circuits
• Ensure existing and new equipment and infrastructure meets applicable electrical codes (NEC, NFPA 70E, NFPA 79, etc.) and GMI Global CIS Standards
• Provide tactical and troubleshooting support to operations and maintenance in the area of controls and information systems
• Provide strategic support for engineering, operations, and maintenance to drive out losses in the manufacturing process by leveraging existing and emerging control system technology and methodologies
• Implementation of PLC and HMI hardware/software and manufacturing networks in accordance with GMI standards
• Build and maintain a strong working relationship with engineers, operations and maintenance leadership, controls techs, floor personnel, and external engineers/vendors
• Provide technical coaching and development for controls team
• Manage electrical and controls architecture, including servers, PLC’s HMI’s, and VFD’s
• Provide input into the plants capital plan and proactively manage obsolescence of controls systems
• Support plant capital projects as a controls and electrical systems lead.
• Manage electrical/controls related capital projects as necessary
• Manage external integrators as necessary

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from ABET- accredited program, Degrees preferred: Electrical or Controls Engineering
• 3+ years of related experience
• Hardware application, programming and integration experience with the following: Wonderware Intouch, InSql, DAS, and System Platform AB (Allen Bradley)
• Control Logix, PLC5, SLC; Panelviews; Panelview Plus’, InCuity, and RSLinx AB and Indramat Servo Controllers
• Serial, RIO, DH+, Ethernet, ControlNet and DeviceNet Communications
• Knowledge of computers, servers and Windows Operating Systems
• VFDs; Load Cells; Metering Feeders; Control Valves, Level, Pressure, Temperature, Flow, Position, Presence devices and other common field devices
• Ability to interpret and apply the NEC, NFPA 70E, GMI Corporate and other standards to the plant equipment and projects
• Solid experience in leading with Electrical Contractors and Third Party Controls Integrators as part of capital project initiatives
• Experience with Process Control, Packaging Control, Equipment Specification and Panel Design
• Provide strategic support for engineering, operations, and maintenance to drive out losses in the manufacturing process by leveraging existing and emerging control system technology and methodologies
• Implementation of PLC and HMI hardware/software and manufacturing networks in accordance with GMI standards
• Ability to troubleshoot PLC’s at the code level and troubleshoot equipment and wiring
• Good problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Commitment to Continuous Improvement and use of the tools to drive improvements
• Ability to train and pass skills on to others.
• Demonstrated strong communication abilities and interpersonal skills
• High technical aptitude and learning agility
• Willing to provide support off shift and/or on weekends to support 24 hour plant operations, as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of and experience with power distribution and associated equipment (24V, 120V, 208V, 230V, 240V, 277V, 480V, 4160V)
• AutoCAD experience

Additional Considerations

International relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be considered. Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is: $71,300 - $107,000 Annual At General Mills we strive for each employee's pay at any point in their career to reflect their experiences performance and skills for their current role. The salary range for this role represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, educations, skills, work experience, certifications, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range. Beyond base salary, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support and perks. Benefits may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. An incentive award, if any, depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance.

Eligibility

Applicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

General Mills is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or familial status, status regarding public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.

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