Lead Engineer Controls (Onsite)

StartupNWA; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods in the United States is seeking an experienced IT leader to oversee and provide expert technical direction for technology-based processes. This position develops and manages environments for each department and ensures IT service levels are met while collaborating with decision makers to implement cost-effective solutions that support mission-critical operations.

You will define IT policies, standards and best practices, drive SDLC, assess new technologies, and guide vendors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or other technical area. Equivalent work experience may be acceptable.
• 6+ years of experience in Information Systems or related area with proven programming experience.
• SCADA (Ignition and iFix), 4GL programming, scripting, server based, and SQL.
• PLC knowledge: programming, commissioning, troubleshooting in industrial environments; ladder logic and Modicon experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to explain technical info to non-technical staff.
• Advanced SDLC understanding and ability to develop specifications, configurations, and programs to meet requirements.

Responsibilities

• provide technical direction and recommendations to team members and IS management
• understand and ensure compliance to IS standards and methodology
• recommend and develop plans for systems development and operations
• hardware, software and equipment purchases
• negotiate with technical personnel and customers for services, products and direction
• review and advise groups in the selection, usage and maintenance of technology solutions
• provide direction to the vendors and stay current on the latest technologies of the systems supported by the organization to assist in the future planning of necessary IT initiatives
• other duties as assigned.

Skills

SCADA systems

Ignition

iFix

4GL programming

PLC programming

SQL

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Systems

Tools

Ignition SCADA

iFix SCADA

Job description

Job Details:

SUMMARY:

This position's primary responsibility is to oversee and provide expert technical direction for technology-based processes. This individual's principal goals are to develop and manage specific technical environments for each department and to attain all IT service level agreements for the user community within the organization. The lead will plan and provide direction and support for IT solutions that enhance mission-critical business operations. This position will work closely with decision makers in other departments to identify, recommend, develop, implement, and support cost-effective solutions for all aspects of the organization. This person will also help to define and implement IT policies, standards, procedures, and best practices.

• provide technical direction and recommendations to team members and IS management
• understand and ensure compliance to IS standards and methodology
• recommend and develop plans for systems development and operations
• hardware, software and equipment purchases
• negotiate with technical personnel and customers for services, products and direction
• review and advise groups in the selection, usage and maintenance of technology solutions
• provide direction to the vendors and stay current on the latest technologies of the systems supported by the organization to assist in the future planning of necessary IT initiatives
• other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or other technical area. Equivalent work experience may be acceptable.

Experience: 6+ years of experience in Information Systems or related area with proven programming experience.

Computer Skills: SCADA (Ignition and iFix), 4GL programming, scripting, server based, and SQL.

PLC Skills: Knowledge in programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting PLC-based control systems in industrial environments. Experienced with ladder logic and structured programming, I/O mapping, HMI integration, and interpreting electrical schematics to diagnose faults and restore uptime. Strong hands-on PLC troubleshooting and programming experience, with Schneider Electric / Modicon is particularly important. They should be comfortable working in an environment containing both newer and legacy controls.

Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience communicating technical information to non-technical team members

Special Skills: Advanced understanding and experience with a System Development Lifecycle Methodology; advanced experience developing, reviewing, and/or modifying specifications, configurations, and programs to meet specified requirements; experience in the following: analyzing and interpreting information systems proposals, evaluating and developing alternative implementation plans, reviewing and developing coding standards and working productively in a cross functional team advanced knowledge of relevant multi-user computer systems, applications, and/or equipment; knowledge of current technology developments and trends; extensive problem-solving skills; experience developing and executing integrated test plans; basic project management capabilities.

Travel

Some travel may be required. Amount of travel will be determined by individual project requirements.

Not eligible for immigration/work authorization support now or in the future

Not eligible for relocation assistance

All professional team members are expected to demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs. Individual Contributors should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI. People Leaders should demonstrate the ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.

Relocation Assistance Eligible

No

Work Shift

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.