Senior Controls Engineer

Missouriagconnection; Missouri; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation bonus of $10,000

401(k) match and ESOP

Annual childcare reimbursement up to $5,000

Wellness incentives

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Partners Helping Partners program

Job summary

Missouriagconnection is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to provide advanced controls engineering expertise in an automated dairy manufacturing environment. This on-site role in Mount Vernon, Missouri involves leading control optimization and supporting production teams.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and have 5-7 years of experience. The position offers relocation benefits, including a $10,000 bonus and comprehensive health benefits.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of professional experience in electrical and controls engineering.
• Deep understanding of SCADA, specifically the Ignition platform.
• Ability to explain technical concepts in a business context.

Responsibilities

• Execute electrical, instrumentation, and controls projects.
• Monitor and maintain plant control systems.
• Troubleshoot automation, electrical, and control system issues.

Skills

SCADA (Ignition platform)

Control system programming

Electrical system design

Power distribution

Equipment installations

Reading electrical drawings

Problem-solving

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Rockwell Logix 5000 PLCs

PanelView HMIs

GE iFix

Job description

Job Category

Engineering

Job Family

Systems & Controls Engineering

Job Description

The Senior Controls Engineer provides advanced controls engineering expertise to improve productivity, quality, and capacity within an automated dairy manufacturing environment. This role leads controls optimization, supports production and maintenance teams, executes capital projects, and applies emerging technologies to deliver reliable, safe, and high-performing automation solutions across manufacturing operations.

This role is 100% on-site at our Mount Vernon, Missouri 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 in alignment with cost, schedule, performance, and Enterprise Project Management (EPM) standards.
• Improve production efficiency, reliability, and uptime through identification and implementation of controls optimization opportunities.
• Proactively monitor, maintain, and support plant control systems, including network health, controller performance, and obsolescence management.
• Provide advanced production support by troubleshooting complex automation, electrical, and control system issues.
• Establish, maintain, and improve electrical, automation, and controls engineering standards and best practices.
• Manage and oversee the performance of electrical and controls contractors and external engineering resources.
• Coach and train plant maintenance and engineering partners on electrical, automation, and controls topics to build organizational capability.
• Evaluate, test, and apply new and emerging automation technologies to improve safety, performance, and business results.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on capital projects involving automation, controls, and electrical systems.
• Ensure engineering work complies with safety standards, electrical codes, food safety requirements, and company policies.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners including Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, and external suppliers.

What you will need to succeed

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Typically requires a minimum of 5-7 years of professional experience in electrical and controls engineering within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Deep understanding of SCADA, specifically the Ignition platform, both Vision and Perspective.
• Strong experience with control system programming, electrical system design, power distribution, and equipment installations.
• Proficiency reading and interpreting electrical drawings, schematics, and automation documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to identify issues, develop practical solutions, and implement through completion.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts in a business context.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, team-based environment.
• Willingness to support operations during non-typical hours as needed.

Preferred qualifications

• Extensive experience (10+ years) in controls engineering, automation, and electrical systems.
• Experience with dairy processing or food manufacturing environments.
• Programming experience with Rockwell Logix 5000 PLCs, motion control systems, PanelView HMIs, and GE iFix.
• Demonstrated technical leadership or informal project leadership experience across multiple technologies.

Eligible partners will receive

• Get not one, but TWO retirement benefits. When you join our employee‑owned company, you'll be part of our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one. In addition to an 8% 401(k) match into the ESOP, Schreiber will contribute an extra amount – about 8% of your earnings – toward your retirement every year. That's a company contribution of around 16% in retirement savings annually.
• Earn bonus pay. You'll have an opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year when we meet our company goals.
• Childcare costs. Get up to $5,000 annually to help you with the cost of childcare. Monthly contributions toward childcare expenses, including independent babysitters.
• Earn extra money for taking care of yourself. Eligible partners can earn a Wellness Incentive and receive an employer‑funded Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) to use on fitness, mental health, and other lifestyle expenses.
• Pursue development that’s relevant to your role, career goals and the company. Plus, we offer tuition reimbursement if you want to further your education to grow in your role at Schreiber.
• Access to medical, prescription drug, dental and vision benefits starting day one. This includes an onsite nurse and mental health counselor.
• Partners Helping Partners program. We have a program that’s completely organized by and for other partners who need extra help. It’s called Partners Helping Partners. We have hundreds of examples of partners organizing fundraisers to help out others going through a hard time.
• Benefits that support your whole life. Visit Schreiber – Care for you to see everything Schreiber offers to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future.

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.

For positions that require any amount of travel: Valid driver's license, auto insurance (at least state minimum - more might be required), acceptable driving record per Schreiber Foods discretion, and vehicle that will ensure applicant can meet the travel necessities of the position are required.

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