Sr. Controls Specialist

Socket.dev; Zumbrota (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev seeks an engineering professional to lead process controls and electrical design for plant improvements. You will guide projects from concept through implementation, coordinating with vendors and contractors to meet schedules and budgets.

The role requires strong knowledge of HMI, ControlLogix, electrical schematics, and VFD control with a focus on GMP and safety in a food processing environment.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in engineering (preferably electrical) or related field.
• 5–8 years of multidisciplinary technical experience in food industry, including plant construction or expansion.
• Experience with HMI and ControlLogix programming, one-line diagrams, electrical schematics, pumps and VFD control.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on controls, electrical design, construction, and maintenance matters; investigate problems and propose solutions.
• Develop, organize, and maintain process controls and electrical specifications, standards, and parameters for process stability and efficiency.
• Manage multiple engineering projects for assigned locations; coordinate with vendors and contractors.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Process controls

Project management

Vendor management

Leadership

Education

Bachelors in Engineering (Electrical preferably)

Tools

HMI programming

ControlLogix

Electrical schematics

Job description

General Purpose

Facilitate new site construction, expansion, renovation, or equipment and facility design with expertise regarding process controls, electrical engineering, and related systems and equipment. This position primarily supports single plant facilities and assists other facilities with controls support and refinement as needed.

Job Duties and ResponsibilitIes

• Provide management with information and guidance on all aspects of controls, electrical design, construction, and maintenance matters. Investigate and report on problems and recommend solutions
• Develop, organize, and maintain process controls and electrical engineering specifications, standards, and process equipment operational parameters to ensure process stability while maximizing manufacturing process efficiencies
• Develop and manage implementation of overall process control and electrical engineering plans and projects for assigned location. Manage multiple projects, vendors, and contractors as related to implementation of engineering plans
• Maintain capital budget and equipment schedules in accordance with plant construction, expansion, or new product objectives
• Communicate with DFA personnel on projects, priorities, timetables, and budgets
• Serve as technical authority on process controls and electrical engineering matters. Approve technical specifications on drawings and literature for process controls and electrical engineering
• Reduce facility and manufacturing operating costs by providing best option technical solutions and utilizing best method analyses towards improving internal systems
• Remain current knowledge of engineering trends and developments for application. Recommend changes in policies and procedures as appropriate
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required.Other duties may be assigned as required

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Undergraduate degree in engineering (preferably electrical engineering) or related curriculum (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• 5 to 8 years of multi-disciplinary technical experience in food industry (preferably dairy), including plant construction and/or expansion or related field
• Experience with HMI and ControlLogix Programming, one-line and electrical schematic design, electrical equipment, or other relevant technologies (i.e., pump and VFD control, configuration, and instrumentation)
• Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of architectural, mechanical, electrical and process engineering with emphasis on process controls
• Knowledge of Federal Drug Administration (FDA), GMP, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) policies and regulations
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems
• Knowledge of regulatory codes and translating into blueprints and schematics
• Knowledge of project management processes, techniques, and tools
• Skill in planning, organization, analysis, and leadership
• Skill in contractor and vendor management
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to think ahead and plan for one to three year timeframe
• Able to complete problem analysis and resolution for both strategic and functional levels
• Able to manage projects for multiple plants simultaneously
• Able to lead people and get results through others
• Able to communicate with diverse range of individuals to ensure needs and requirements are met
• Able to think creatively and develop short- and long-range innovation
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans