Automation Engineer
Company: Schreiber Foods
Location: Grand Rapids
Posted on: May 5, 2024
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Job Description:
The purpose of this position is to provide productivity,
quality, and capacity improvements within an automated dairy
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.--This position is located at our plant in Grand Rapids,
MI.What you'll do:Execute Electrical, Instrumentation, and controls
(IEC) projects against commitments (cost, schedule, and
performance) while adhering to Schreiber's Enterprise Project
Management (EPM) principlesManage and oversee performance of
electrical and engineering contractorsImprove production efficiency
and uptime through identification and implementation of controls
optimization opportunitiesProactively monitor and maintain plant
control systems including: network health, controller
functionality, obsolesce managementEstablish and maintain
electrical, automation, and controls related standardsCoach and
train plant maintenance team members on electrical automation
topicsWhat you will need to succeed:Bachelor's degree in Electrical
Engineering or related field3+ years of experience with electrical
control system programming, electrical system design, power
distribution, project management, and equipment
installations.Skills: (Describe any special skill and/or competency
requirements applicable to this position.)Relevant industrial
co-op/intern or other experience.Fundamental knowledge and
familiarity of NEC, NFPA70E, and electrical theory.Proven ability
in finding issues, conceptualizing practical solutions,
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.The 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).Preferred Qualifications10+ years
of experience with electrical control system programming,
electrical system design, power distribution, project management,
and equipment installations.Experience with dairy processing and
packaging applicationsProgramming experience with Rockwell Logix
5000 PLCs, motion control, Panelview HMIs, and GE Ifix.Proven
leadership experience in a manufacturing environmentExpertise
across multiple technologies and ability to effectively provide
project work direction to a broad range of team members.
Keywords: Schreiber Foods, Grand Rapids , Automation Engineer, Engineering , Grand Rapids, Michigan
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