Job SummaryJoin our team as an
Senior Engineer - Automation & Controls at our newly launched, state-of-the-art facility in Chilton, WI. In this dynamic role, you'll lead mid to large scale equipment optimization projects, implement new automation technologies, and provide technical support for our processing systems. You'll collaborate with high-performance teams to drive project execution, define timelines and budgets, and ensure alignment with our operational goals.
We're looking for a hands-on engineer who's passionate about safety, quality, and continuous improvement. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact at a startup facility backed by industry expertise-while contributing to a positive, innovative, and team-driven culture.
What you need to be considered for the role:- Associate Degree in Electrical Controls or other related field required.
- Associate's Degree and eight (8) or more years of related experience with controls and instrumentation systems; or Bachelor's Degree and six (6) or more years of related engineering experience required.
- Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose problems and recommend improvements.
- Ability to interpret a variety of technical information, instructions and details and utilize to guide methods and procedures.
- Planning and prioritization skills, innovation, multi-tasking, goal setting, analytical skills, adaptable, continuously looking to raise the bar for progress.
- Ability to understand, influence, drive, and negotiate with internal and external customers.
- Strong written, verbal and presentation skills.
- Advanced PC skills including Windows, Microsoft Office Suite and Engineering and design software.
- Advanced knowledge in mathematical concepts such as fractions, ratios, value analysis, thermodynamics, to resolve engineering designs and problems.
- Must have experience and advanced proficiency with industrial automation control systems in all of the following:
- Motor Control and Power Distribution
- Industrial Electrical Enclosure design and construction
- Rockwell Programmable Logic Controllers PLCs (Rockwell ControlLogix, CompactLogix, SLC500, PLC5)
- Industrial Human Machine Interface systems (Rockwell, Ignition Software, Wonderware)
- AC Variable Speed Drive Systems and Servo Drive Systems
- Industrial Control Safety circuits, sensors and practices
- Industrial Controls Networks, (Ethernet IP, ControlNet, DeviceNet, DH+ and RemoteIO)
- Microsoft Operating Systems Desktop and Server Based
- Industrial Historian Systems (Rockwell, Wonderware, Ignition)
- Industrial Reporting Systems (Rockwell VantagePoint, Wonderware)
- Distributed HMI systems
Preferred:- Bachelors Degree in related Engineering field preferred.
- Project management certification and/or Professional Engineering license preferred.
- Knowledge of USDA, FDA, OSHA and environmental regulations, codes, and standards.
