Automation Engineer
Conagra Brands
- Waterloo, IA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Execution of projects cradle to grave. Startups, construction supervision, safety requirements.
- Develops project submittal packages that are complete and concise, and due diligence to ensure project success.
- Technology assessment and recommended solutions reflecting our industry practices;
- Physical location and general arrangement placements (drawing level); Infrastructure requirements assessment;
- You will report to the Plant Engineering Manager and work with Project Manager to determine preliminary Capital / Expense Estimates;
- Work with the Engineering Project Manager to determine a design schedule that meets that overall project schedule requirements; Equipment / System Performance criteria;
- Identification of Alternatives, Pre-requisites, Risks, and Opportunities;
- Write detailed functional control / electrical descriptions for the unit operation.
- Manage / coordinate projects independently.
- You will work in a team environment
- You will participate and build experiments in plant trials
- You will present technical reports to supervisor, both written and oral; Interpret, develop, and issue technical specifications
- Develop subject matter expertise of processing, filling and packaging operating systems for assigned areas
- You will have a fundamental understanding of a food manufacturing environment, a technical knowledge of equipment and may develop project management skills that can be applied to business initiatives
- You will stay up to date with latest food packaging technology and commercial applications.
- BS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics Engineering (with emphasis on controls of processing/packaging / filling equipment design / electrical).
- Controls Engineering emphasis is required in addition to practical experience of 5-7 years in food manufacturing and food controls system design.
- Proficient using AutoCAD software, electrical schematics
- Technical understanding of manufacturing systems and equipment
- Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insurance
- Wealth: great pay, incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
- Growth: online courses, virtual and classroom development experiences
- Balance: paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role)