Automation & Control Engineer

Smithfield Foods•Tar Heel, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Team as an Automation and Controls Engineer – Innovate the Future of Manufacturing! Are you passionate about cutting-edge technology and driving innovation in automation? As an Automation and Controls Engineer, you’ll be at the heart of revolutionizing our facility’s electrical control systems. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of automation, from development and implementation to maintenance and operation. Working alongside our dynamic automation team, you’ll help define and update the plant’s long-term technology roadmap, ensuring we stay ahead of the curve. You’ll play a critical role in maintaining and securing the automation infrastructure, ensuring all software and programs are backed up and up to date. Your expertise will blend fundamental controls knowledge with the latest advancements in automation technology, delivering creative solutions that tackle real-world manufacturing challenges and improve our processes every day.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 2+ years of controls engineering experience or related; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
Industrial Manufacturing experience required.
Experience troubleshooting and programming Rockwell PLC (RsLogix 500, RsLogix 5000, and Studio 500), HMI (FactoryTalk Studio ME and SE), Powerflex drives, Kenetix Servo drives, DeviceNet, ControlNet, Connected Components Workbench are required.
Experience troubleshooting hardwired systems and print reading (US and European style prints) required.
Must be comfortable working with low (24v DC) to High (4160v AC) voltages.
Must be able to multi-task several projects, or projects and troubleshooting duties at once.
Must have a good work ethic and be self-motivated

Nice To Haves

Food or pharmaceutical manufacturing experience.
Experience troubleshooting and Programming of Siemens PLC (TIA portal), HMI (TIA Portal), and Drives (TIA Portal).
Networking experience is a plus.
Previous experience with the Ignition platform is a plus.
Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Responsibilities

Program and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and Variable Frequency Drives to optimize production systems and improve efficiency.
Dive into electrical troubleshooting and repair to keep our operations running at peak performance.
Mentor less experienced floor electricians, providing guidance and support as they develop their skills.
Plan and execute automation projects from start to finish with minimal supervision, ensuring timely and successful completion.
Continuously seek production process improvements that minimize downtime and make troubleshooting simpler and more effective for the team.
Develop and standardize software and hardware architectures for automation projects, collaborating with multiple teams for smooth implementation.
Lead the charge in selecting the best technology for automation and present a clear technology roadmap for immediate and long-term growth.
Always follow safety, food safety, and USDA guidelines to maintain a safe, compliant, and efficient work environment.

Benefits

Robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs
Out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers
Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost
Support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more
Comprehensive training and professional development programs
LinkedIn Learning access on-demand courses, professional certificates, and skill-based training
Tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs
Leadership development initiatives
Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children
Education Reimbursement Program provides financial reimbursement to team members who want to further their formal education by obtaining a GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma or by pursuing an academic degree at an accredited college or university that is not a Guild learning partner.