Lead Controls Engineer - TSO

J.M. Smucker Co•Decatur, AL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Your Opportunity a Lead Controls Engineer - TSO The Lead Controls Engineer will lead and support automation, controls, and technology initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites. Responsibilities include setting and maintaining engineering standards, engaging vendors to drive innovation, and providing corporate technical support. While collaborating closely with plant leadership, engineering, and operations teams, this role focuses on accelerating automation and technology through smaller, less complex projects that deliver impactful improvements. Location: You can pick to work at any of these locations: Orrville, OH, Arkadelphia, AR, Buffalo, NY, Columbus, GA, Decatur, AL, Emporia, KS, Lexington, KY, Longmont, CO, McCalla, AL, Memphis, TN, New Orleans, LA, Scottsville, KY, or Topeka, KS Work Arrangements: Approximately 30% Travel to other sites 100% on-site at the plants. AM Shift (Mon-Fri 8am-5pm) – Flexibility required. Willingness to flow to the work as needed In this Role You Will: Projects: Support, lead, or manage smaller automation, controls, and technology projects at manufacturing sites, including possible installation oversight. Collaborate with engineering and operations leaders from feasibility through startup and CQV (commissioning/qualification/verification). Standards and Best Practices: Apply, maintain, and develop engineering standards to ensure consistency and compliance with NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, NFPA 79, NEC, OSHA 1910. Communicate standards, guidance, and recommendations to engineering and controls personnel at the sites. Vendor Engagement: Work closely with vendors to establish accurate quotations and resolving issues when needed. Leverage our internal resources to ensure terms and conditions are acceptable. Proactively engage with outside companies to explore new technologies. Corporate Support: Provide C&IS support to operations, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Support MES and IS Operations when priorities align. Automation Landscape: Understand current automation and technology state and drive targeted improvements, reapplications, and emerging technologies as part of the greater Operations Technology Team. Expert in Key Technologies: Serve as the subject matter expert for key technologies, providing guidance and support to the engineering and operations teams. The Right Role for You We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs , and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or 15+ years of equivalent plant experience
5+ years in controls/automation
3+ years in manufacturing
Strong knowledge of control hardware/software (Allen Bradley PLC and Rockwell FactoryTalk platforms)
Familiarity with NFPA and OSHA guidelines as they apply to electrical, controls, and automation

Nice To Haves

Knowledge with plant systems software (Proficy, Project Management, eAM, etc.)
Mechanical/electrical experience in food manufacturing
Ability to collaborate across departments and sites
Remote management capability
Strong judgement and adaptability

Responsibilities

Support, lead, or manage smaller automation, controls, and technology projects at manufacturing sites, including possible installation oversight.
Collaborate with engineering and operations leaders from feasibility through startup and CQV (commissioning/qualification/verification).
Apply, maintain, and develop engineering standards to ensure consistency and compliance with NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, NFPA 79, NEC, OSHA 1910.
Communicate standards, guidance, and recommendations to engineering and controls personnel at the sites.
Work closely with vendors to establish accurate quotations and resolving issues when needed.
Leverage our internal resources to ensure terms and conditions are acceptable.
Proactively engage with outside companies to explore new technologies.
Provide C&IS support to operations, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Support MES and IS Operations when priorities align.
Understand current automation and technology state and drive targeted improvements, reapplications, and emerging technologies as part of the greater Operations Technology Team.
Serve as the subject matter expert for key technologies, providing guidance and support to the engineering and operations teams.