Sr Manufacturing Systems Engineer
About The Position
The Sr Manufacturing Systems Engineer is responsible for developing, troubleshooting, and maintaining the plant’s Process Controls infrastructure. The role provides technical and problem-solving support to plant operations and maintenance crews, and supports plant maintenance strategies and automation goals. It also manages automation projects, maintains plant process control systems, interfaces with equipment and instrumentation, and works with corporate Process Control to uphold automation, control, and integration standards. The position includes mentoring junior Process Control technicians, on-call support, and remote plant support. Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment, with regular exposure to manufacturing areas for up to eight hours per workday. Plant conditions may include loud noise, heat, cold, wet or slippery surfaces, dirt, fumes, smoke, odors, and allergens. The role involves extended sitting and computer use, repetitive hand and arm movements, bending, reaching, working overhead or under equipment, and regularly climbing stairs or ladders. Work may take place in freezer temperatures from -20°F to 35°F and plant temperatures from 37°F to 90°F. A valid driver’s license and a driving record meeting Lamb Weston standards are required.
Requirements
- 5–7 years of controls and electrical maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
- 3–5 years of engineering experience in project or maintenance work.
- PLC certification or equivalent.
- Advanced working knowledge of PLC systems, PLC programming, instrumentation, and PLC system troubleshooting.
- Proficiency with Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, and serial communications protocols.
- Proficiency with FactoryTalk View SE, FactoryTalk View ME, FactoryTalk View Studio, FactoryTalk AssetCentre, FactoryTalk Gateway, Studio 5000 Logix Designer, RSLogix 5000, RSLogix 5, RSLinx Classic, Connected Components Workbench, Microsoft Windows, and Microsoft Office.
- Proficiency with control hardware and systems including CTI, Texas Instruments, Allen-Bradley controllers, I/O devices, networks, HMIs, ControlLogix, CompactLogix, MicroLogix, Micro-800, PLC-5, and SLC-500 families; PanelView Plus and PanelView Component HMIs; and Ethernet/IP, ControlNet, DeviceNet, DH+, DH-485, and RIO networks.
- Excellent PLC development, troubleshooting, and programming skills.
- Ability to read and interpret plant drawings, detailed equipment schematics, and O&M manuals.
- Strong computer application skills, including network and PC business application software.
- Working knowledge of the NEC and Washington specialty codes, and ability to ensure plant electrical work is performed according to code.
- Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to follow and implement standards.
- Valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets Lamb Weston Driving Standards.
- Ability to perform the physical duties described, including repetitive arm, wrist, and hand movements; working overhead or under equipment; climbing; and operating work-related equipment.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Washington Electrical Journeyman license or Washington Electrical Supervisor license.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot PLC control programs day to day to support plant operations.
- Manage automation-related projects.
- Support and manage programming, development, and maintenance of plant Process Control systems.
- Mentor junior Process Control technicians by providing training and instruction in Process Control concepts and plant operations.
- Interface with equipment and instrumentation, including optimization, calibration, specification, and interface programming.
- Interface with disparate control systems and OEM-supplied systems and equipment.
- Work with corporate Process Control to maintain automation and control goals, specifications, and integration standards.
- Support and execute plant-specific maintenance strategies to achieve key performance goals for maintenance performance.
- Provide technical and problem-solving support to plant operations and maintenance crews.
- Execute the overall platform and plant automation and controls vision.
- Provide on-call and remote-access plant support.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care, Health Reimbursement Accounts, and Health Savings Accounts.
- Well-being programs, including companywide events and a wellness incentive program.
- Paid Time Off.
- 401(k) plan with company contributions.
- Financial planning services.
- Employee stock purchase program.
- Life and accident insurance.
- Family-friendly employee events.
- Employee Assistance Program services, including mental health and concierge-type services.
- Compensation and bonus incentive programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
