Utilities Engineer

Smithfield Foods•Sioux Falls, SD

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Smithfield Foods is seeking an innovative, self-driven engineering professional to join their Engineering team. This role will focus on optimizing production processes and maximizing operational efficiency by analyzing data, crafting implementation plans, and identifying cutting-edge solutions to eliminate waste and reduce costs. The Utilities Engineer will specialize in managing and optimizing utility systems, with a focus on industrial refrigeration, boilers, and compressed air systems. This position will play a key role in designing, developing, and implementing innovative projects, troubleshooting and fine-tuning existing systems, and guiding regulatory compliance efforts. The role is part of a team shaping the future of food production and creating solutions that drive sustainability, innovation, and industry-leading performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering, Engineering Management, or related field and 2+ years of experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
RETA CIRO (Certified Industrial Refrigeration Operator) certification, International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration. ANSI/IIAR2 certification, Garden City Program Operator II certification, or equivalent certification from another nationally recognized ammonia training program; required.
Possess a theoretical understanding of industrial refrigeration systems and can apply that knowledge to the roles and responsibilities of the position.
Strong reading, math, writing, analytical skill required.
Perform assigned tasks efficiently with minimum supervision.
Energized by collaboration through travel to other locations. (50% of the time).

Nice To Haves

Electrical experience and troubleshooting in low and high voltage circuits, motors, and controls.
Waste water operations experience is preferred.
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

Support all US Fresh and Packaged Meat Facilities as required.
Work directly with facilities teams and project engineering on developing Capital Infrastructure Plans.
Engage professional refrigeration engineering resources during the design and development of projects.
Assist facilities and PSM Management Team in compliance related issues as requested.
Assist in developing designs including selecting equipment, obtaining quotes and scheduling work as requested.
Develop and assist in the implementation of resolutions to issues related to facility refrigeration systems.
Implement new systems and standardize equipment requirements.
Assist with the planning and budgeting process for various utilities engineering improvement projects, with the goal of meeting project expectations and time requirements.
Optimize utility systems based on facility operating requirements.
Identify and correct deficiencies within existing systems by performing load, charge, and relief calculations.
Research and assist in testing new technology.
Assess and understand complex operations and systems to support Operations management.