Controls Engineer

Job Summary

Serves as engineering lead in the electrical/controls discipline and resource across the organization. Job duties include developing and improving sitewide electrical control design and control safety standards and supporting project teams in developing and executing the electrical/controls scope of work. The position also develops and implements programs that build ConAgra control capabilities. This is geared to develop subject matter expertise in Food Plant Control Systems and manage and lead corporate wide programs. 

Position Responsibilities

• Navigate and program all Allen Bradley Software Platforms (RS Logix 5, RS Logix 500, RS Logix 5000, Studio 5000, Factory Talk View ME)
• Program Allen Bradley and ABB Variable Frequency Drives, managed network switches (Stratix), Process Control Devices.
• Check Monitor, maintain and install building automation system for HVAC, fume hoods, exhaust fans, environmental growth chambers and related systems.
• Collaborates with all platform engineering groups to develop annual and 3-year capital plans by recommending automation, controls, and power distribution improvements and solutions that are commercially proven in both concept and performance to meet platform cost and growth goals.
• Assists in developing site wide standards, guidelines, and templates for automation, control hardware, software, and programming.
• Assists in developing and implementing programs to build plant control systems and support systems such as servo control, HMI’s, Networking, and VFD’s
• Provides site wide support for control obsolescence and control software update issues.
• Collaborates with the technical and procurement group to help manage and drive value and cost savings from Rockwell as a strategic supplier.
• Assists in developing rough order of magnitude estimates to give the business a directional early view of a project and the robustness of the business case.
• Works with other engineering disciplines to assist in designing and specifying complete and effective control solutions within the enterprise-wide method of Front Ending Loading Packages (FEL’s)
• Performs reviews (own work and peer reviews) of FEL packages or equivalent for accuracy, completeness, and operational effectiveness including but not limited to:
  • Control Wiring and Safety Circuit Drawings
  • User Requirement and Functional Requirement Documents
  • Technology assessment and recommendation evaluation that reflect plant, ConAgra, and industry best-in-class practices.
  • Equipment and system performance criteria
  • Identification of Alternatives, Pre-requisites, Risks, and Opportunities
• Provides on-site technical support to project and plant teams during design reviews, initial start-up activities, and periods of focused improvement implementation.
• Provides emergency technical support where equipment may need modification for immediate improvement in an upset condition.
• Assists in providing recommendation, evaluation, and oversight of 3rd party integrators as required
• Keeps current and incorporates as needed the latest automation and control technology and commercial application of the same
• Keeps current and incorporates as needed the latest and emerging industry regulations and codes relative to automation, controls, and system design and operation

• Position Qualifications

• A BS degree in Electrical Engineering in addition to practical experience (3-10 yrs.) in electrical/control system design.
• Knowledge with Rockwell Automation/Allen Bradley PLC's, Panel View HMI’s, and Rockwell Automation Software - RSLogix5000 and FTView.
• A minimum of 3+ years’ experience in PLC programming or equivalent amount of technical schooling and experience.
• Network integration capabilities, PLC's, HMI’s, and CIP
• Understanding of network hardware and software security
• Must have the ability to work with integration and ERP systems.
• Effective in working collaboratively within a matrix organization.
• Strong leadership qualities, verbal and written communication skills
• Understanding of food manufacturing regulations a plus
• Excellent technical knowledge, technical analysis, problem solving skills and project organizational skills are required. Proven ability to work within a multi-plant and cross-functional matrix organization.
• Experience in food manufacturing operations and food manufacturing conceptual design is an advantage.

Our Benefits:

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:

• Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement
• Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
• Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement
• Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities

Our Company:

Conagra Brands is one of North America's leading branded food companies. We have a rich heritage of making great food, and a team that’s passionate about innovation and growth. Conagra offers choices for every occasion through iconic brands, such as Birds Eye®, Marie Callender's®, Banquet®, Healthy Choice®, Slim Jim®, Reddi-wip®, and Vlasic®, and emerging brands, including Angie's® BOOMCHICKAPOP®, Duke's®, Earth Balance®, Gardein®, and Frontera®.

We pride ourselves on having the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in the food industry. For more information, visit www.conagrabrands.com.

Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. ​