Controls Engineer

Nestle USA
King, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/28/2024

Job Details

We're a leader in the pet care industry, which means we're not only ahead in volume, profit and market share, but our associates dare to Stand Taller. We innovate new products, impart new agilities into existing processes, constantly advance pet nutrition, and always pay it forward in the form of service for our communities and families. Are you up for the dare?

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POSITION SUMMARY

As the Controls Engineer, you are a key site leader responsible for factory process control systems and networks to ensure operation, reliability, and continuous improvement for production and related site activities. In this role you will directly manage the Plant Controls systems, specifically with PLC programming, HMI/SCADA data acquisition, and instrument calibrations. You will design and/or approve electrical installations in accordance with proper codes and standards and provide technical oversight to ensure reliability and performance of electrical power distribution systems for the site (to include motor control and lighting).

  • Provide PLC and HMI/SCADA software and hardware support for the factory.
  • Assist in scope development, requirements, and objectives for control system/electrical related projects.
  • Develop and maintain the factory long term electrical and controls infrastructure plan.
  • Lead in maintaining up-to-date and complete electrical and controls as-built documentation.
  • Ensure proper filing documentation of (manuals, diagrams, instrument data sheets, software packages/licenses).
  • Coordinate and implement control system software upgrades.

REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field AND 3 years of experience with control systems in a manufacturing, industrial, military or related environment

OR
  • Associate's Degree in Engineering or related field AND 6 years of experience with control systems in a manufacturing, industrial, military or related environment

The approximate pay range for this position is $88,000-$118,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location.

Nestl offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage, and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position.Learn more

REQUISITION ID:

283118

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestl. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestl seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestl home.

The Nestl Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-.

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