Engineering, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic, Automation & Mechatronics Engineer

I&E Specialist

At Pilgrim's, safety is a condition — the safety of our team members always comes first.

The Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Specialist is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and continuous improvement of electrical, instrumentation, and automated control systems throughout the facility. This position provides technical support to maintenance and production teams to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. The I&E Specialist will utilize expertise in PLCs, motor controls, instrumentation, electrical distribution systems, and process automation to identify issues, implement corrective actions, and support ongoing process improvements.

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, instrumentation, and control systems throughout the facility.
• Perform preventive maintenance (PM) activities on electrical and automation equipment.
• Assist with the implementation, startup, and optimization of new control systems and equipment.
• Research, recommend, and develop improved electrical and control processes to increase reliability and efficiency.
• Monitor recurring equipment failures, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Identify weaknesses within electrical and automation systems and develop long-term solutions.
• Interpret and apply electrical schematics, control drawings, technical manuals, and specifications.
• Program, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC systems, HMIs, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and related automation equipment.
• Support production and maintenance personnel by providing technical expertise and troubleshooting assistance.
• Train operators and maintenance technicians on equipment operation, controls, troubleshooting, and best practices.
• Assist with maintaining compliance with applicable electrical codes, company policies, and safety standards.
• Document modifications, repairs, and changes to electrical and control systems.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and reliability programs.
• Support plant projects, equipment installations, and system upgrades.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and system performance.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by management.

Why work for Pilgrim's?

• Schedule:
  
  Monday – Friday 7:00AM – 3:30PM with some weekends work required
• Benefits:
  Vision, medical, and dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment
• Paid Time Off:
  Sick leave, vacation, company observed holidays or any other statutorily required paid leave.
• 401(k):
  Company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule.
• Career Development:
  Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs.

Pilgrim's is a leading global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. The company processes, prepares, packages, and delivers fresh, frozen, and value-added food products for customers in more than 100 countries. Pilgrim's operates protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K, the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe.

Our mission:
To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.

Our core values are:
Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, and Sincerity