Sr. Manufacturing Automation Engineer

Schwan’s Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ Cheil Jedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like
Red Baron®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizzas; bibigo®, Pagoda® Asian-style snacks and we can’t forget Mrs. Smith’s® and Edwards® pies!We bring families and communities together through great food. Join our team and see the opportunities are real, and the sky is the limit; this isn’t just a job, it’s a seat at the table!

We are hiring a
Sr. Automation Engineer to work remotely anywhere in the United States.In this role you will leverage prior experience on multiple large-scale initiatives to execute highly complex capital projects within our plants to upgrade our current manual production lines into wholly automated platforms. These projects are entirely specific to automation upgrades, but the projects themselves are already set for you to execute.

• Leading the development of fully executable capital automation projects, provides project management services and acts as technical resource from just beyond the concept phase to execution.
• Aligning internal & external teams in supporting the Businesses annual capital plan(s) as needed.
• Providing project management services for assigned engineering projects.
• Partnering closely with 3rd party vendors and contractors to ensure timely execution and to remain within budgets.
• Developing overall project design including line specification project budgets, schedules and prepares project justification and develops capital requests including cash-flow forecasting.
• Providing specifications, bid preparation, and bid solicitation to secure best pricing or adjustments on work.
• Potentially fulfilling requirements for the Design phase (e.g. Risk analysis, design, Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA) Sanitary design Safety analysis);
  Implementation phase (e.g. Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) Site Acceptance Test (SAT)); and Start-up (e.g. Commissioning Qualification and Verification (CQV) planning Vertical Start-up (VSU) assessments) and successful handover to the plant.

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, Chemical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering (ABET accredited program preferred).
• 5+ years with successful project management leadership on multi-unit operation projects, ideally within automation environments.
• Understanding of drawing/drifting practices with ability to use CAD as needed, with ability to read and approve provided 3rd party CAD drawings.
• Advanced knowledge of processing packaging & facility systems along with working knowledge of food manufacturing engineering quality and research functions.
• Working knowledge of USDA, FDA, OSHA, EPA, City, and/or State agencies etc. for both manufacturing processes and building requirements.

Education:

Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology required (Electrical preferred, Chemical, Mechanical). ABET accredited program is strong preference.

Experience:

7+ years experience in Manufacturing. 5+ years of engineering experience with a focus on electrical and control systems. Previous experience with manufacturing food and beverage or consumer packaged goods companies is required. Previous experience in plant operations and industrial environments is required. Previous experiences with budgeting in a multi-site manufacturing capacity. Experience in project engineering including scope definition, cost estimation and tracking.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Demonstrates project management leadership, problem-solving, decision making, troubleshooting, communications, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work with a team and influencediverse groups at various levels and across functions. Strong understanding of the fundamentals of electrical automation and control systems. Strong knowledge and understanding of the primary codes and safety requirements applicable to controls safety systems, robotics, and power distribution equipment and systems.

Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma concepts and ability to use a CAD System is…