Electrical Control Engineer

Carolina Foods is the founding bakery of Duchess Brand snacks and creator of one of America's first Honey Buns. Our business has been in operation since 1934, and our products are synonymous with quality, innovation, and a longer shelf-life.

We are a manufacturer of sweet baked goods and our products include a variety of delicious individually wrapped items, including : honey buns, baked pies, fried pies, and gem donuts to serve all customers' needs.

We are poised for major growth and expansion and are looking for driven individuals to join us on our journey. Google 'Falfurrias Carolina Foods' for more information.

Provide electrical and controls engineering support of facilities, manufacturing equipment, and utilities, including :

PLC, PC, and servo-controlled processing and packaging equipment.

Utility equipment including HVAC, boilers, air compressors, and chillers.

Bulk solids and liquid handling systems.

• Daily collaboration with Maintenance and Operations.
• Control engineering mentor to Automation Technicians, Maintenance Technicians, and Engineers.
• Full-cycle management of capital projects for both new equipment installations and improvements to existing installations.
• Demonstration of safety as a condition philosophy throughout the organization
• Provide engineering support of new product innovation opportunities.
• Serve as a mentor to operators and maintenance technicians to drive shop-floor equipment and process ownership.
• Analyze and own results / KPIs and act with urgency and pace.
• Always be a responsible steward of the brand, business team members, and stakeholders.
• Support the Preventive Maintenance program by performing PM activities and assisting in continuous program improvement.
• Provide written and oral communication to manufacturing team leaders and management.
• Support Engineering projects for both new equipment installations and improvements to existing installations.

DUTIES :

Read and interpret schematics, manuals, blueprints, and other technical documents

PERSONNEL REPORTING TO

AUTOMATION TECHNICIAN

Direct Reporting Responsibilities :

None

Indirect Reporting Responsibilities :

• Contractors
• OEMs
• Automation Technicians

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

Required

BS or technical degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.

2+ years demonstrated experience with automated manufacturing equipment, with an emphasis on electrical and control systems.

Hands-on attitude with the willingness and ability to work closely with personnel on the shop floor.

Preferred

7+ years demonstrated experience with automated manufacturing equipment, with an emphasis on electrical and control systems.

SCADA system experience, specifically selection and implementation

Ability to configure and program PLC, PC, and HMI / GUI systems.

Electrical License and willingness to maintain license while employed by Carolina Foods.

Experience in a GMP manufacturing environment.