Senior Automation and Controls Engineer

Joining King’s Hawaiian makes you part of our ohana (family). We are a family-owned business for over seventy years, respecting our roots while thinking about our future as we continue to grow and care for our customers and the communities we serve. Our ohana members build an environment of inclusivity as they freely collaborate, pursue learning through curiosity, and explore innovation as critical thinkers. Beyond that, we are also passionate about supporting the long-term health and well-being of our employees and their families. If you’re excited to rise with our team, come and join our `ohana!

Working under direct supervision of Sr. Manager Technology and Automation Engineering, the Sr. Controls and Automation Engineer will design, implement, and maintain electrical and control systems in a bakery manufacturing environment; will provide electrical and control systems design support to Plant Engineering and Project Engineering teams; will collaborate with Engineering and Operations teams to provide solutions to any control system issues that arise from time to time; will ensure that all of King’s Hawaiian’s electrical and control specifications are implemented by equipment suppliers without any issues.

This individual may interact with their leader daily as needed to receive guidance and feedback. Some non-routine activities may require their leader’s advance approval, but routine decisions within the general scope of the role may be made independently.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and implement PLC and HMI applications to improve the manufacturing process.
• Collaborate on the design of industrial control systems for new equipment or redesign for existing equipment.
• Work with project engineers to test & verify equipment and line control programs and identify any design deficiencies.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to ensure company wide controls and automation strategy is followed.
• Communicate with industry experts in controls and automation hardware and software to improve existing equipment control systems to ensure up to date hardware and software is in place in line with company strategy.
• Create, maintain and update electrical schematics using AutoCAD as needed.
• Assist in the troubleshooting of complex automation issues through various control systems using RSLogix 5000, Studio 5000, FactoryTalk Studio ME, FactoryTalk Studio SE, and other applications.
• Communicate locally and organizationally with department heads and other key teammates to ensure equipment problems are addressed in a timely fashion.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of this role.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE)

• Associates degree or diploma from an accredited college or equivalent relevant experience required; course work with emphasis in controls and automation is preferred.
• At least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in automation & controls with a focus on manufacturing and control systems programming and integration, preferably in the food and beverage or consumer products industry.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (JOB SKILLS, ABILITIES, KNOWLEDGE)

• Proven PLC/PAC/HMI/Network programming knowledge applying Allen-Bradley RSLogix 500, RSLogix 5000, Studio 5000, FactoryTalk Studio ME/SE, FT Transaction Manager, FT Historian, Ethernet/IP, AutoCad, SQL, OPC Servers, and MS Office Suite.
• Strong PLC/PAC/HMI/Networking hardware knowledge including ControlLogix, CompactLogix, GuardLogix, MicroLogix, PanelView Plus 6/7, VersaView, managed/unmanaged ethernet switches, and others.
• Must be familiar with communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, and serial communication.
• Must be able to take projects from design to implementation with minimal supervisory input.
• Proven experience in configuration and operation of Variable Frequency and Servo Drives with an emphasis on Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 70, 700, 525, Kinetix, and SEW Euro drives (MoviMot and MoviDrive). Strong knowledge of networking VFD’s ( Ethernet and serial).
• Able to operate various diagnostic equipment such as digital multimeter, ammeter, etc.
• Ability to diagnose electrical and controls problems, determine root causes, and supply short/long term solutions quickly and efficiently.
• Familiar with SAP and/or MES systems. SAP DM experience is a plus.
• Strict alignment to safety rules and regulations.
• Able to successfully work in a team environment.
• National Electrical code application experience.
• Strong verbal, organizational and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.
• Ability to consistently demonstrate King’s values of excellence, dignity, saying it like it is in a way it can be heard, curiosity, collaboration, critical thinking and emotional intelligence.

King's Hawaiian is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our ohana.