Electrical Engineer for Food Manufacturing

At Wise Foods, we're committed to giving you great-tasting snacks that you can enjoy with family and friends. After all, that's what Wise was built on. And after 90 years, we still use the highest quality ingredients that are backed by exceptional customer service. From potato chips to popcorn, cheese to onion rings, we've got your snacking needs covered.

So whether you're on the go or just hanging around ... Snack Loud, Snack Proud ... Snack Wise ...

Wise Snacks is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our manufacturing team. The primary purpose of this role is to monitor all PLC/Computer based controlled systems/equipment and provide input on improving machine efficiency through program modifications and/or PLC/Operator Interface upgrades. The desired outcome of a successful individual in this role is to keep process systems and packing equipment functioning properly and efficiently.

You'll monitor all PLC driven equipment and provide input on improving machine efficiency through program modifications and/or PLC/control system upgrades.

• Maintain laptops with necessary software versions needed to support current and new control systems
• Design control systems and power distribution throughout the plant
• Create electrical wiring diagrams with AutoCAD
• Write and/or modify PLC and/or Operator Interface programs
• Supervise control panel fabrication

You'll maintain a professional and ethical relationship in all internal and external business dealings

• Work with vendor representatives to purchase electrical hardware/software to support plant equipment
• Work with equipment sales/engineering representatives to integrate new equipment and/or systems into the plant

You'll provide in-house training/support to Electronic Technicians and Packing Room Mechanics

• Provide training and troubleshooting support on existing and new equipment
• Provide training and troubleshooting on existing and new software packages

You'll work closely with maintenance and production departments to identify areas of opportunity for productivity/efficiency improvements.

You'll develop a thorough knowledge of all processing and packing operations and equipment.

Minimally Qualified Candidates have the following:

• BS Degree in Electrical Engineering
• At least five years PLC Programming experience
• At least two years supervisory experience
• Prior experience in an industrial setting

Ideal Candidates also have the following:

• 10+ years PLC programming experience
• 5+ years supervisory experience
• Experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• AutoCAD proficient.