As a Power and Controls Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in project development using the Front-End Loading (FEL) process through installation and startup. In this role you will manage multiple food engineering projects from inception to production. This exciting position can be based in Battle Creek, MI, Chicago, IL, Cary, NC, Grand Rapids, MI or Kansas Kity, KS.

You will work closely with other functions to help them bring the power and control solutions to life as well as coach and teach our operations team how to use their new equipment. You will help support existing technology base within the region and unlock future potential using leading edge technology. High performing individuals can grow their career within the engineering or operations areas.

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting and Delivering Key Projects – Share your expertise and demonstrate leadership for all PCIS projects and network initiatives to meet business needs. To provide and capture the scope of each project, you will work with the processing and packing departments and develop relationships with global engineering and vendors. Participate in cost effective innovations to help lead Kellanova into future value driven opportunities. You won’t keep the pace – you’ll set it!

• Supporting Manufacturing Facilities and Developing Capabilities – You will be providing technical support to our manufacturing facilities in the areas operational technology, manufacturing control platforms, PLC control (Rockwell), robotics, SCADA/HMI graphic software applications (Rockwell, Wonderware), integration protocol, SAP software, information gathering systems (OSI-PI), and electrical/utility code requirements. Coach and develop the plant engineering PCIS support organization. We’ll grow together every day!

• Creating Documentation – Developing and maintaining electrical and software/control system specifications, design standards and cost estimating data

• Project Management – You will be working with cross-functional teams to lead and manage electrical power, controls, and operational technology delivery on capital projects.

  We’re Looking for Someone With

• High school/GED with relevant technical experience.

• Experience working with factory service 480v 3ph power systems and distribution, motor controls, VFD’s, servo drives, PLC programming troubleshooting proficiency (RS Logix/ Rockwell/Allen Bradley) and National Electrical Code regulatory knowledge (NFPA 70/70E, UL 508A) required.

• General user working experience with AutoCAD and Autodesk Vault software required.

• Skills in SQL, Scada, MES, Data Collection, Networking, and Virtualization are additional areas of valued technical experience.

• Controls platforms include but not limited to Rockwell/AB, B&R, Beckhoff, Fanuc.

• Effective communication skills to convey complex and/or detailed information to a wide range of individuals/audiences with different knowledge levels.

• Customer relationship skills for contribution to problem definition thru solution develop to solve specific business needs.

  What’s Next

  After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page (https://www.kellanovacareers.com/en/working-here/hiring-process.html) to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer.

  Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email usa.recruitment@kellanova.com

  If you join our team, you’ll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small. Visit our benefits page (https://www.kellanovacareers.com/en/working-here/benefits.html) & be sure to ask your recruiter for more specific information.

  Get to Know Us

  At Kellanova, we are driven by our vision to be the world’s best-performing snacks-led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our portfolio of iconic, world-class brands include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Crunchy Nut, among others.

  Kellanova’s Culture of Best means we bring our best to all that we do in pursuit of our vision to be the world’s best performing snacks-led powerhouse. Our culture celebrates boldness and empowers our people to challenge the status quo, achieve results, and win together .

  Our focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) enables us to build a culture of belonging where all employees have a place at the table and are inspired to share their passion, talents and ideas to work.

  The best brands. The best people. The best you.

  Estimated travel is 50%.

  Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website   here (https://www.kellanovacareers.com/en/our-impact/equity-diversity-and-inclusion.html) .