Engineering Manager - Electrical, Automation & Controls

$123,900 - $185,830/Yr

Lamb Weston - Kennewick, WA

Full-time - Manager

Kennewick, WA

5,001-10,000 employees

Food Manufacturing

About the position

The Engineering Manager - Electrical, Automation & Controls at Lamb Weston is a pivotal role that provides quality technical leadership to the Global Engineering's Electrical, Automation & Controls team. This position is responsible for overseeing Lamb Weston's Model Predictive Control (MPC) program and developing, documenting, and promoting the strategic vision for these technical disciplines. The Engineering Manager will serve as a key interface between Global Engineering (GE) and Global Technology Solutions (GTS) for strategic initiatives, projects, and day-to-day plant operations. As a Subject Matter Expert (SME), the Engineering Manager will act as a consultant, providing technical information, recommendations, and specifications related to Electrical, Automation & Controls. A significant responsibility includes the development and review of project documentation to ensure compliance with performance criteria, company standards, electrical code compliance, and established industry best practices. The incumbent will also perform research, analysis, and testing of emerging technologies to assess their viability for Lamb Weston. In addition to providing direct and indirect support for Lamb Weston's manufacturing facilities globally, the Engineering Manager will be responsible for troubleshooting support to minimize downtime, recommending maintenance for electrical and control systems, and identifying opportunities to enhance operational reliability. The role requires participation in root cause analysis for equipment failures and supporting plants with capital project planning, execution, and commissioning. The successful applicant will coach both technical and non-technical Lamb Weston associates for effective electrical and controls design and system maintenance, ensuring high-quality designs and drawings are developed and delivered for rapid implementation. Collaboration with various levels of GTS Operations Management, EHSS, Food Protection, Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Plant Staff, and Production Personnel is critical to the success of this position.

Responsibilities

• Manage the GE Electrical, Automation & Controls team and provide mentoring to develop and advance professional capabilities of the department.
• Be the key interface between GE and GTS for strategic initiatives, projects, and day-to-day plant operations.
• Own and lead Lamb Weston's MPC Program, named APQC (Advanced Process Quality Control).
• Provide support to the Global Engineering Standards and Design Programs, including development and review of specifications.
• Review and/or develop project scopes.
• Lead enterprise initiatives, resources, and long-term strategies around electrical, automation & controls.
• Design, control, and implement electrical systems and products.
• Develop processes according to GE processes and standards.
• Examine needs on new systems and equipment; calculate costs and help prepare budgets.
• Monitor maintenance and inspection plans.
• Ensure installation and operations conform to standards and requirements by preparing and/or reviewing specifications and technical drawings.
• Write reports and compile data regarding existing and potential engineering projects and studies.
• Provide guidance and development on best practices for plant electrical systems, and lead FI (Focused Improvement) and RCA (Root Cause Analysis) initiatives as required.
• Monitor effectiveness of overall program and condition of our electrical, controls & automation systems.
• Identify and promote energy savings and system improvement opportunities.
• Accountable for timely, accurate and effective implementation of engineering and project related work.

Requirements

• BS in an Engineering or related field required (Electrical Engineering degree preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in industrial electrical systems.
• Knowledge of electrical engineering codes and standards (e.g., NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, NFPA 70B, etc.).
• Experience in the design, installation, operation, and optimization of low and medium-voltage power systems.
• Experience in the design, installation, operation, and optimization of industrial PLC-based control systems.
• Experience with Rockwell Automation Hardware and Software Platforms is preferred.
• Working understanding of MPC programs and applications.
• Working understanding of industrial networking best practices, including Purdue Model implementation.
• Proven knowledge of electrical engineering design software and equipment.
• Experience in project management and maintenance engineering is preferred.
• Food processing experience is preferred.
• Experience in energy savings and sustainability initiatives.
• Manufacturing plant experience in production/quality assurance/support is preferred.
• Must be detail oriented, possess excellent technical and analytical skills, and be a proven self-starter.
• Demonstrated capability to work on teams and support others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in desktop applications to include Windows, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Experience with plant engineering, maintenance & operations.
• Valid Driver's License and driving record that meets Lamb Weston Driving Standards.

Nice-to-haves

• Professional Engineering licensing and/or accreditation is preferred (PE, P.Eng).
• Experience in energy savings and sustainability initiatives.

Benefits

• Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts
• Well-being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program
• Paid Time Off
• Financial Wellness - Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts, Life and Accident insurance
• Family-Friendly Employee events
• Employee Assistance Program services - mental health and other concierge type services