Senior Maintenance Systems Engineer

$117,500 - $167,500/Yr

Kings Hawaiian Bakery West - Mount Pleasant, SC

Full-time - Senior

Mount Pleasant, SC

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

The Senior Maintenance Systems Engineer at King's Hawaiian is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining electrical and control systems in a high-volume bakery manufacturing environment. This role focuses on ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with company standards through troubleshooting, updating, and optimizing control systems. The engineer will work under general supervision, collaborating with various teams and leading maintenance staff to enhance manufacturing processes and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Program, service, repair, and maintain electrical and process control systems to ensure continuous operation and adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Diagnose and resolve complex automation challenges using RSLogix 5000, Studio 5000, FactoryTalk Studio ME/SE, and other software.
• Design and implement PLC and HMI applications to improve efficiency and reliability in the manufacturing process.
• Maintain and update electrical schematics using AutoCAD, ensuring documentation is accurate and current.
• Communicate with department heads and cross-functional teams to address equipment problems promptly and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Work with external vendors, such as Rockwell, to upgrade and maintain control systems, ensuring compliance with technological and safety requirements.
• Provide hands-on troubleshooting for electrical and process control issues, reducing downtime and ensuring system reliability.
• Contribute to designing industrial control systems for new equipment installations, aligning with King's Hawaiian standards.
• Supervise and guide Maintenance Systems Engineers and Controls Technicians by setting goals, providing resources, and fostering skill development.
• Strictly follow safety protocols and ensure team compliance with safety and quality standards, including those related to GMP and SQF.
• Engage in projects to optimize manufacturing operations, emphasizing sustainability and efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited 4-year college in Engineering or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience required.
• At least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in Control System Engineering, preferably in food and beverage manufacturing.
• Proficient ability to program PLCs/PACs and HMIs using RSLogix 500, RSLogix 5000, Studio 5000, and related systems.
• Expert ability to troubleshoot and maintain networking hardware and communication protocols, including Ethernet/IP and Modbus.
• Strong knowledge of variable frequency drives and servos, including Allen-Bradley PowerFlex and SEW Eurodrives.
• Working understanding of SAP or MES systems, with SAP MII experience preferred.
• Proficient ability to mentor and develop team members, driving a culture of excellence and collaboration.

Nice-to-haves

• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation range of $117,500 - $167,500.
• Inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and promotes employee well-being.