JOB REQUIREMENTS: If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub. A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We\'re an \$18 billion U.S. food company with nearly 60,000 employees worldwide. We\'re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Join our family today. Apply Now! Your Opportunity Our team members receive industry-competitive salaries and are eligible for great benefits packages: Competitive Pay: \$66,000 - \$98,625 Annual Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More Education benefits available to full and part time Smithfield team members on their first day of employment. Open to moving? We will help! Ask about our Relocation Assistance packages! The Automation and Controls Engineer (A.C.E) will be responsible for the development, implementation, operation, and maintenance of electrical control systems at the facility. As part of the automation team, you will be responsible for helping define and update long term technology roadmap of the plant. In addition to this, the Automation and Controls Engineer will also be responsible for maintaining current backups of all automation infrastructure as it relates to software, & specific programs. The A.C.E will essentially combine fundamental controls and process knowledge with recent advances in automation, delivering creative solution that solve real work Manufacturing problems. Core Responsibilities PLC, HMI, and Variable Frequency Drive programming and troubleshooting. Electrical troubleshooting and repair. Serves as a mentor for less experienced floor electricians when necessary. Works on the production floor in a hands-on engineering environment. Plans and executes projects from start to finish with minimum supervision, and in a timely manner. Looks for production process improvements that will minimize downtime, and or things that will help floor electricians troubleshoot easier. Responsible for the development of the standard software and hardware architectures for all automation projects, and will work with multiple teams for coordinated implementation. Drives the right technology choices for automation and presents the technology roadmap for both immediate and long-term growth. Follows Safety, Food Safety, and USDA guidelines. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.... For full info follow application link. Smithfield is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or any other protected group status or non-job related characteristic as directed by law. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/A918930093E44F25