Electrical & Automation Engineer - Fremont, United States - Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA

Description

As the world leader in nutrition, health and wellness for children from birth to preschool, Gerber Products Company is committed to creating a strong future.

We joined the Nestl Nutrition family in 2007, and have been a partner in parenthood ever since.

Our Anything for Baby team works closely with experts to create products that enrich and establish healthy habits for children, and are good for the planet as well.

A career at Gerber provides meaningful opportunities to develop professionally, and nurture generations to come. Now is the time to define your future, and ours too.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.


POSITION SUMMARY:
Electrical & Automation Engineer is responsible for all maintenance and projects activities in area of responsibility according to Nestle corporate strategies, standards, and specifications, related to
Electrical & Process Control
Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
Automation and IT
Plant personnel development and training
Environment and operational safety for all areas above.

Will be required to perform all job requirements and meet all qualifications as determined by management for an Electrical and Automation engineer, but works independently to perform installation, monitoring, maintenance, repair, and/or design modification of high-tech distributed manufacturing and industrial process control systems for the Fremont Plant.

This entails optimizing system designs, maintenance, and operations processes; satisfying all safety concerns; building capability of skilled trades and participating in short-and long-range planning perspective with respect to instrumentation, automation, controls, and equipment.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support -

Attend system training with the intent of becoming a Fremont Site subject matter expert. This will include supporting the First Food and Third Food production lines and the training of peers. Provides hardware and software application support assistance to operations.
Projects -

Manage/Participate in the development of project scopes, design and standards of systems, and functional specifications.

Manage / participate in the execution of projects including concept development, credit submission, bidding process, contractor management, procurement, installation, and commissioning, and performs system start-ups, qualification, and handover.

Maintenance -

Develop / optimize the PM plan, supervise the execution of Planned Maintenance activities. Specify, organize, and maintain adequate spare parts for control and instrumentation systems.

Maintain updated key documentation and drawings of the Network Infrastructure, Electrical System & Process Control, instrument calibration, PIDs for the areas of responsibilities, in accordance with management of change procedures.

Assists in the development, implementation, repair, and maintenance of the

site wide

instrumentation, automation control, MES and electrical systems to attain "World Class" performance.
Improvements -

Serve as an overall technical resource for several production areas, lead skilled tradesmen and participate in maintenance activities. Troubleshoot production equipment and improve the line performance & reliability.

Provide technical coaching, development, and training to electrical/control technicians, instrument technicians and other personnel in the area by creating detailed training documents and materials, developing training plans, facilitating both classroom and hands-on trainings.

Performs additional duties as assigned by Management.

All employees will support and participate in Nestl Continuous Excellence (NCE) and Total Performance Management (TPM) as a part of their job responsibility within their Business Unit or as assigned within the factory.

Employee shall follow Fremont Factory safety & environmental objectives & targets, follow the plant safety rules, report unsafe conditions immediately, report incidents immediately or by the end of the shift, maintain compliance with regulations, and refer to the Safety & Environmental Management System(s) on all related procedures and programs.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Overall, MES-E & A strategy and direction for planning and implementation in factory according to NN/CO-Eng Standards (From Corporate MES-E&A Engineer).

Detailed procedures and directions for implementation of related initiatives

Clear communication on targets and objectives and monitor progress.


EXPERIENCE:

REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM EDUCATION LEVEL:
A bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.

Minimum 3to 5 years of electrical and automation engineering experience required.


HIGHLY PREFERRED:
Factory Automation & Industrial Electrical systems in the pharmaceutical or food industry.

Knowledgeable in electricity, instrumentation, MES (Manufacturing Execution System). Specialized in process control (PLC, HMI/SCADA, Network, IT, etc.).

Extensive experience in AB Control Logix, Wonderware Archestra In Touch or System Platform, Siemens control system, Electrical and electronic circuits (480V and below).

Experience in industrial Robot technology, Servo and motion controls


SKILLS:
Ability to work effectively with people at all levels of the organization.

Good interpersonal, communication, and networking skills.

Good organizational/administrative skills.

High proficiency in using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project

SAP knowledge desirable.

Process qualification, validation in the pharmaceutical or food industry IQ, OQ, PQ.

Strong project management skills.

Computer Programming skills.

Good knowledge and experience with factory automation systems (hardware & software):
Process automation, PLC, SCADA / HMI's
Computer Programming Languages C#, Python, Java
IT Infrastructure and network
MES and SAP MII
Control Database systems
Field devices (instruments, I/O, Field Networks, VFD's, Valves, Pumps ....)
Instrumentation including temperature, pressure, flow, mass density.
Power distribution in industrial facilities.
Pneumatic and Hydraulic systems

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestl.

The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role.

In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities.

Nestl seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestl home.

The Nestl Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law.

Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Contact us at or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator:

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

As the world leader in nutrition, health and wellness for children from birth to preschool, Gerber Products Company is committed to creating a strong future.

We joined the Nestl Nutrition family in 2007, and have been a partner in parenthood ever since.

Our Anything for Baby team works closely with experts to create products that enrich and establish healthy habits for children, and are good for the planet as well.

A career at Gerber provides meaningful opportunities to develop professionally, and nurture generations to come. Now is the time to define your future, and ours too.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.


POSITION SUMMARY:
Electrical & Automation Engineer is responsible for all maintenance and projects activities in area of responsibility according to Nestle corporate strategies, standards, and specifications, related to
Electrical & Process Control
Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
Automation and IT
Plant personnel development and training
Environment and operational safety for all areas above.

Will be required to perform all job requirements and meet all qualifications as determined by management for an Electrical and Automation engineer, but works independently to perform installation, monitoring, maintenance, repair, and/or design modification of high-tech distributed manufacturing and industrial process control systems for the Fremont Plant.

This entails optimizing system designs, maintenance, and operations processes; satisfying all safety concerns; building capability of skilled trades and participating in short-and long-range planning perspective with respect to instrumentation, automation, controls, and equipment.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support -

Attend system training with the intent of becoming a Fremont Site subject matter expert. This will include supporting the First Food and Third Food production lines and the training of peers. Provides hardware and software application support assistance to operations.
Projects -

Manage/Participate in the development of project scopes, design and standards of systems, and functional specifications.

Manage / participate in the execution of projects including concept development, credit submission, bidding process, contractor management, procurement, installation, and commissioning, and performs system start-ups, qualification, and handover.

Maintenance -

Develop / optimize the PM plan, supervise the execution of Planned Maintenance activities. Specify, organize, and maintain adequate spare parts for control and instrumentation systems.

Maintain updated key documentation and drawings of the Network Infrastructure, Electrical System & Process Control, instrument calibration, PIDs for the areas of responsibilities, in accordance with management of change procedures.

Assists in the development, implementation, repair, and maintenance of the

site wide

instrumentation, automation control, MES and electrical systems to attain "World Class" performance.
Improvements -

Serve as an overall technical resource for several production areas, lead skilled tradesmen and participate in maintenance activities. Troubleshoot production equipment and improve the line performance & reliability.

Provide technical coaching, development, and training to electrical/control technicians, instrument technicians and other personnel in the area by creating detailed training documents and materials, developing training plans, facilitating both classroom and hands-on trainings.

Performs additional duties as assigned by Management.

All employees will support and participate in Nestl Continuous Excellence (NCE) and Total Performance Management (TPM) as a part of their job responsibility within their Business Unit or as assigned within the factory.

Employee shall follow Fremont Factory safety & environmental objectives & targets, follow the plant safety rules, report unsafe conditions immediately, report incidents immediately or by the end of the shift, maintain compliance with regulations, and refer to the Safety & Environmental Management System(s) on all related procedures and programs.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Overall, MES-E & A strategy and direction for planning and implementation in factory according to NN/CO-Eng Standards (From Corporate MES-E&A Engineer).

Detailed procedures and directions for implementation of related initiatives

Clear communication on targets and objectives and monitor progress.


EXPERIENCE:

REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM EDUCATION LEVEL:
A bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.

Minimum 3to 5 years of electrical and automation engineering experience required.


HIGHLY PREFERRED:
Factory Automation & Industrial Electrical systems in the pharmaceutical or food industry.

Knowledgeable in electricity, instrumentation, MES (Manufacturing Execution System). Specialized in process control (PLC, HMI/SCADA, Network, IT, etc.).

Extensive experience in AB Control Logix, Wonderware Archestra In Touch or System Platform, Siemens control system, Electrical and electronic circuits (480V and below).

Experience in industrial Robot technology, Servo and motion controls


SKILLS:
Ability to work effectively with people at all levels of the organization.

Good interpersonal, communication, and networking skills.

Good organizational/administrative skills.

High proficiency in using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project

SAP knowledge desirable.

Process qualification, validation in the pharmaceutical or food industry IQ, OQ, PQ.

Strong project management skills.

Computer Programming skills.

Good knowledge and experience with factory automation systems (hardware & software):
Process automation, PLC, SCADA / HMI's
Computer Programming Languages C#, Python, Java
IT Infrastructure and network
MES and SAP MII
Control Database systems
Field devices (instruments, I/O, Field Networks, VFD's, Valves, Pumps ....)
Instrumentation including temperature, pressure, flow, mass density.
Power distribution in industrial facilities.
Pneumatic and Hydraulic systems

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestl.

The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role.

In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities.

Nestl seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestl home.

The Nestl Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law.

Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Contact us at or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator:

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
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