Automation and Digital Plant Engineer

As an Automation and Digital Engineer for our Muncy, PA, facility you will help us drive Industry 4.0, 5.0, and beyond, bringing the power of data and automation to the technicians and decision makers. As you strive towards meeting our continuous improvement goals and providing technical expertise, you will be a vital part of our facilities’ success. This will be a first shift, fully onsite role with minimal travel. This role reports into the Reliability and Maintenance Engineering Manager and will work closely with the plant Engineering team.

 

In this role you will lead in the area of OT (operational technology) bringing your skills in data collection, SCADA, and networking to unlock our full potential. PLC programming, instrumentation and controls knowledge will be key!

 

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

 

• Project Management – Collaborating with cross-functional teams within the plant and regional teams to lead automation and smart factory projects.
• Developing Capabilities – Coaching operations leadership in the use of digital manufacturing technology to drive performance improvement.
• Creating Documentation – Developing and maintaining software/control system specifications, network topology, troubleshooting guides.
• Supporting Manufacturing - Implementing technology in the areas of Industry 4.0, automation, operational technology, manufacturing control platforms, PLC control (Rockwell), robotics, AGV/AMR, control system software applications, SCADA/HMI graphic software applications (Rockwell, Wonderware, Ignition), integration protocol, SAP software, information gathering systems (OSI-PI).

 

We’re Looking for Someone With

 

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of relevant work experience or high school/GED with 15 years of relevant technical experience.
• Proficiency in Scada, MES, Data Collection, OT Networking, Virtualization or similar software.
• Experience in Project Management.
• Proficient in developing and delivering technical training.
• Microsoft Office software suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proven capacity to influence when working with technicians and managers.

 

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 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 & 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