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Oportunidades en el sector agroalimentario.
Oportunidades en el sector agroalimentario.
Valmont
Ubicación del puesto
Valley NE - Main Campus · United States
Full time
Publicada el Ayer
Why Valmont
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Location: Valley, NE Campus (onsite)
A Brief Summary of This Position
The Controls & Automation Engineer designs, programs, and supports industrial automation systems used in advanced manufacturing operations. This role supports automation and capital projects from concept through commissioning, including PLCs, HMIs, robotics, motion control, vision systems, and industrial networking. Working closely with manufacturing, maintenance, and engineering teams, the engineer drives equipment reliability, safety, productivity, and continuous improvement while contributing to the company's automation and Industry 4.0 initiatives. This position requires strong technical problem-solving skills, cross-functional collaboration, and up to 25% travel to support projects across manufacturing locations.
Key Responsibilities
Design, program, troubleshoot, and commission PLC, HMI, SCADA, robotics, motion control, and industrial networking systems.
Support capital projects involving automated manufacturing equipment, robotic welding, material handling, and fabrication systems.
Develop controls documentation, electrical schematics, and engineering standards.
Troubleshoot equipment issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
Support machine safety, risk assessments, and compliance with applicable industry standards.
Partner with manufacturing, maintenance, suppliers, and system integrators to deliver automation solutions.
Support Industry 4.0 initiatives, data collection, connectivity, and process optimization.
Contribute to technology roadmaps, standardization efforts, and strategic automation initiatives across the organization.
Required Qualifications
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
3-5 years of controls engineering experience in industrial automation.
Experience with PLC programming, HMI/SCADA systems, robotics, motion control, and industrial networks.
Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical or similar electrical design software.
Knowledge of machine safety standards and automation best practices.
Experience troubleshooting and supporting manufacturing equipment.
Familiarity with Industry 4.0 technologies, data integration, and manufacturing systems.
Experience in steel fabrication, welding, cutting, forming, assembly, or heavy manufacturing environments.
Strong communication, project execution, and problem-solving skills.
Benefits
Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:
Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
401k retirement plan with company match
Paid time off
Employer paid life insurance
Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
Work Life Support
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more
Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.