Automation Engineer

Your Job

As an Automation Engineer at Dixie's Bowling Green facility, you will provide essential automation, electrical, and controls technical support to the operating, maintenance, innovation, and reliability teams.

Your role is critical in creating value for Dixie, the community, and society by ensuring that processes operate safely, reliably, and efficiently.

Our Team

You will be part of a dynamic and collaborative team dedicated to achieving operational excellence.

We work closely with the operating, maintenance, innovation, and reliability teams to ensure that our production processes run smoothly and efficiently.

Our team thrives on sharing knowledge and embracing innovation, all while maintaining a safe and supportive work environment.

What You Will Do



* Perform quality safety observations and provide feedback with a focus on electrical safe work practices and energy control.


* Participate in the Electrical Safe Work Practices committee to ensure safety adherence for employees, contractors, and visitors.


* Lead or participate in the specification, installation, and troubleshooting of electrical equipment and systems.


* Troubleshoot issues across electrical systems, controls, and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) to maintain operational efficiency.


* Drive innovation by identifying process improvement ideas; design, solicit, and implement solutions.


* Lead E&I process technicians and contractors during electrical/controls work.


* Engage in preventive and predictive maintenance programs.


* Collaborate on and lead project design and implementation, overseeing timelines and deliverables.


* Develop innovative solutions to improve facility performance and competitiveness.


* Provide on-the-job training and support to the plant's electrical and instrumentation (E&I) team.


* Maintain and update electrical/controls documentation for accuracy and compliance.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)



* Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.


* Minimum 5 years' experience with industrial power distribution and control systems.


* Proficient in troubleshooting electrical and control systems, including PLCs and networking.


* Knowledgeable about electrical safety standards and safe work practices.


* Flexibility to work on-call, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

What Will Put You Ahead



* Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (preferably Ignition & PI).


* Familiarity with NEC, NFPC, and related electrical standards.


* Strong critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities.


* Excellent interpersonal skills and a proactive approach to teamwork and collaboration.


* Proven ability to lead teams and projects to successful outcomes.

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