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Principal Engineer Controls

Conagra Brands

$107,000 - $156,000
Aug 22, 2025
Chicago, IL, USA • Omaha, NE, USA • Denver, CO, USA
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Conagra Brands is looking to solve engineering and technical problems across the organization, including optimizing technical solutions for capital investment projects, providing technical support for equipment modification or improvement, and enhancing engineering work streams.

Requirements

  • Advanced proficiency in manufacturing automation systems knowledge with a focus on Rockwell Automation/Allen Bradley control systems including: Networking concepts, PLCs, VFDs, Servo Systems, HMIs.
  • Expert level HMI Visualization and Database (SQL Server) integration knowledge and associated system applications with a variety of Industry products: Inductive Automation (Ignition), Rockwell Software, Aveva (Wonderware).
  • Experience with Advanced Process and Packaging Controls experience including: Robotic Packaging Systems. Batching Systems and CIP Systems
  • Project leadership and execution knowledge as it relates to large System Integration projects and programs.
  • Advanced Computer System, Network Integration, IT Systems and Cyber Security knowledge and experience a plus.
  • Experience with Rockwell Automation Controls Systems.
  • Operations and manufacturing conceptual design

Responsibilities

  • Work with Platform engineering leadership to develop annual and 3 year capital plans by recommending system improvements and solutions that are proven in both concept and performance.
  • Helps develop Front-End-Load capital project estimates (FEL1 and FEL3) that are complete, concise, and reflect thorough due diligence to ensure project success.
  • Provide technology assessments and best-in-class industry solutions for successful project execution.
  • Provide factor floor infrastructure requirements and needs assessments.
  • Help with preliminary Capital and Expense cost estimating.
  • Work with the Engineering Project Managers to develop design schedules that meets project requirements.
  • Review equipment and system performance criteria.

Other

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
  • 7+ years of experience in electrical/control system design
  • 5+ years of experience in Rockwell Automation Controls Systems.
  • Possess the capability to visualize, formulate, and accomplish long term (3+ years) goals and initiatives.
  • We ask that you are open to up to 30% travel