STAFF ENGINEER ELECTRICAL/SENIOR STAFF ENGINEER - HORMEL FOODS (CORPORATE OFFICE - AUSTIN, MN)

To save time applying, Hormel Foods does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas for this position at this time.

Hormel Foods Corporation

ABOUT HORMEL FOODS — Inspired People. Inspired Food.™

Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minnesota, is a global branded food company with over $12 billion in annual revenue across more than 80 countries worldwide. Its brands include Planters®, Skippy®, SPAM®, Hormel® Natural Choice®, Applegate®, Justin’s®, Wholly®, Hormel® Black Label®, Columbus®, Jennie-O® and more than 30 other beloved brands. The company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named one of the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World Report, one of America’s most responsible companies by Newsweek, recognized on Fast Company’s list of the 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators, received a perfect score of 100 on the 2023–24 Corporate Equality Index and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. The company lives by its purpose statement — Inspired People. Inspired Food.™ — to bring some of the world’s most trusted and iconic brands to tables across the globe. For more information, visit hormelfoods.com.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Participates in the establishment and implementation of company-wide standards for electrical systems design.
Designs and supervises the installation of control systems including the development of Requests for Proposals and Bid Packages including written specifications and construction drawings for use by electrical contractors.
Coordinates cross functional efforts between IT/Engineering/and OEM vendors to support capital projects and routine process updates.
Supports IT/OT Security Initiatives to improve the security posture of operational systems.
Plans and executes capital construction projects of a complex nature. Roles on projects will vary from individual contributor to project lead. Role manages an overall budget of up to $40 million annually. Projects may be independent entities or part of larger projects.
Develops and leads projects to address hardware obsolescence and security vulnerabilities.
Prepares cost estimates and appropriation requests for assigned projects.
Prepares all appropriate project documentation such as project charters, design calculations, drawings, specifications, purchasing documents, spending forecasts, etc.
Manages assigned projects so that all requirements are met, and projects are delivered on time and within the approved budgets.
Develops project designs that ensure the lowest "life-cycle" costs and provide highly efficient and reliable processes. Understands and applies Return on Investment principles to make sound financial decisions.
Ensures projects comply with all applicable codes, regulations, and Hormel standards.
Applies good engineering and technical best practices to ensure personnel and food safety.
Applies the continuous improvement process philosophy in all daily activities.
Utilizes engineering training and experience to support innovation and the development of new technology.
Requires occasional travel away from the office to support projects or plant support.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

Bachelor’s degree in engineering / degree in technical field or minimum of five-years industrial electrical installation and maintenance experience.
Five years of pertinent experience in electrical field, a technical certification or licensure in electrical field and management / leadership development training with demonstrated application of skills.
A strong pattern of initiative, innovation, and creativity.
Highly developed leadership skills.
Demonstrated problem-solving, decision making, and interpersonal skills.
Excellent organization and project management skills.
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
A solid understanding and knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC). Must be able to apply the Code to engineering design.
Experience developing and maintaining distributed control systems such as FactoryTalk View SE.
Previously obtained Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) or able to obtain within 18 months.
Applicants must not now, or at any time in the future, require employer sponsorship for a work visa.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Preferred

Experience in the following:
- Power distribution
- Motor control: Starters, VFDs, servos
- Lighting systems
- Low voltage systems such as fire alarms and security systems
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
State issued Electrical License, preferred Journeyman level or higher.
Professional Engineer license or ability to attain license within two years of hire.
5 years of experience as a Maintenance Engineer, Staff Engineer, Industrial Engineering, or similar engineering role.

LOCATION: Austin, MN

TRAVEL: Up to 40% travel

BENEFITS: Hormel Foods offers an excellent benefits package. Competitive base salary plus target incentive, discretionary annual merit increase, annual performance review, medical, dental, vision, non-contributory pension, profit sharing, 401(k) immediate eligible, stock purchase plan, relocation assistance, paid personal time (PTO), FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees, and more.

At Hormel Foods, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base hiring pay range for this role is between $86,500-$144,300 per year, and your actual base pay within that range will depend upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skill set, level of experience, and geographic market location.

At Hormel we invite difference and diversity in all aspects. We offer a space of support, understanding, and community. We are committed to the journey! Learn more about our progress here: https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/diversity-and-inclusion/

Hormel Foods provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.