Automation / Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer

About Flora Food Group

We offer consumers a compelling choice in four growing categories: butters and spreads, creams, liquids and cheeses. We hold leadership positions in many of the 100 countries we operate in, with iconic brands including Flora, Becel+ProActiv, Blue Band, Country Crock, I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter, Rama, and Violife, together with our local brands and Professional business.  

Global branded food champion Flora Food Group, offers the next generation of delicious, natural, nutritious food. Our products are more affordable and more sustainable than their dairy equivalents.  

• Job Title: Automation / Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer
• Location: Hugoton, Kansas
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Department: Engineering / Maintenance / Operations

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Automation / E&I Engineer to design, implement, and maintain electrical and instrumentation systems, as well as automation solutions that enhance operational efficiency, safety, and reliability. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with PLCs, SCADA systems, and industrial instrumentation in a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, install, and maintain electrical and instrumentation systems for industrial equipment and processes.
• Develop and troubleshoot automation systems including PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA platforms.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety standards, and industry regulations.
• Perform root cause analysis and corrective actions for electrical and control system failures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize process control and automation strategies.
• Manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs for E&I assets.
• Support commissioning and startup of new equipment and automation projects.
• Maintain accurate documentation including wiring diagrams, loop sheets, and control logic.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, Automation, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in industrial E&I and automation engineering.
• Proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley), HMI development, and SCADA systems.
• Strong understanding of industrial sensors, actuators, VFDs, and control loops.
• Familiarity with NEC, ISA, and other relevant standards.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in hazardous area classification and intrinsic safety.
• Project management and budgeting experience.
• Ability to train and mentor technicians and junior engineers.

What’S Next

If this position sounds interesting, please hit the apply button now! 

We understand your resume might not be up to date and recommend that you apply with what you have or your LinkedIn Profile. Flora Food Group is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workplace, we understand that you might not meet all the requirements stated in the description, but we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the right candidate for this role or other roles.  

Flora Food Group is an employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and equal opportunities for all. We recruit based only on values, qualifications, performance, skills, behaviours, experience, and knowledge. We ensure job advertisements are free from unintentional bias.  

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