Automation & Controls Engineer Manager - 1st Shift (Relocation)
Smithfield FoodsWisconsin, United States
Posted February 26, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Smithfield Foods is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world.
Job Description
Automation & Controls Engineer Manager leading the Future of Manufacturing Technology, creating and executing a forward-thinking strategy for Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) across operations, designing standardized software and hardware architectures for automation, and forming strategic partnerships to pioneer and validate new systems.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university in Engineering or related field and 5+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing industries with a strong focus on automation and controls design
- Minimum of 2+ years’ experience in a position of leadership to include team development/management or project leadership
- Experience in development of distributed, networked control systems, especially Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions
- Ability to apply sound engineering principles to operational and design issues
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, organizational planning, teamwork, analytical reasoning and adaptability
Benefits
- Relocation Package Available