Electrical Automation & Controls Engineer at Gerber Products Company (Nestlé) - Fremont, MI, USA

Company: Gerber Products Company (Nestlé Nutrition)

Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Fremont, MI, United States of America
Closing Date: Until Filled

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Position Overview:
Gerber Products Company, a leading player in nutrition, health, and wellness for children from birth to preschool, is seeking an Electrical Automation & Controls Engineer to join their team. As part of the Nestlé family, Gerber is dedicated to enriching children's lives while fostering healthy habits and sustainability. This role will play a critical part in maintaining and improving automation and control systems at the Fremont, MI plant.

Key Responsibilities:
Support Systems:
Become the subject matter expert on electrical systems and controls for the Fremont plant’s First Food and Third Food production lines. Provide hardware and software application support.

Project Management:
Manage and participate in the full project lifecycle, from concept development to commissioning, including contractor management, procurement, and system start-ups.

Maintenance:
Develop and optimize planned maintenance (PM) plans, ensure system reliability, maintain documentation, and supervise the execution of maintenance activities.

Improvements:
Troubleshoot production equipment and optimize performance. Provide technical coaching and training to electrical/control technicians and peers.

Safety and Compliance:
Adhere to safety and environmental regulations, reporting incidents and maintaining compliance with Nestlé Continuous Excellence (NCE) and Total Performance Management (TPM) programs.

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Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.

Experience:
› 3-5 years in electrical and automation engineering, ideally in the pharmaceutical or food industry.
› Extensive knowledge of factory automation and industrial electrical systems, with hands-on experience in AB Control Logix, Wonderware, Siemens control systems, and robotics.
› Expertise in process automation, PLC, SCADA, HMI systems, and programming languages (C#, Python, Java).

Skills:
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and experience with SAP or similar systems.

Preferred Skills:
Knowledge in validation processes (IQ, OQ, PQ) for food or pharmaceutical industries.

Nestlé’s Commitment to Inclusivity:
Nestlé is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. Veterans, individuals with disabilities, and those from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Nestlé values the unique perspectives and skills each individual brings to the team.

How to Apply:
To apply for the Electrical Automation & Controls Engineer position, please visit: Apply Here

Contact:
For special accommodations during the application process, contact: accommodations@nestle.com or dial 1-800-321-6467.