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The Manager Electrical and Instrumentation Systems is responsible for leading, developing, and managing all electrical, instrumentation, and controls functions across the pellet mill facility. This role oversees the design, programming, troubleshooting, and optimization of plant automation systems including PLCs (Allen Bradley preferred), HMIs, SCADA systems, industrial networks, robotics, and instrumentation. The position ensures reliable plant operation, develops team capabilities, and maintains compliance with NEC, OSHA, NFPA 70E, and company policies. This role supports the primary pellet manufacturing facility in Hope, Arkansas and provides remote and onsite technical support to the BBQ pellet plant in Peebles, Ohio as needed.
Job Responsibility:
Supervise site electricians and control room operators, assigning daily tasks, setting performance expectations, and fostering skill development
Lead and manage industrial electricians and control room operators, building team capability through coaching, training, and skills assessments
Program and troubleshoot Allen Bradley PLCs, including ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and RSLogix 5000
Develop, modify, and maintain PLC logic using ladder logic, function block programming, and structured text
Design, maintain, and enhance SCADA systems for alarming, data collection, and HMI configuration with Wonderware or FactoryTalk
Configure and maintain industrial networks such as Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, and control switches
Lead automation upgrades, migrations, cybersecurity initiatives, and modernization projects
Support plant production systems including dryer loops, hammer mill automation, pellet press controls, conditioning, cooler controls, and bagging line automation
Oversee installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, wiring, conduits, breakers, and control panels
Ensure reliable operation of 480V systems, 3-phase motors, VFDs, soft starters, MCCs, and power distribution equipment
Manage calibration, configuration, and troubleshooting of instrumentation for pressure, flow, temperature, level, moisture, and speed
Support process instrumentation for dryers, emission controls, conveyors, hammer mills, pelletizers, coolers, and packaging lines
Maintain accurate documentation of electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, and as-built drawings
Administer preventive and predictive maintenance programs for electrical and instrumentation systems to minimize downtime
Coordinate and supervise contractors performing electrical installations or outage work
Provide advanced diagnostics for PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, instrumentation loops, and network communication issues
Interpret electrical prints, network drawings, and I/O lists
Assist production and maintenance teams with pellet press dies, feed systems, blower systems, and material handling equipment
Ensure compliance with NEC, OSHA, NFPA 70E, and plant safety standards for all electrical and controls work
Maintain secure backups of PLC, HMI, and SCADA configurations
Ensure proper arc flash labeling, PPE use, and electrical hazard identification
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize system performance
Lead electrical and automation projects including rewiring, equipment upgrades, and new installations
Support commissioning, startup, and validation of new equipment and control systems
Use CMMS software to track work orders, record maintenance, and manage parts usage
Provide project support to Hope, AR and Peebles, OH pellet plants, including remote troubleshooting and periodic onsite visits
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation, or equivalent experience
Minimum five years of industrial electrical, instrumentation, and controls engineering experience
Five years of leadership or supervisory experience
Strong experience with Allen Bradley PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and industrial networks
Extensive experience with instrumentation, VFDs, motor control systems, and power distribution
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P and IDs, I O lists, and network architecture drawings
Strong troubleshooting ability in manufacturing or heavy industrial environments
Experience with CMMS systems and Microsoft Office tools
Ability to work on call, weekends, and overtime as required
Ability to travel to the Peebles, Ohio facility occasionally to support production uptime and project activity
Advanced knowledge of PLC and HMI programming and troubleshooting
Strong understanding of SCADA architecture and data acquisition
Expert knowledge of industrial electrical systems, power distribution, and instrumentation
Strong project management and leadership abilities
Effective communication and cross functional teamwork skills
Highly organized, analytical, and focused on safety
Ability to walk, stand, climb, and work in an industrial environment
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed
Comfort working in hot, cold, dusty, or noisy conditions
Ability to work at heights and enter confined spaces using proper personal protective equipment