Engineering Technologist

Company and Position Overview

Agricor, located in Marion, IN, is a leader in the dry corn milling industry. Agricor is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Grain Millers, Inc., an international group of companies headquartered in Eden Prairie, MN, with processing plants located in the United States and Canada. We have supplied food ingredients to many of the largest food companies in the world for over 35 years. Our products and partnerships allow us to provide, simple, clean food with integrity throughout the supply chain.

Agricor is currently seeking a full-time Engineering Technologist. The Engineering Technologist assists the Project Manager with all activities related to management, engineering, process, construction, control and operational functions. The position is responsible for the practical application and implementation of designs ranging from major capital expenditures to individual process initiatives. They will apply mechanical and electrical engineering principles and technological skills to contribute to the success and advancements in a corn dry milling operation.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Adhere to safe work practices, GMP's, and all company policies and procedures
• Comfortable performing both mechanical and electrical aspects of a project work
• Provide engineering and technical support to the Project Manager/Engineer
• Assist in the planning, implementation and evaluation of projects
• Conduct testing, fact gathering and documenting to assist with project feasibility
• Create and interpret engineering sketches, specifications and drawings
• Assist with the preparation of Request for Information/Quote (RFI, RFQ) project documents
• Assist in equipment and component procurement and receipt
• Create mechanical drawings for process flow and equipment layout
• Create electrical schematics for power distribution, control and automation systems
• Assist with the development of automation logic, PLC programming and HMI development
• Maintain records and files for all in-process and completed engineering work
• Assist with outside engineering/contracting firms to facilitate and implement project activities
• Oversee and schedule mechanical and electrical installation activities
• Assist Production and Maintenance with both pre/post-production startup requirements; training needs, spare parts list, equipment PM requirements, user manuals, I/O definition, asset creation, special instructions
• Work to ensure required food, safety and construction compliance standards are met

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology or Mechatronics Engineering Technology
• Bachelor's + 0-3 years' experience in a related field
• Associate's + 3-5 years' experience in a related field

Preferred Background and Knowledge

• Previous work experience as an intern or full-time employees
• Background in Agriculture
• Experience in the Milling or Food Processing industry a plus
• Drafting experience (AutoCad)
• Familiarity with Electrical Switchgear, MCCs
• Familiarity with motor control circuits, VFD's, Soft Starts
• Familiarity digital and analog instrumentation
• Familiarity control panel layout and design
• Familiarity with electronics, sensor and instrumentation
• PLC programming (GE or ControlLogix) and control networks (ProfiNet, Ethernet/IP) experience
• HMI development experience (Rockwell FactoryTalk SE or Cimplicity)
• Proficient with Excel (advanced level)

You can build a career with us today! Be inspired to achieve your goals through challenging opportunities for growth and development. Be rewarded with professional and personal satisfaction by taking pride and in making a difference in an industry that nourishes the world. Be yourself in a tight-knit environment that thrives on teamwork and values personal contributions. Agricor offers competitive compensation and an array of benefits, including a generous Paid Time Off program, Medical, Dental, Disability, Profit Sharing and 401(k). To learn more about Agricor or Grain Millers, visit our websites at www.agricor.org or www.grainmillers.com

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