Power and Controls Engineer

Join our dynamic engineering team as a Power and Controls Engineer where youll lead the development and implementation of innovative solutions across food manufacturing projects. From concept through startup youll manage high-impact initiatives that apply advanced engineering principles and cross-functional collaboration. Your work will bring new technologies to life and ensure seamless integration into our operations.

As a key member of the Power Controls and Information Systems team youll support existing systems while exploring future possibilities with cutting-edge tools. Youll coach and train operations teams on new equipment and processes fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This role offers exposure to a wide range of engineering disciplines and the opportunity to work with global partners and vendors.

This position supports facilities in the following regions and can be based in any of these locations:

• Midwest Battle Creek Michigan; Grand Rapids Michigan
• East Cary North Carolina
• Central Jackson Tennessee

Travel across the North America region is expected averaging 1520% with peaks up to 50% depending on project needs.

A Taste of What Youll Be Doing

• Lead High-Impact Engineering Projects Own power and controls initiatives from concept to execution driving innovation and efficiency across multiple manufacturing sites. Your leadership will shape how we deliver technology solutions that fuel our production capabilities.
• Be the Go-To Technical Expert Provide hands-on support for control systems robotics software integration and electrical compliance. Youll be the person our teams rely on to troubleshoot optimize and elevate our operations.
• Build the Future Through Documentation Develop and maintain the technical blueprints that guide our systemsspecifications design standards and cost models that ensure consistency and scalability.
• Drive Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with process packaging utilities and digital teams to deliver seamless capital projects. Youll be at the center of innovation connecting ideas to execution.
• Grow Talent and Shape Strategy Coach and mentor engineers across North America while contributing to regional technology strategies that define the future of our supply chain capabilities.

Were Looking for Someone With

• A Bachelors degree with 5 years of relevant work experience or an Associates degree with 10 years or a high school diploma or GED certificate with 15 years of relevant technical experience.
• Experience with 480-volt three-phase power systems motor controls variable frequency drives servo drives and programmable logic controller programming (Rockwell/Allen Bradley).
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code regulations including NFPA 70 NFPA 70E and UL 508A.
• Working experience with AutoCAD and Autodesk Vault software.
• Skills in structured query language supervisory control and data acquisition manufacturing execution systems data collection networking and virtualization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools including Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint and Teams.
• Experience with control platforms such as Rockwell/Allen Bradley B&R Industrial Automation Beckhoff Automation and Fanuc Robotics.

Compensation

The annual salary range is $100600 - $131985 which is based on various factors such as location experience and skill. Discretionary bonuses based on company and individual performance are also available.

Whats Next

Applications for this position will be accepted through October 28 2025. After you apply your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer.

All applicants must have permanent legal authorization to work in the United States. Kellanova does not sponsor employment visas for this role.

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Benefits include medical dental vision life accidental death & dismemberment insurance employee assistance program short-term disability coverage and long-term disability insurance. Also voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life accident as well as a 401(k) plan with company contributions are available. Part-time employees may have access to benefits on a pro-rated basis. See for more information.

Get to Know Us

At Kellanova we are driven by our vision to be the worlds best-performing snacks-led powerhouse unleashing the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our portfolio of iconic world-class brands includes Pringles Cheez-It Pop-Tarts MorningStar Farms Special K Krave Zucaritas Tresor Crunchy Nut among others.

Kellanovas Culture of Best means we bring our best to all that we do in pursuit of our vision to be the worlds best performing snacks-led powerhouse. Our culture celebrates boldness and empowers our people to challenge the status quo achieve results and win together.

Our focus on Equity Diversity and Inclusion (ED&I) enables us to build a culture of belonging where all employees have a place at the table and are inspired to share their passion talents and ideas to work.

Mars has agreed to acquire Kellanova in a combination that will shape the future of snacking! The transaction is anticipated to close towards the end of 2025 (subject to customary closing conditions including regulatory approvals). The companies remain separate until closing.

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What does it take to be the best Someone like you.

Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment a seat for everyone at the table and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color ethnicity disability religion national origin gender gender identity gender expression marital status sexual orientation age protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity Diversity & Inclusion please visit our website here.