IMT Electrical Engineer

Butterball, LLC, one of America's most iconic brands, helps consumers celebrate Thanksgiving and every day in between. Located in the thriving Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area, our goal is to provide a diverse array of career opportunities and paths which include our farms, processing facilities and support offices. We are the largest producer of turkey products in the U.S., and we make a lot more than Thanksgiving turkeys. Our company's measurable growth is in no small part due to our team members in North Carolina, Arkansas, Illinois, and Missouri, who each have a seat at the table to contribute to our success

Position Summary :

This person will be responsible for providing electrical and mechanical support in response to operational changes resulting from the malfunction, breakdown, relocation, replacement or other modifications of existing and new mechanical systems and / or equipment.

Essential Duties, Functions, and responsibilities :

• Analyze and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems in facility production equipment, identifying root causes and engineering solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Design and implement improvements to electrical control systems to optimize production efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Develop and oversee preventive programs based on engineering analysis to enhance overall equipment performance.
• Ensure all electrical systems and components comply with relevant safety regulations and electrical codes.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation to guide system diagnostics and upgrades.
• Experienced in industrial automation systems, including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and related control technologies. Able to configure, program, and troubleshoot automation equipment.
• Familiarity with platforms like Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar is preferred.
• Lead technical projects, including the installation and commissioning of new equipment and system upgrades.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production and quality assurance, to maintain compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices and product standards.
• Ensure compliance with Lockout / Tagout (LOTO) procedures when bypassing safety guards or servicing equipment, including isolating electrical and pneumatic energy sources to maintain a safe work environment.
• Provide technical training and guidance to maintenance staff and production operators on electrical systems and best practices.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation on electrical systems, modifications, and activities for compliance and continuous improvement efforts.

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The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of what is required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not imply or establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Butterball, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the fair and impartial treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without regard to gender, age, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, military / veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law.

We embrace equal opportunity employment. Butterball is committed to the fair and impartial treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without regard to gender, age, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, military / veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law. This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of Butterball's Drug / Alcohol Screening & Testing Policy. Details will be provided to individuals who receive a conditional job offer, or upon request.