Sr Manufacturing Systems Engineer

Title: Sr Manufacturing Systems EngineerLocation: Quincy, WAJob Requisition ID: Req-271999Time Type: Full time

About Lamb Weston

You’ve probably enjoyed our fries without even knowing it! As a leading manufacturer in our industry, we inspire and bring people together with foods they love and trust. Our customer base includes international food service providers, restaurants, and households in over 100 countries around the world. 

A highly innovative global corporation with a start-up mindset, we empower every individual to make a genuine difference. You’ll gain access to hands-on training to fuel your growth and success, explore opportunities for new solutions, and you’ll join a winning team of 10,000+ people all dedicated to raising the bar – together.

If you have a strong drive for results, a desire to help us bring the world together through our fries, and are ready for a fresh challenge, we want to hear from you.

Job Description Summary

Responsible for the development, troubleshooting, and maintenance of the plant’s Process Controls infrastructure. Provides technical and problem-solving support for the plant and maintenance crews.

Job Description

• Day to day PLC controls program troubleshooting to support plant operations.
• Project management for automation related projects.
• Overall support and management of programming, development, and maintenance of plant Process Control systems.
• Mentor junior Process Control technicians to provide training and instruction in Process Control concepts and plant operations.
• Interface to equipment and instrumentation including optimization and calibration, specifying, and interface programming.
• Interface with other disparate controls systems and OEM supplied systems and equipment.
• Work with corporate Process Control to maintain overall automation and control goals, specifications, and integration standards.
• Supports and executes plant specific maintenance strategies to achieve the plant’s key performance goals for overall maintenance performance.
• Provides technical and problem-solving support for the plant operations and maintenance crews.
• Work to execute the overall platform and plant automation and controls vision.
• On call support and Remote Access Plant support

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

Education/ Certifications:

• BS in Computer Science, Engineering Technology, or Electrical Engineering or a related field preferred, or a combination of suitable education and experience
• PLC Certification or equivalent
• Washington Electrical Journeyman or a Washington Electrical Supervisor license preferred but not required

Skills and Experience:

• 5-7 years controls and electrical maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• 3-5 years engineering experience in projects/maintenance work
• Advanced working knowledge of PLC systems, PLC programming, instrumentation, and demonstrate PLC system troubleshooting skills
• Proficiency with communications protocols including Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, and serial communications
• Specific software proficiency requirements include products such as FactoryTalk view SE, FactoryTalk view ME, FactoryTalk view Studio, FactoryTalk AssetCentre, FactoryTalk Gateway, Studio 5000 LogixDesigner, rsLogix 5000, RSLogix 5, RSLinx Classic,Connected Components WorkBench, Microsoft Windows OS, Microsoft Office
• Specifice hardware proficiency requirements include devices such as CTI, Texan Instruments, Allen-Bradley Controllers, IO devices, Networks, and HMIs. These include ControlLogix, CompactLogix, MoroLogix, Mircro-800 PLC-5, and SLC-500 families of control systems and components, HMI systems include Panelview Plus and Panelview Component, Network requirements include systems such as Ethernet/IP, ControlNet, Devicenet, DH+, DH-485, RI0
• Excellent PLC development, troubleshooting, and programming skills
• Ability to read and interpret plant drawings, detailed equipment schematics, and O&M manuals required
• Strong computer application skills, network and PC business application software
• Working knowledge of the NEC/ Washington specialty codes and can ensure that plant electrical work is performed according to code
• Excellent problem solving and organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
• Excellent ability to follow and implement standards

Physical Environment/Demands:

• Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment
• Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at desk or computer terminal
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. 
• Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephone and other office equipment in the course of normal workday
• Stooping, bending, twisting and reaching may be required in completion of job duties
• Exposed to a noisy environment that varies from hot to cold in temperature
• Exposure to manufacturing environments for up to 8 hours per work day to include:  loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, slippery conditions, dirt, fumes, smoke, smells and allergies 
• Ability to do repetitious arm, wrist and hand movements required for job actions and procedures. 
• Must be able to work with hands and arms overhead, and to work in or under the equipment. 
• Requires manual dexterity, overall coordination and good balance to work both at ground level and in high places to perform job duties.  Ability to operate work related equipment
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Valid Driver’s License and driving record that meets Lamb Weston Driving Standards
• Exposed to temperatures ranging from -20 degrees below zero to 35 degrees Fahrenheit in Freezer Operation and 37 degrees to 90 degrees Fahrenheit in Plant Operation
• Climbing to various heights via stairs or ladders on a regular basis

Industry-Competitive Benefits

Coupled with our compensation and bonus incentive programs, our benefits deliver rewards that are market competitive.  Some of the most attractive elements of our benefit programs include:

• Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision

• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts

• Well-being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program

• Paid Time Off

• Financial Wellness – Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts, Life and Accident insurance

• Family-Friendly Employee events

• Employee Assistance Program services – mental health and other concierge type services

Benefits may vary based on location, job role/level, job status, and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Anticipated Close Date

The anticipated close date is a good faith estimate for when this job will be closed. Some jobs may be unposted or filled earlier or later than the Anticipated Close Date depending on interview processes and business needs.Anticipated Close Date: 12/18/2026

Pay Transparency

In compliance with applicable state and local laws, Lamb Weston has opted to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation is specific to this position and takes into account a number of variables. Actual compensation may be higher or lower in the range posted based on various factors, including, but not limited to, job duties, experience and expertise. A candidate's work location could also impact the actual compensation being outside of the range to reflect local cost of labor. A reasonable annual estimate of the range for this role is listed below.Pay Rate or Range: $104,530.00 - $156,800.00

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lamb Weston is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law