Senior Electrical & Controls Engineer – PLC, Automation, Capital Projects | Hybrid USA (Travel Required)

Senior Electrical & Controls Engineer

📍 Location: Multiple U.S. Locations (must be near a manufacturing site)
🏠 Work Model: Hybrid (flexibility when not traveling)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering required
📈 Experience Level: Mid-Senior
🕒 Experience Required: 5–7+ years
✈️ Travel: 50–75% (North America)
🌎 Visa Sponsorship: Not available
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Possible

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Electrical & Controls Engineer to lead and support capital projects across multiple manufacturing facilities.

This role is responsible for delivering end-to-end electrical and control systems engineering, from concept and design through installation, commissioning, and handover. You will play a key role in executing large-scale industrial projects and ensuring systems are safe, efficient, and aligned with operational goals.

Key Responsibilities

Capital Project Delivery

• Lead electrical and controls engineering for capital projects ($1M–$15M range)

• Develop:

• Scope documents

• Engineering designs and calculations

• Cost estimates and schedules

• Technical specifications

• Manage projects from concept through execution, commissioning, and handover

Electrical & Controls Engineering

• Design and implement:

• Power distribution systems

• Control systems and automation solutions

• Specify and source equipment such as:

• Switchgear, transformers, MCCs

• Drives, PLCs, HMIs, relays, circuit breakers

• Perform electrical system analysis and calculations

• Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety requirements

Project & Contractor Management

• Lead and coordinate:

• External engineering consultants

• Vendors and suppliers

• Installation contractors

• Manage procurement lifecycle from RFQs to installation and warranty support

• Oversee commissioning, startup, and training for plant teams

• Manage change control (MOC) processes

Safety & Compliance

• Apply and promote NFPA 70E electrical safety standards

• Lead safety initiatives related to electrical and control systems

• Ensure all systems meet required regulatory and operational standards

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with:

• Operations

• Maintenance

• Engineering teams

• Procurement and project management

• Provide subject matter expertise (SME) on electrical and controls systems

• Support both plant-level projects and enterprise initiatives

Project Ownership (Controls-Focused Projects)

• Take full ownership of smaller projects (typically <$5M)

• Act as Electrical & Controls Lead on larger initiatives

• Manage:

• Budgets and forecasts

• Schedules and deliverables

• Stakeholder communication

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

• 5+ years of experience in controls/electrical engineering within manufacturing

• Strong experience with:

• Control systems and automation technologies

• Electrical system design

• Hands-on expertise with:

• Allen-Bradley PLCs and HMIs (including programming)

• Proficiency in AutoCAD

• Demonstrated experience managing capital projects ($500K–$2M+)

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with:

• 480V and 4160V power distribution systems

• MCCs, switchgear, and industrial power systems

• Background in continuous and/or discrete manufacturing environments

• Experience managing multi-site or large-scale industrial projects

Key Competencies

• Strong project management and execution skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams

• High level of initiative and ownership

• Strong collaboration with internal and external stakeholders

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will:

• Have strong experience delivering electrical and controls projects in manufacturing environments

• Be comfortable acting as both:

• Technical expert (E&C lead)

• Project owner (for smaller projects)

• Thrive in a hands-on, plant-facing role

• Be capable of managing complex, multi-site capital projects

• Be open to frequent travel (50–75%)

Screening Questions

• Do you hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering?

• Do you have project engineering or project management experience?

• Are you open to travel (40–60%+)?

Additional Information

• This role supports a high volume of active and upcoming capital projects

• Acts as a critical technical resource across multiple manufacturing facilities

• Opportunity to lead impactful projects driving operational performance and growth

Category Manager – Direct Materials | Strategic Sourcing, SAP, Manufacturing | Denver, CO (Hybrid)

Category Manager – Direct Materials

📍 Location: Denver, Colorado (Hybrid – 3 days onsite / 2 days remote)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s Degree required
📈 Experience Level: Mid-Senior
🕒 Experience Required: 5–7+ years
✈️ Travel: Occasional
🌎 Visa Sponsorship: Not available
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Not available

Role Overview

We are seeking a Category Manager – Direct Materials to lead strategic sourcing initiatives across a multi-site manufacturing environment.

This role is responsible for optimising cost, quality, and supply continuity, while driving supplier performance and supporting innovation through strong cross-functional collaboration with R&D, Product, and Operations teams.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Cost Optimisation

• Develop and execute data-driven category strategies for direct/raw materials

• Build and maintain should-cost models to support negotiations and pricing decisions

• Deliver year-over-year cost savings through:

• Strategic negotiations

• Competitive sourcing events

• Supplier rationalisation

• Value engineering initiatives

• Track and report performance using KPIs, scorecards, and executive updates

Supplier & Contract Management

• Manage supplier relationships to ensure:

• Quality performance

• Cost competitiveness

• Supply reliability

• Lead supplier development initiatives to improve capability and alignment

• Own contract lifecycle management, including compliance and renewals

• Manage $20M+ spend categories

Project & Cross-Functional Leadership

• Lead cross-functional teams across:

• R&D

• Product Management

• Operations

• Finance

• Quality

• Support:

• New supplier qualification

• New product introductions (NPI)

• Material evaluation and innovation initiatives

• Act as the primary commercial interface across multiple facilities

Risk Management & Supply Continuity

• Proactively identify and mitigate supply chain risks

• Develop and implement contingency plans

• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for supply disruptions

• Ensure uninterrupted supply of critical materials

Process Improvement

• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency

• Streamline sourcing and supply chain operations

• Drive adoption of best practices across the organisation

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required

• 5+ years of experience in supply chain or sourcing, including:

• At least 3 years sourcing within a large/complex organisation

• Proven experience sourcing direct/raw materials in manufacturing environments

• Experience managing $20M+ spend categories

• Strong contract negotiation and supplier management experience

Technical Skills

• Expertise in should-cost modelling and cost analysis

• Strong understanding of commodity/category management principles

• Experience with e-sourcing tools

• Proficiency with:

• SAP or similar ERP systems

• Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook

Preferred Qualifications

• CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) certification

• Experience supporting new product development or R&D initiatives

• Background in multi-site manufacturing environments

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams

• Proactive, collaborative mindset with focus on continuous improvement

• Ability to present insights to senior and non-technical stakeholders

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will:

• Have direct experience sourcing raw/direct materials within manufacturing

• Be comfortable managing large spend categories and complex supplier networks

• Demonstrate strong commercial acumen and negotiation capability

• Thrive in a cross-functional, fast-paced environment

• Have a track record of delivering cost savings and supplier performance improvements

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Health and wellbeing coverage

• Paid time off

• Additional employee benefits

Screening Question

• Do you have experience sourcing raw or direct materials for manufacturing plants?

Cyber-Physical Security Manager – Integrated Cyber & Physical Security | Kansas City

Cyber-Physical Security Manager

📍 Location: Kansas City, Missouri (Hybrid / Flexible WFH)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
✈️ Travel: Occasional
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s Degree Required
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Possible for the ideal candidate

Role Overview

This role sits at the intersection of cybersecurity, physical security, and smart infrastructure. As Cyber-Physical Security Manager, you will design, govern, and evolve integrated security systems that protect people, facilities, data, and operational technologies across corporate and project sites.

You’ll act as a technical authority and strategic advisor, translating cybersecurity frameworks into real-world physical and operational security solutions—while partnering closely with IT Security, SOC, Crisis Response, and facilities leadership.

What You’ll Own

• Design & Architecture

• Design scalable, resilient cyber-physical security architectures across corporate and project environments

• Produce technical specifications for:

• Access control systems

• Intrusion detection

• Video surveillance

• ICS / OT / IoT and smart building technologies

• Framework Translation & Compliance

• Translate security frameworks (e.g. ISO 27001, NIST SP 800-82) into technical requirements, procedures, and standards

• Ensure systems align with federal credentialing and critical infrastructure requirements

• Risk & Resilience

• Lead cyber-physical security risk assessments, aligned with enterprise information security risk methodologies

• Identify vulnerabilities across IT, OT, and physical domains and define mitigation strategies

• Security Operations & Monitoring

• Partner with Security Operations Center (SOC), Crisis Management, and Emergency Response teams

• Enhance monitoring, detection, and response capabilities across physical and cyber environments

• Integrate physical security platforms with centralized monitoring workflows

• Enterprise & Smart Building Integration

• Lead integration of physical security systems with IT and OT platforms

• Ensure smart building technologies comply with enterprise IT security policies and governance

• Strategy & Program Development

• Partner with IT Security leadership to define and execute cyber-physical security strategy

• Develop and maintain:

• Security programs

• Standards & playbooks

• Operating procedures & checklists

• Proactively evolve security capabilities to address emerging threats

• Vendor & Stakeholder Management

• Own vendor relationships through detailed scopes of work and performance oversight

• Evaluate and onboard new vendors in line with defined security and operational standards

• Collaborate cross-functionally with facilities, office management, IT, and security teams

What We’re Looking For

• 7–10+ years of experience across cyber security, physical security, or integrated security environments

• Strong background designing and managing enterprise-scale security systems

• Experience working with OT, ICS, IoT, or smart building technologies

• Hands-on experience translating security frameworks into operational controls

• Proven ability to work cross-functionally with IT, facilities, operations, and executive stakeholders

• Strong documentation, governance, and program-building skills

• Comfortable operating as both technical expert and strategic advisor

Nice to Have

• Experience supporting SOC environments or security monitoring platforms

• Background in critical infrastructure, construction, large facilities, or multi-site enterprises

• Familiarity with vendor selection, RFPs, and managed security services

Compensation & Benefits

• 💰 Base Salary: $107,000 – $134,000

• Comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

• Paid Time Off

• Retirement Plan

• Flexible work arrangements

• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Additional Details

• Security Clearance Required: No

• Visa Sponsorship: Not available

• Work Model: Hybrid / Flexible WFH

• Employment Type: Full-Time

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Strategic thinker with hands-on technical depth

• Comfortable owning end-to-end security programs

• Collaborative, detail-oriented, and proactive

• Passionate about protecting people, assets, and systems in complex, real-world environments

Supplier Technical Engineer – Supplier Quality & Process Improvement (On-site, San Diego)

⚙️ Supplier Technical Engineer

📍 Location: San Diego, CA (On-site)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🏭 Industry: Energy
📦 Function: Supply Chain / Supplier Quality
🛂 Visa Sponsorship: Not available
🎯 Level: Associate (2–5 years’ experience)

🌟 About the Role

We are seeking a Supplier Technical Engineer to support supplier quality, process reliability, and continuous improvement across a global supply chain. This role plays a critical part in ensuring supplier performance meets high technical and quality standards while partnering closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to resolve issues and drive long-term improvements.

If you enjoy working at the intersection of engineering, quality, and supplier collaboration, this is a strong opportunity to build impact early in your career.

🔧 Key Responsibilities

• Support resolution of supplier-related quality issues and process gaps

• Provide conclusions and recommendations for quality improvements

• Partner with suppliers on continuous improvement initiatives

• Implement and monitor supplier process controls, evaluations, audits, and corrective actions

• Support supplier qualification for new products and components

• Identify root causes of quality problems and develop short- and long-term action plans

• Maintain documentation related to inspections, evaluations, and quality records

🧠 Core Competencies You’ll Use Daily

Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Apply quality management tools and techniques

• Use inspections, walkthroughs, and evaluation tools

• Track quality indicators and support improvement efforts

Problem Solving

• Identify and document issues and solution options

• Use data and diagnostics to assess root cause

• Balance risk, cost, and impact when recommending solutions

Collaboration & Communication

• Work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain

• Communicate clearly with suppliers and internal teams

• Contribute to collaborative problem-solving sessions

Attention to Detail

• Ensure accuracy in documentation and reporting

• Use checklists and verification methods to avoid errors

• Learn from past issues to improve future outcomes

Time & Priority Management

• Manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously

• Respond to operational needs while progressing project work

🎓 Background & Experience

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field

• 2–5 years of experience in supplier quality, manufacturing, or technical supply chain roles

Preferred

• Experience in Supplier Quality Engineering (SQE)

• Familiarity with investment casting and airfoil components (e.g., blades, nozzles)

• Exposure to manufacturing environments or technical suppliers

💰 Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $89,210 – $133,810

• Benefits: Full benefits package

• Bonus: Not eligible

• Relocation: Not available

• Travel: None required

Global Category Manager – Procurement | Medical Devices | Guaynabo, PR | Onsite

🌍 Global Category Manager – Procurement

📍 Location: Guaynabo, Puerto Rico (Metro Office Park, on-site 4 days/week)
🏭 Industry: Medical Devices / Manufacturing
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s Degree (required)
💼 Experience Level: Mid–Senior (10–15 years)
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not available
🚚 Relocation: Not available
💰 Compensation: Competitive base salary + full benefits
🕓 Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent

🌟 The Opportunity

A global leader in medical technology is seeking an experienced Global Category Manager – Procurement to lead strategic sourcing and category management across a diverse global network of 87 manufacturing sites.

Reporting directly to the Director of Strategic Sourcing, this role will define and execute a global category strategy encompassing procurement, sourcing, vendor management, and cost optimization initiatives. You’ll partner with cross-functional and multicultural teams, driving measurable results in cost efficiency, supplier performance, and risk mitigation.

This is a high-visibility position offering the opportunity to influence sourcing strategy at a global scale while supporting the mission of advancing healthcare innovation worldwide.

🧭 Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and lead global category sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives and growth plans.

• Collaborate with global procurement leaders under a hub-and-spoke model to set category direction and drive consistency across regions.

• Monitor key spending trends, market drivers, and supply chain risks to proactively adjust strategies.

• Lead strategic sourcing efforts to minimize cost, ensure supply continuity, and enhance product quality.

Supplier & Contract Management

• Identify, qualify, and manage a global supplier base, ensuring performance against KPIs for cost, quality, delivery, and service.

• Lead complex negotiations and develop contracts for standard and specialized goods/services in collaboration with legal teams.

• Conduct supplier evaluations, site audits, and continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen vendor performance.

• Drive supplier business reviews to promote continuous improvement and partnership excellence.

Operational Excellence

• Apply Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement principles to streamline procurement processes.

• Partner with business units and R&D leaders to integrate category strategies and optimize total cost of ownership.

• Leverage technology and analytics to forecast demand, evaluate cost drivers, and support long-term sourcing decisions.

• Ensure strict adherence to corporate ethics, compliance, and fiduciary standards across procurement operations.

🎓 Education & Experience

Required

✅ Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field.
✅ 6–8+ years of relevant experience in procurement, sourcing, or category management.
✅ Strong background in strategic sourcing, negotiations, and market intelligence.
✅ Proficiency with Ariba, ERP systems, and advanced Excel or analytical tools.
✅ Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and cross-cultural collaboration skills.
✅ Bilingual (English & Spanish).

Preferred

⭐ Experience managing procurement in plastic components, medical device, or pharmaceutical industries.
⭐ Proven ability to develop category strategies using structured 5-step or 7-step strategic sourcing frameworks.
⭐ Background in multi-site, global operations management (supporting 50+ facilities).
⭐ Demonstrated success in forecasting, cost modeling, and supplier relationship management.

💡 Core Competencies

• Strategic and analytical thinker with a data-driven approach.

• Strong negotiation and influencing skills.

• Proven ability to operate in global, multicultural environments.

• Excellent project management, forecasting, and reporting skills.

• Resilient, adaptable, and results-focused leader.

🧩 Why This Role?

This position offers the opportunity to lead at the intersection of strategic sourcing and innovation, with real impact on a company that touches millions of lives through advanced medical technologies.

You’ll join a team that values integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement, while offering support for professional growth and global exposure.

✨ Ideal Candidate Snapshot

• Experience: 10–15 years in category management or strategic sourcing

• Industry Background: Medical Devices, Plastics, or Pharmaceuticals

• Languages: English & Spanish (bilingual proficiency)

• Tools: Ariba | ERP Systems | Advanced Excel

• Leadership: Experience managing suppliers and stakeholders across multiple countries

• Travel: Occasional

🌐 Ready to lead global procurement strategy for a mission-driven organization?
Apply your category management expertise and make a global impact by driving value, sustainability, and innovation across the supply chain.

Maintenance Manager | Food & Beverage Manufacturing | Cherokee, OK | $131K–$150K

🏭 Maintenance Manager
🗺️ Cherokee, OK
📍 Food & Beverages Industry | Onsite
💼 Mid-Senior Level | Management
📅 Full-time | 1 Position Available

✨ Compensation: $131,000 – $150,000 (confidential if posted externally)
🚚 Relocation: Limited assistance available
❌ Visa Sponsorship: Not available

🎯 Position Purpose

The Maintenance Manager will oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of maintenance practices that keep plant equipment, grounds, and production processes running efficiently. This leader will play a vital role in driving operational excellence, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of safety while leading the engineering and maintenance teams.

🛠️ Key Responsibilities

• Plant Operations & Layout: Develop and optimize plant processing lines to support operational changes or expansions.

• Safety & Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to OSHA regulations and all company safety policies.

• Team Leadership: Equip and guide engineering and maintenance teams with the tools, training, and knowledge needed to sustain facility operations.

• Budget & Projects: Oversee Capital and Expense Budget projects and ensure timely execution.

• Vendor & Contractor Management: Build strong working relationships with external contractors and vendors to ensure efficient project delivery.

• Cross-Department Collaboration: Partner closely with other departments to resolve daily operational challenges and drive plant-wide success.

• Continuous Improvement: Identify issues proactively and lead solutions in a structured, constructive manner.

✅ Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s degree in a relevant field (or equivalent experience).

• Experience: 5+ years of management experience in manufacturing (meat industry experience preferred).

• Licenses/Certifications: State Mechanical Contractor’s License.

• Technical Expertise:

• Strong mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of electrical & mechanical systems.

• Basic understanding of refrigeration systems.

• Familiarity with CAD and PLC equipment.

• Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability.

• Excellent project and priority management.

• Effective communicator and self-starter with leadership skills across all organizational levels.

• Computer literacy (Excel, MS Word).

⚙️ Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods throughout the day.

• Occasional lifting of up to 40 lbs with proper technique.

• Work may require personal protective equipment (safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.).

• Exposure to extreme temperatures (-40°F to 110°F) and high-noise environments.

📌 Why This Role?

This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on Maintenance Manager ready to lead in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. You’ll take ownership of critical operations, drive continuous improvements, and make a direct impact on plant safety, efficiency, and long-term sustainability.