Senior Engineer, Electrical Controls

ScottsMiracle-Gro

Madison, Iowa

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Adobe Flash, Allen-Bradley, Auditing, Capital Project, Coaching, Communications Protocols, Community and Social Services, Control Engineering, Control Systems, Cross-Functional, Diversity, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power Distribution, Electricity, Family Planning, Hardware Upgrades, Identify Issues, Industrial Management, Instrumentation, Ladder Logic, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Maven, Mentoring, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Network Administration/Management, Network Configuration Management, Network Protocols, Network System Hardware, Operational Support, Performance Metrics, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Project Execution, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Reimbursement, Safety Standards, Sustainability, System Integration (SI), System Operations, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Technical Support, Total Productive Maintenance, Volunteer Experience
LOCATION
Madison, Iowa
POSTED
2 days ago

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Below are details on an open job. If the role interests you and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply!

Job Summary

We are looking for a Sr. Electrical & Controls Engineer to serve as the site’s primary technical authority for electrical systems and power distribution. You will partner with a high-performing team of electricians and technicians, manage large-scale capital projects, and ensure our infrastructure is safe, modern, and compliant.

Key Responsibilities

  • Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute a multi-year roadmap for electrical and control system upgrades. You will own the capital project requests from conception through implementation.

  • Operations Support: Provide ongoing technical support for plant operations, including troubleshooting complex equipment and instrumentation to minimize production disruptions.

  • Power Distribution & Infrastructure: Oversee the installation and integration of critical power systems, including MCCs, Power Distribution Panels, and facility-wide electrical grids.

  • Team Mentorship: Serve as the technical resource and coach for our electrical discipline, fostering a culture of continuous learning.

  • Controls & PLC Management: Act as the Subject Matter Expert for Allen Bradley PLCs. You will manage ladder logic updates, maintain backup systems, and ensure seamless communication across network protocols.

  • Safety Excellence: Champion plant safety regulations (NFPA-70E, Arc Flash, LOTO, and Energized Work Permits). You will conduct audits and issue permits to ensure all electrical work meets the highest compliance standards.

  • Cross-Functional Partnership: Act as the bridge between Operations and IT to manage industrial networks and hardware upgrades.

  • Project Execution: Utilize TPM and Lean methodologies to drive equipment reliability and decrease downtime through smart engineering solutions.

What You’ll Need to Be Successful

  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (or a related discipline) OR equivalent master-level technical experience with a proven track record of success.

  • 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, specifically focused on electrical systems and controls preferred

  • Proven hands-on expertise with industrial electrical system installation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

  • Substantial proficiency with Allen Bradley PLC programming, troubleshooting, and industrial networking.

  • Comprehensive understanding of NFPA-70E and electrical safety standards.

  • Experience leading and coaching tradespeople or technicians in a fast-paced environment.

  • A "find a way" attitude toward complex electrical challenges and a desire to improve KPIs through better engineering.

The starting budgeted pay range for this role will generally fall between $99,700.00 - $117,300.00 per year. Scotts will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.For remote roles where the final candidate resides in Alaska, California, Colorado, Illinois, New York, Oregon or Washington, state required pay thresholds will be factored into base salary.

Here at ScottsMiracle-Gro, we believe providing an enriching and engaging employee experience is what sets us apart from other organizations. We recognize our employees are so much more than just their job title so we offer programs and benefits that support them in all aspects of their lives. Wondering how we do it? Below is a glimpse of our highlight reel…

  • Our Live Total Health program provides you with options to align to your personal needs.  Selections range from medical, dental and visioncoverage for you, your spouse/domestic partner and dependents to an outstanding wellness reimbursement program to an unbelievable 401K match (up to 7.5%)as well as a 15% discount on company stock and much more

  • We know ourtalent is our most precious asset and your unique development contributes to our organization’s success now and in the future.  Career growth at our company is not always a ladder.  It’s much more like a rock climbing adventure.  Grow through exploration and experiences rather than a predictable linear path.

  • We value the importance of family. We provide access to Maven Family Planning and up to $30,000 to accommodate for adoption, fertility and surrogacy.

  • Be part of something bigger by joining one of our Employee Resource Groups focusing on diversity and inclusion, family, education and sustainability: Scotts Women’s Network, Scotts Black Employees’ Network, Scotts Veterans Network, Scotts Young Professionals, Scotts Pride Network (GroPride), Scotts Associates for a Greener Earth (SAGE), Scotts Family TREE and our Associate Boards.

  • Join a company with a strong belief in giving back to the communities where we live and work.  We have a shared passion for service and volunteerism and believe participating in community service benefits our communities and strengthens our team. 

Not interested in this role? Stay up to date on future opportunities by joining our ScottsMiracle-Gro and Hawthorne Gardeningtalent communities.

Scotts is an EEO Employer, dedicated to a culturally diverse, drug free workplace.

EEO/AA Employer/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Notification to Agencies:

Please note that the Scotts Miracle-Gro company does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement, and specific approval to submit resumes to an approved requisition, the Scotts Miracle-Gro company will not consider or approve payment regarding recruiter fees or referral compensations.

About the Company

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ScottsMiracle-Gro

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (NASDAQ: SMG) is the leading manufacturer and marketer of branded consumer lawn and garden products in North America. Our products are marketed under some of the most recognized brand names in the industry.

Through our subsidiary Hawthorne Gardening, we are a leading manufacturer, marketer and distributor of nutrients, growing media, advanced indoor garden, lighting and ventilation systems and accessories for hydroponic gardening.

Our brands are trusted to meet unique consumer needs – whether it's products in natural and organic or solutions for indoor and urban gardening. We are constantly listening to our consumers so we can develop the products they need.

We were recently ranked as a Columbus 2020 Top Places to Work.

COMPANY SIZE
5,000 to 9,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Chemicals/Petro-Chemicals
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Paid Sick Days, Parking, Performance Bonus, Professional Development, 401K, Stock Options, Employee Referral Program, Employee Events, Tuition Reimbursement, Work From Home, Life Insurance, Merchandise Discounts, Military Leave, On Site Cafeteria
FOUNDED
1868
WEBSITE
https://scottsmiraclegro.com/