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Entry Level Control Systems Engineer Jobs in Missouri

Austin Community College

$92K - $127K/yr

Implement Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC) to enforce the ... systems, SRE, identity management, enterprise storage, backup and disaster recovery, cloud ...

Boeing

Entry Level Manufacturing Engineer

Hazelwood, MO · On-site

$71K - $96K/yr

These training systems are high-end flight simulators. In this role, you will work as part of a ... S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 is ...

Boeing

Entry Level Manufacturing Engineer

Hazelwood, MO · On-site

$71K - $96K/yr

These training systems are high-end flight simulators. In this role, you will work as part of a ... S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is ...

Schreiber Foods

Controls Engineer

Monett, MO

$72K - $93K/yr

Systems & Controls Engineering The purpose of this position is to provide productivity, quality, and capacity improvements within an automated food manufacturing environment through control systems ...

Sparrow Company

Automation Engineer

Festus, MO · On-site

Responsibilities • Design and develop control systems and software programs. Implement and ... Qualifications • B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation engineering or related ...

System One

Electrical Controls Engineer

Raytown, MO · On-site

$78K - $104K/yr

Electrical Controls Engineer Full-Time | Kansas City, MO Travel: Up to 50% (including occasional ... Develop detailed electrical control system designs, including hardware, software, and configuration ...

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As of Jul 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level control systems engineer in Missouri is $102,032.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,800.00 and $118,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Entry Level Control Systems Engineer designs, develops, and maintains automation and control systems for industrial processes. They assist in programming PLCs, configuring HMIs, troubleshooting control systems, and integrating hardware and software components. Their role involves working with electrical and mechanical teams to ensure efficient system operation. They also analyze data, optimize performance, and adhere to safety and industry standards. This position provides hands-on experience with automation technologies and serves as a foundation for career growth in control engineering.

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As an Entry Level Control Systems Engineer, you can expect to assist in designing, programming, and testing control systems for manufacturing equipment, industrial processes, or robotic applications. Your daily work may involve configuring PLCs, developing system documentation, troubleshooting control hardware and software, and participating in system installations or upgrades. You’ll frequently collaborate with senior engineers, technicians, and other departments to implement solutions and ensure systems operate safely and efficiently. This foundation allows you to gain hands-on experience and grow your technical expertise as you advance in your engineering career.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Entry Level Control Systems Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Entry Level Control Systems Engineer, you need a solid understanding of control theory, electrical or mechanical engineering principles, and a relevant bachelor's degree. Familiarity with PLC programming, SCADA systems, and industry-standard software like MATLAB or AutoCAD is often required, and internships or certifications can be advantageous. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork skills, and clear communication are important soft skills for this position. These qualifications are crucial for designing, troubleshooting, and optimizing automated systems in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

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Manufacturing Systems Engineer - Hannibal, MO

Manufacturing Systems Engineer - Hannibal, MO

General Mills

Hannibal, MO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 7 days ago

General Mills rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 110 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

60th of 401 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW
The Manufacturing Systems Engineer role provides technical leadership and serves as a system and product specialist. They are responsible for building the team's packaging and processing technical skills through a hands-on approach. They are accountable for the operational foundation systems across the platform to secure basic conditions and drive out losses. The Systems Engineer plays a critical role in continuously improving by optimizing system performance and product quality while driving strategic productivity and capacity solutions for the platform and ultimately the business.
The primary focus will be on daily troubleshooting, problem solving, and on-the-floor activities to build confidence, capability, and credibility with the theory of operations, 4M relationships, and our product portfolios. It involves significant floor time to understand manufacturing processes, coupled with development within the Systems Engineering team. As progress is made to grow equipment and technical knowledge, overall capability will improve to identify and execute solutions for performance improvements and loss elimination.
To learn more about our Hannibal plant and the surrounding area, click here!
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Safety
  • Lead Food and Human Safety through Safety 2.0 leadership principles and standards.
  • Foster a culture that reduces risk to our people and communities by increasing capability to identify and control critical risk. Specifically, responsible as the Control of Hazardous Energy (CoHE) Platform Owner for ensuring safe system designs, managing procedure changes, partnering with site owner for reviews, and coaching best practices, while reinforcing accountability for execution and adherence at the operational level.
  • Cultivate Food Safety Culture is committed to manufacturing safe food that is compliant with policy and regulatory requirements.

Capability Building
  • Troubleshoot, problem solve and facilitate on-the-floor activities to build team member confidence, and capability of theory of operation and Operational Foundational Systems (CIL, CL, DH).
  • Communicate and engage effectively with teams on the manufacturing floor.

Process Leadership and Ownership Driving System Utilization (DSU):
  • Responsible for building necessary skills around the development of Loss Tree and glidepaths for the line / system.
  • Execute loss elimination tasks to improve system and equipment reliability through use of continuous improvement processes and problem solving.
  • Execute HMM initiatives. Daily Direction Setting (DDS) and Operations Foundational Systems:
  • Accountable for the operations foundational systems across the platform to secure basic conditions and drive out losses (Clean-Inspect-Lubricate CIL, Centerlines CL, and Theory of Operation TOO).
  • Vertical Start-Up (VSU): Provide Start-up support to the platform team to drive execution and improvements.

Know your Operation, Data and Technology:
  • Gain exposure through a physical presence on the manufacturing floor to the 4M's (machine, materials, methods, human) to grow skills and understanding of interdependency of inputs.
  • Gain exposure to data and information systems to identify and drive decision making (performance metrics, financial information, data historian, maintenance management system).
  • Learn material balances and unit operation capability on your system(s) to ensure optimal production rates, parameters, and formulas.
  • Develop through connections and learning from operators, technicians, maintenance, and peers through rigorous application and understanding of foundational systems.

Back-Up Support
  • This position will provide backup support as needed, ensuring business continuity and operational efficiency. • technical partners on platform team (SE, QE, Maintenance)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, or related degree with applicable experience, or extensive relevant work experience
  • 1 year + of related manufacturing product or process engineering experience
  • Theory/functionality of manufacturing systems and unit operations
  • Statistical analysis and analytical methods to drive manufacturing performance metric analysis
  • Mechanical aptitude with strong general engineering principles knowledge
  • Demonstrated leadership and working in a highly collaborative environment
  • Success in driving results through process and teamwork with proven success in reducing losses and improving performance in a manufacturing setting
  • Demonstrated technical capability and knowledge of unit operations and manufacturing machinery
  • Skilled at communicating between work groups, cross-functional resources, and other members of the plant and corporate teams
  • Working knowledge of manufacturing data analysis systems (examples: SAP, Maximo, Manufacturing Analytics, MQIS) and proven success with decision-making for results

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Food Engineering or other engineering degrees preferred
  • 2+ years of direct food manufacturing experience
  • Data and manufacturing performance metrics analysis

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS
  • International relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be considered.
  • Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.

COMPANY OVERVIEW
We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best - bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one other and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what's next.
Salary Range
The salary range for this position is $71300.00 - $107000.00 / Annually. At General Mills we strive for each employee's pay at any point in their career to reflect their experiences performance and skills for their current role. The salary range for this role represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, educations, skills, work experience, certifications, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range. Beyond base salary, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support and perks. Benefits may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. An incentive award, if any, depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you need to request an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please fill out our online accommodations request form by following this link: Accommodations Request.

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General Mills, Inc. manufactures some of the most beloved foods in the world, including Cheerios and Lucky Charms, Nature Valley granola bars, Totino's pizza rolls, and Yoplait yogurt. Blue Buffalo became part of General Mills in 2018, so even your pets love us too.

Industry

Manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Minneapolis, MN, US

Year founded

1928

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