Senior Controls Engineer Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

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!

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.

• 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.

• 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.

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 vision coverage 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 our talent 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.

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

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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.