Engineering Jobs in Palo Iowa

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to plant electrician staff primarily focused on the installation and repair of electrical controls, automation, motors & starters, lighting, and power distribution on 110V-220V-480V-13,800V systems.
• Manage and expand the application of Predictive Maintenance technologies across the plant to drive improved plant reliability.
• Provide direct supervision to approximately 15 skilled crafts with varying trade skills.
• Provide indirect supervision, technical and safety guidance to 30 plant electricians.
• Schedule and execute all maintenance assignments within area of responsibility.
• Prioritize and lead the upgrade of obsolete plant PLC systems.
• Lead and enhance plant wide Electrical Safety Program to conform to PepsiCo Global Environmental Health Safety Management System(GEHSMS) standards.
• Develop and implement electrical reliability strategic plan to include maintenance improvements and capital upgrades.
• Identify and implement cost savings opportunities for electrical distribution and electrical consumption across the plant.
• Provide technical guidance in all capital projects that replace or update electrical controls or power distribution.
• Lead food safety and employee safety improvements through key GEHSMS and QSHA programs.
• Working knowledge of predictive maintenance technologies including vibration analysis, ultrasonic, and thermography of electrical & mechanical equipment
• Understanding of the NEC, ARC Flash, and Machine Safety Standards.
• Ability to develop electrical design drawings in AUTO CAD, and detailed sequence-of-operation documents.
• Familiar with OSHA, NFPA, and other compliance codes.
• Knowledge and understanding of Allen Bradley family of PLC's, Operator Interfaces, and VFD's.
• Able to integrate Control Logix, PLC 5, and SLC's
• Extensive understanding of power distribution system and power systems calculations
• Experience with various generations of electrical switch gear – 480v to 13.8kv 3-phase systems

Compensation and Benefits

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $73,400 - $122,850.
• Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
• Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 8% of annual salary paid out annually.
• Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
• In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.

Qualifications

• 4-year technical degree in Electrical Engineering Power System Emphasis or 10 years' experience in electrical power systems and controls.
• 5 years of electrical design, project management, or electrical maintenance experience.
• Ability to travel 5%
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to deliver results.
• Exceptional people skills with strong commitment to a team approach.
• Familiar with spreadsheets, word processing, and PC's.
• Knowledge and understanding of industrial control networks, Data Highway+, Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet.
• Knowledge and understanding of PanelView, WonderWare, and RSView. Operator interface packages.
• Knowledge of NFPA-70E and how to apply its principles to a large manufacturing site.
• Knowledge and understanding of barcode technology, vision systems, and servo systems.

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JOB DESCRIPTION

The 2nd Shift Lead Maintenance Technician is a working lead responsible for overseeing and supporting staff during 2nd shift. This position ensures safe and efficient production by providing hands-on troubleshooting, equipment maintenance, interpretation of blueprints and bills of materials (BOMs), support with sub-assembly, and machine build tasks.

This role partners closely with 1st shift Assembly Supervisor, Quality Control, and Engineering to ensure consistent workflow, proper equipment performance, and adherence to quality standards. The Lead Technician sets expectations for productivity and quality and serves as the technical resource for 2nd shift.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Serve as the working lead for staff on 2nd shift, providing daily direction, support, and task prioritization.
• Ensure smooth workflow throughout the shift, adjusting assignments as needed to meet production and quality goals.
• Provide shift-change communication to 1st shift leadership and maintenance teams, ensuring continuity of work.
• Support new or less experienced employees by coaching processes, troubleshooting, and proper equipment operation.
• Work with the safety committee to ensure continuous compliance with all environmental, health, and safety (EHS) regulations and standards.
• Identify and troubleshoot quality issues and recommend solutions.
• Work collaboratively with the Quality Technician to support in-process inspections, ensure machines meet required specifications, and resolve quality-related issues quickly.
• Support root-cause analysis related to quality or equipment problems.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality and safety control processes.
• Assist in maintaining a clean, organized, and safe production environment.
• Communicating deviations, rework needs, or quality concerns the Assembly Supervisor and QC.
• Performs and assumes other duties and responsibilities as may be required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Industrial Technician Certificate or equivalent required; Associate of applied science or comparable degree preferred.
• Minimum 4–6 years of maintenance technician experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting skills.
• Experience working in union manufacturing environments preferred.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and BOMs.
• Proven ability to lead a team or serve as a subject-matter expert on a production shift.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with QC, engineering, and production.
• Computer literacy, including maintenance systems, email, and documentation tools.

Physical Demands

The individual will regularly be required to stand. The individual will frequently be required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The individual will occasionally be required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The individual must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this role include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those individuals encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this role, the employee is periodically exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

This position requires the ability to pass a competency test, pre-employment drug test, and background check.

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.