Automation Engineer

Kemin Application Solutions team is seeking an Automation Engineer! This team is responsible for product application systems and services that Kemin offers to it's customers.  The Automation Engineer will develop, analyze, implement, monitor, and maintain automated dosing processes to required specifications, focusing on safety, reliability, and quality.   

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Engineering, with experience in areas of PLC's, SCADA, Ladder Logic, Script-based programming, hydro-mechanics, electro-mechanical engineering; measurement and control technology; processing engineering

Interested applicants must be based in Des Moines, Iowa.

Join the Kemin Team and Transform Lives!

We are a privately held, family-owned-and-operated global biotechnology company driven by curiosity and committed to transforming the quality of life for people, pets, and the planet. 

We create solutions that strengthen health and wellbeing, provide nutrition and immune support for pets and production animals, safeguard the planet’s natural resources, and protect the global food supply chain for generations to come.

We supply over 500 specialty ingredients for various industries, including human and animal health and nutrition, pet food, aquaculture, nutraceutical, food technologies, crop technologies, textiles, biofuels, and animal vaccines.

We employ 3,500 global employees and operations in 90 countries, including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, Egypt, India, Italy, San Marino, Singapore, South Africa, and the United States.

As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial, physical, and professional well-being:

• Competitive Financial Package: Enjoy a rewarding salary, uncapped bonus opportunities, a 401k match program, and generous paid vacation and holidays.
• Health and Wellness Support: Stay fit and healthy with our fitness reimbursement for the whole family, access to an on-site fitness center, a restaurant offering seasonal fresh food options, and free fresh fruit in break areas.
• Career Development and Advancement: Unlock your potential with opportunities for growth and development throughout your entire career.
• Continued Learning Opportunities: Grow your skills with our in-house learning platforms, offering thousands of training resources both live and online, and take advantage of tuition reimbursement for external post-secondary pursuits.
• Service Opportunities: Make a positive impact with paid time off for service, partnerships with The World Food Programme and Habitat for Humanity, and local community initiatives.

• Develop and install innovative PLC, HMI, and Scada solutions to maximize the applicator efficiency. 
• Responsible for keeping system schematics and drawings up to date, managing version history.
• Responsible for researching technical, economical, and software improvements.
• Recommend and review instrument specifications for projects.
• Build and install various application equipment.
• Integrate application technology into customer processing systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair existing application systems at customer locations.
• Foster a positive team environment and assist coworkers as required
• Ability to assemble and install application equipment at customer sites across North America.
• Participate in attending local exhibitions, seminars, trainings, and workshops.
• Assist in development of new application systems.
• Provide day to day support to customers, sales team, and KAS Engineers.

• Education and Experience:
  • Bachelors Degree in Engineering, with 1 to 3 years experience in an industrial environment, including field work at customer locations
• Experience in liquid dosing systems and Feed Mill process technology is desired, but not required
• Electronic Control (PLC) and automation systems. 
• Capability to learn and understand electrical and communication systems
• Strong affinity for industrial automation
• Profound knowledge and understanding of mechanical and electrical schematics
• Ability to work independently or in a structured team
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast paced, high-pressure environment
• Excellent analytical and decision-making skills
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Self-starter and highly organized
• Quality minded 
• Travel up to 50%

We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed/religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status (where applicable), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy/childbirth/breastfeeding or related conditions, age (40+), disability (including the use of a service animal), genetic information, marital status, familial or caregiver status, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, reproductive health decision‑making, and any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also prohibit retaliation for raising concerns or participating in an EEO process. Applicants who need a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview can email TalentAcquisition.US@Kemin.com.

A post-offer background check and drug screen is required.  Additional pre-employment requirements may be necessary based on position.

Kemin is a drug-free and tobacco-free campus. 

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