Engineering Manager- Controls/Factory IT at Mars, Incorporated in FRANKLIN, Tennessee

Job Description:

Job Description:

The Engineering Manager (Controls/Factory IT) will manage a team of engineers to execute capital projects across Mars Pet Nutrition North America, focused on the following scope areas - power/electrical, controls/automation and Factory IT. This role will require functional/technical support for the team as well as creating a high performing team of engineers through associate engagement and development.

This role must be based out of one of the following locations:

Franklin, TN, Reno, NV, Columbus, OH, Ft. Smith Arkansas

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required. Electrical, Electronics Engineering or other related electrical/controls degree is preferred.


• 7+ years' experience in a comparable technical position - food, beverage, pharmaceutical or related industry preferable


• Understanding of engineering principles - Controls/Automation knowledge including low voltage electrical systems, instrumentation, PLC/HMI systems. Knowledge in MES/MOM, Factory IT and Cyber Security is a plus.


• High performance team experience


• Ability to travel up to 30%

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Role model the Five Principles, Associate Concept, Great Line Management (GLM) and High Performance Collaboration (HPC) mindset to attract, retain and develop associate talent


• Drive excellence in execution on capital projects within area of ownership, including associate development on project management methodology, risk management and EWP documentation


• Create and support the development of global/regional standards, and training programs


• Be a change agent and provide thought/strategic leadership on areas of opportunities to improve our ways-of-working across the Global, Regional and Site Engineering and Technical communities


• Support strategy development by working with the Controls & Digital Engineering Program Manager and other leaders to develop and execute regional engineering strategies


• Foster open relationships, motivate teams and ensure strong collaboration to support successful implementation of continuous improvement initiatives and ensure successful project execution

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.


• Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.


• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.


• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.