Controls Engineer

Reports To:
Sr. Director of Operations

Travel:
Up to 50% (as needed to support each plant)

Position Summary:
The controls engineering leads Bumble Bee Seafoods' corporate automation initiatives, overseeing factory capital projects for electrical and automation. Supporting engineering efforts across our manufacturing sites in San Diego, CA; Santa Fe Springs, CA; Cape May, NJ; and Blacks Harbour, NB, Canada. This role will work with project engineers supporting each factory site that drives process optimization, automation, and sustainability across the network, while managing the Company's capital plan and aligning technical initiatives with business strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with factory General Managers and Dir of Engineering to align capital priorities, asset strategies, and automation initiatives.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and re-engineering through automation, control systems, and standardization.
• Provide leadership on technical problem-solving and root cause analysis.
• Expand in-house automation capabilities; support cross-site knowledge sharing and best practices.
• Manage all aspects of project execution: RFPs, technical specs, vendor selection, installation, and factory acceptance testing for assigned projects.
• Support and help shape 3-to-5-year Capital Plans in alignment with business objectives.
• Foster collaboration across departments including R&D, QA, Supply Chain, and Maintenance.
• Remote PLC and automation troubleshooting.
• Maintain electrical drawings so they remain current
• Maintain a database of programs (past and current versions)
• Led the ignition transition and support going forward.

People & Culture

• Serve as a visible leader and coach to safety, environmental, and plant leadership teams.
• Conduct training and development initiatives that empower employees at all levels to own results
• Champion a culture of accountability, transparency, and collaboration.
• Lead by example—being a consistent presence on the floor and in the plants, listening, teaching, and inspiring others.

Qualifications:

• BS or MS degree in Electrical, or related Engineering discipline.
• 10-15 years' experience in a manufacturing/operations environment, with increasing responsibility in technical or engineering roles.
• Proven project leadership in cross-functional environments; strong organizational and execution skills.
• Demonstrated experience in automation, PLC/HMI/SCADA systems, and industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Ethernet/IP, ControlNet).
• Familiarity with CAD systems, solid modeling software, Microsoft Project, and general Office tools.
• Ability to interpret P&IDs and electrical schematics; hands-on capability in prototyping a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to lead change and influence across all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated success in building a safety culture and delivering sustainability initiatives with measurable results.
• Ability to travel regularly to Cape May, Santa Fe Springs, and Blacks Harbour.
• Familiar with food manufacturing and equipment, specifically end of line equipment. Background in canning is preferred.
• Proven experience with FAT, SAT and holding vendors accountable for deliverables.

What We Offer:

• The opportunity to shape the future of safety and sustainability at a company that values people and the planet.
• A collaborative, mission-driven environment where your voice matters.
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities.

Bumble Bee Foods, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/ Affirmative Action employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race (including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, contact Bumble Bee Foods, LLC Human Resources Representative.

About Bumble Bee Seafoods
The Bumble Bee Seafood Company is passionately pursuing its purpose of feeding people's lives through the power of the ocean. We are an iconic 125-year-old year-old fishing company that consistently aims to deliver delicious, healthy, and affordable food to consumers while working hard to find new ways to protect the ocean and those that rely on it. Bumble Bee is firmly anchored in a commitment to connect the world to the ocean by re-defining sourcing, producing, and enjoying products from and inspired by the ocean.

Bumble Bee's full line of seafood and specialty protein products are marketed in the U.S., Canada and over 50 markets globally under leading brands including Bumble Bee, Brunswick, Clover Leaf, Snow's, and Beach Cliff. For more information about the company, visit For product information, visit