Automation Engineer Job at Rite Foods Limited

Rite Foods Limited is a truly world class, proudly Nigerian Foods and Beverages manufacturing company which began food production in March 2008. Our company is a major player in the sausage segment of the food industry and is gradually gaining market share in the soft drinks and energy drinks’ segment of the beverage industry in Nigeria.

Rite Foods Limited manufactures under high ethical standards and hygienic conditions to produce quality products that are fit for consumption.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Automation Engineer

Job Location: Ogun
Job type: Full time

Job Purpose

• The Automation Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and optimizing automated systems and control processes within the manufacturing environment.
• The role ensures improved operational efficiency, equipment reliability, reduced downtime, and compliance with safety and quality standards through effective automation solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, program, and maintain PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems for production lines and utilities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve automation and control system faults to minimize downtime.
• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on automated equipment and instrumentation systems.
• Optimize control processes to improve productivity, efficiency, and product quality.
• Support installation, commissioning, and validation of new automation equipment and upgrades.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to enhance plant performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements in all automation activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation for control systems, wiring diagrams, and process changes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and digital transformation projects.

Qualifications

• First Degree or its equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years relevant experience in process automation, preferably in a manufacturing / production environment.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of PLC programming
• Experience with Krones, Sidel, KHS, SCADA and HMI systems.
• Understanding of industrial instrumentation and control systems.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of electrical drawings and schematics.
• Project management and coordination skills.
• Strong analytical and technical documentation skills.

Method of Application 
Interested and qualified candidates should send their relevant qualifications to: talents@ritefoodsltd.com using the Job Posiiton as the subject of the email.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.