Automation & Controls Leader

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary in plant leader for automation and control systems
• Ensure high performance and reliability of PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, drives, and industrial networks
• Align automation strategy with plant goals for safety, quality, productivity, and cost
• Own factory floor network design, performance, cybersecurity posture, and obsolescence planning
• Manage hardware and software lifecycle, including upgrades and mitigation plans
• Lead automation projects from concept through commissioning and operational handoff
• Deliver projects on time, within scope, and aligned with technical standards
• Partner with Engineering, Maintenance, IT/OT, and Operations to ensure seamless execution
• Diagnose and resolve complex automation and controls issues
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for automation related downtime
• Deploy automation solutions that improve reliability, efficiency, and safety
• Maintain automation standards, documentation, and change management processes
• Ensure compliance with internal standards, safety requirements, and regulatory expectations
• Support audits and system validation activities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of experience leading automation/controls in a manufacturing environment
• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience with technical teams is preferred
• Strong knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, industrial networks, and control system architecture
• Experience leading automation projects end to end
• Able to influence across multiple sites and functions
• Knowledge of industrial cybersecurity and OT/IT integration
• Strong problem-solving skills in high availability environments

Qualifications

• Indefinite U.S. work authorization

Preferred

• Experience in food, beverage, or consumer packaged goods manufacturing

Pay, Benefits & Schedule

The expected compensation range for this position is between $93,500 - $156,450. 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 12% 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

Compensation and Benefits: The expected compensation range for this position is between $93,500 - $156,450. 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 12% 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.