Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

Company Overview

Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries. With subsidiaries in 103 countries, over 400 factories, and approximately 33,000 employees, Sika generated CHF 11.20 billion in sales in 2025. The company focuses on bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection solutions and is committed to environmental compatibility, community contribution, and social responsibility.

Role Overview

Instrumentation and Controls Engineer – Roofing Operations (Sealy, TX)

Responsibilities

• Maintain, implement, and modify all software‑controlled PLC/equipment interfaces and support standard electrical instruments and controls used in plant operations.
• Improve plant efficiency, reliability, and repeatability.
• Support and monitor extrusion coating lines, mixing plants, and winder software/PLC interface systems.
• Maintain process data collection from the shop‑floor network, utilizing PLCs that feed the MES interface to the SAP system.
• Implement plant‑wide communications and monitoring for Manufacturing Management.
• Network plant‑wide raw‑material monitoring for manufacturing planning and inventory.
• Develop 24‑hour/day support for the M61 extrusion coating line (PLC‑controlled production line).

Qualifications

• Mechanical or Electrical Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of Rockwell ControlLogix software (required); Siemens a plus.
• Familiarity with Rockwell FactoryTalk View and Wonderware.
• Minimum 2 years of related work experience.
• Experience in control system design and modifications, equipment design and manufacturing, and plant network design and support.
• Proficiency in PLC programming and HMI development.

Benefits

• 401(k) with generous company match
• Performance bonuses
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and floating holidays
• Paid volunteer time
• Wellness/fitness reimbursements
• Education assistance
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee referral program