Senior Automation Controls Engineer

Responsibilities

Provide daily automation support to Operations and Facilities teams
Execute automation-related projects from planning through implementation
Develop and maintain Automation, Electrical, and Instrumentation work priority lists in collaboration with cross-functional partners
Create and implement training programs to support development of the automation workforce
Align site information technology and operational technology infrastructure, programming, and equipment with company standards
Participate in Production Cell Daily Direction Setting meetings
Contribute as an active member of Early Management or Preventative Maintenance pillar teams
Support automation equipment obsolescence planning in partnership with pillar teams
Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards and site policies
Promote safe work practices and ensure work is completed safely and efficiently
Maintain quality and completeness of work deliverables
Communicate effectively across teams and stakeholders
Provide support outside of regular hours as needed for critical operations

Requirements

5–8 years of programmable logic controller (PLC) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition programming experience required, with Allen Bradley and Ignition preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electronics, Information Technology, Programming, or a related technical field preferred
Experience in regulated manufacturing environments such as Food and Drug Administration (FDA), United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), or Process Safety Management preferred
Experience in manufacturing or process engineering environments preferred
Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to collaborate across stakeholders
Apply engineering principles to solve complex problems and interpret technical instructions
Read and analyze safety rules, blueprints, electrical schematics, and piping and instrumentation diagrams, with solid knowledge of electrical and electronic principles
Proficiency in standard computer programs including email and Microsoft Office

Physical Requirements

You may be required to walk around the facility, climb stairs/ladders, kneel, or perform repetitive tasks that require hand-eye coordination.
You may be required to lift or carry materials that can vary in weight and size.
This is a manufacturing environment with large, moving equipment.
Noise levels can be high, and temperatures may vary.

Pay

$82,000-$120,000

Benefits

• Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement
• Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
• Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement
• Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities