Senior Controls Engineer I

About the role

The role is located within the Richmond MC supporting Primary Processing operations, maintenance and engineering teams at the manufacturing center. This role supports various processing stages including new installations, maintenance driven improvements and repairs, and troubleshooting problems.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support during normal and off-business hours (including weekends/holidays) to ensure that tobacco processing meets business needs.
• Develop process control (PLC) software and operator interfaces (HMI).
• Develop and deploy control system improvements to enhance process capability to meet product requirements and business demand.
• Analyze process data to evaluate process health and performance.
• Plan and execute projects and support maintenance utilizing internal union labor and external resources. Understand and execute based on union notification processes.
• Support reliability initiatives as directed to ensure systems operate dependably by minimizing failures through root cause analysis, predictive maintenance, and failure prevention strategies.
• Auxiliary in projects and apply engineering best practices and standards under guidance.
• Apply problem solving techniques to develop and implement improvements for methods, processes, products, systems, documentation, and equipment.
• Mentor team members, operations and maintenance on technical topics.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting process control systems, instrumentation, sensors, valves and associated hardware/software systems (e.g. human-machine interfaces, process historians, digital networks, digital control systems, etc.).
• Desirable development experience with the following systems: Allen-Bradley ControlLogix, FactoryTalk View, Modicon 984 Ladder/Concept/Unity, Canary, Intouch Standalone and System Platform.
• Working knowledge of processing & packaging machinery, engineering project structure, with a background in mechanical and electrical systems. Knowledge of P&IDs and Loop Sheets preferred.
• Experience in a rapid, agile, consumer-driven manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without need for employer sponsorship, now or in the future.

Skills

• Technical support skills.
• Software development skills (e.g., PLC, HMI).
• Process control and instrumentation knowledge.
• Project management and execution skills.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Leadership and mentoring abilities.

Benefits

At Philip Morris USA, we offer a competitive salary range of $91,500.00 - $128,850.00, along with a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Flexible and remote work options.
• 15 days of paid time off, 13 paid holidays, 2 floating holiday days, and a 37.5-hour workweek.
• Annual merit increases and performance bonuses.
• 401(k) matching from day one; plus Deferred Profit Sharing, an annual company contribution in an amount equal to 13%-17% of your base salary.
• Student loan repayment assistance, conference attendance, and certification programs.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Paid parental and bonding leave for life’s biggest moments.
• Wellness programs that care for your whole well-being at whatever stage you are in your life.
• A culture that gives back — paid volunteer days and a shared commitment to making a difference.

Pay

$91,500.00 - $128,850.00

Schedule

37.5-hour workweek