Industrial Controls Engineer

Role Overview

• Maintaining and optimizing the site's automation systems, including PLC infrastructure, HMI interfaces, process instrumentation, valves, and motors.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and capital projects to enhance safety, product quality, efficiency, and equipment reliability in a fast-paced food and beverage manufacturing environment.
• Ensure plant processes adhere to expected Safety and Quality standards and close gaps where necessary.
• Support plant Safety and Quality programs and assist with root-cause investigations for incidents or equipment/process failures.
• Responsible for the operation and maintenance of the plant control (PLC) systems and equipment, including enhancement, troubleshooting, replacement, and maintenance strategies.
• Ensure PLC/Industrial Control systems are operating reliably, includes maintaining program backups, spare parts, applying firmware updates, etc.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and automation enhancements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Operations, Quality, Maintenance) to implement improvements.
• Analyze production data to recommend and execute control system modifications.
• Provide automation expertise during the design, installation, and commissioning of new equipment and systems.
• Develop functional specifications and control strategies for new projects.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors to ensure successful integration of automation systems.
• Maintain documentation of PLC programs, network architecture, and control schematics.
• Assist Engineering/Operations with troubleshooting and modifying PLC programs and systems.
• Direct Maintenance team with developing and implementing preventative maintenance and spare parts inventory levels to support reliable operation of the controls equipment.

Requirements

• Four (4) year B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of experience in industrial automation, preferably in a process-heavy, food manufacturing facility
• Proficiency in PLC programming (preferably Allen-Bradley)
• Strong understanding of industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, etc.)
• Ability to wire, calibrate, and otherwise troubleshoot control devices (instruments, valves, VFDs, etc)
• Ability to create and read electrical drawings.
• Experience with MS Office applications

Benefits

• Generous time off for vacations
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Medical/Dental/Vision Health & Wellness programs