Sr. Controls Engineer

Responsible for support and functionality enhancements required for facility and processing/filling lines with a focus on safety and quality.

Development of Software Functional Specifications (SFS)

Support equipment programming for manufacturing, troubleshoot software and hardware issues, and support the programming of robotics.

Troubleshoot and upgrade existing equipment to the new equipment design and implementation.

Own the controls software/hardware product lifecycle and lead instrumentation and control systems engineering projects.

Follow Food Safety Requirement/Standards as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Support knowledge transfer and training to team members.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Process, Controls, Automation, Electrical Engineering required.

MBA preferred

Experience & Skills

5+ years of controls/electrical engineering experience in aseptic processing or equivalent in GMP, FDA, ISO, USDA or PMO regulated environment.

A minimum of 2-5 years' experience in a variety of technical or operational assignments is required to demonstrate the desired industry experience.

Strong cause-and-effect analytical abilities to solve problems. Demonstrated ability to work with operations and technical teams to define project objectives and then deploy those findings to optimize performance of the process

Proficient in problem-solving methodologies and root cause analysis

Proficient skills in troubleshooting electrical, process, and automation-related issues

Aseptic manufacturing and packaging experience required.

Dairy manufacturing environment experience preferred.

Dairy and Aseptic process understanding preferred.

Experience with specific equipment required. Allen Bradley, Siemens, B&R PLC’s, VFD’s, servo drives, gearboxes,

Strong experience in PLC programming and computer programming.

Extensive knowledge, reading and understanding electrical schematics

Startup experience preferred

Extensive knowledge of engineering principles and procedures.

Excellent analytical and management skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Excellent interpersonal skills.

P hysical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times .

Must be able to work with equipment that contains electric magnetic components.