Industrial Controls & Automation Engineer

About the position

We are seeking a dedicated Industrial Controls & Automation Engineer to oversee all controls and automation activities across our West Haven and Orange, CT facilities. This role involves providing technical leadership and 24/7 support for electrical and control systems. You'll work with a range of technologies from the 1980s to the latest instrumentation, PLCs, and HMI/SCADA systems. If you are passionate about automation and controls, and thrive in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply. Be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-level plans for automation projects, including system architecture, risk assessment, scheduling, and resource planning.
• Establish and promote best-in-class engineering and manufacturing disciplines.
• Supervise the design, installation, and programming of PLC and HMI systems.
• Provide direction and supervision for the electrical and controls aspects of capital projects, ensuring compliance with Glanbia standards and specifications.
• Lead investigations into controls-related issues and recommend effective solutions.
• Oversee controls repairs and upgrades on production equipment.
• Monitor and evaluate technology trends, conducting research on cutting-edge technologies to determine their applicability to business needs.
• Interface with all levels of management and employees to gather information and provide guidance for implementation.
• Design and conduct plant trials to determine the necessary methods, procedures, parts, and equipment for engineering changes.
• Evaluate and recommend engineering changes to existing equipment to maximize productivity.
• Manage automation projects, including scheduling, scoping, and vendor supervision.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for current and future automation systems.
• Collaborate closely with plant operations and maintenance departments to develop effective working relationships.
• Support the plant operations team with technical issues.
• Develop accurate and efficient Process and Instrument Drawings based on customer specifications, general process descriptions, company standards, and verbal instructions.
• Work closely with the IT department to maintain existing technologies and develop new technologies for stable process controls and information systems.
• Coordinate activities and reviews between General Contractors, Engineering firms, and the project team.
• Assist in the development of startup and commissioning documents and training for plant staff.
• Research and analyze data, including engineering documents, design proposals, specifications, and manuals, to determine their suitability for project goals.
• Direct and coordinate installation activities to ensure products and systems conform to engineering design and specifications.
• Drive the adoption of the right technologies for both immediate and long-term growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline with a minimum of 4 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Expertise in Automation Direct and Allen-Bradley PLC ControlLogix Platform and development tools.
• Extensive experience in SCADA/HMI design, configuration, programming, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Skilled in closed-loop controls and tuning.
• Knowledge of NEC and NFPA 70 standards.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings, including safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Proven ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Demonstrated ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
• Proficiency in advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations.
• Adherence to all safety policies, practices, and procedures, with a commitment to reporting unsafe activities.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Capability to apply logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
• Competence in dealing with nonverbal symbolism, including formulas, scientific equations, graphs, and musical notes.
• Ability to use AutoCAD software for creating and reviewing technical drawings.
• Ability to handle a variety of abstract and concrete variables.
• Proficient in personal computer skills, including email, record keeping, database activity, word processing, spreadsheets, and graphics.
• Active participation in team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including staff discounts
• Generous family leave policy
• Health & dental plan
• 401K
• Continuous learning through an on-demand learning platform