The Controls Engineer is responsible for designing, programming, and supporting automation and control systems within a food manufacturing environment. This role ensures production lines operate safely, efficiently, and reliably by integrating electrical, mechanical, and software systems.The Controls Engineer plays a critical role in supporting automated production lines, improving uptime and OEE, and leading the commissioning and startup of new equipment and production lines.**Responsibilities**Automation & Controls Development* Design and program PLCs to support automated production systems* Configure and maintain HMI and SCADA systems to provide operators with real-time system visibility* Develop and maintain control panels and electrical schematics* Integrate sensors, motors, drives, and robotic systems into production environmentsTroubleshooting & Support* Diagnose and resolve automation and electrical control issues to minimize downtime* Provide technical support to production and maintenance teams* Identify root causes of system failures and implement corrective actionsCommissioning & Continuous Improvement* Support commissioning and startup of new equipment and production lines* Partner with cross-functional teams to optimize system performance* Drive improvements in system reliability, uptime, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)Operational Excellence* Support highly automated production lines and PLC-controlled equipment* Ensure HMI systems are user-friendly and effective for operators* Optimize performance of sensors, drives, and motors across production systems* Contribute to initiatives that enhance production efficiency, reduce downtime, and improve throughputOther Responsibilities* Enforce adherence to GMPs and Food Safety protocols at all times.* Rapidly escalate and resolve any Food Safety or Quality concerns.* Perform other duties as assigned.**Requirements****Education & Experience*** Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)* 3–7+ years of experience in controls engineering, preferably in a manufacturing environment* Strong experience with PLC programming (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens)* Experience with HMI/SCADA systems* Knowledge of industrial automation components including sensors, drives, and motors* Experience supporting equipment startup and commissioning**Physical Requirements*** Required to stand; use hands or fingers to handle or feel or reach.* May be required to walk and stoop, kneel, or crouch, talk or hear.* Occasionally required to sit, climb.* Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds* Occasionally lift and/or May require lifting, pulling or pushing of up to 50 lbs.* Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.**Other Duties as Assigned: *This job description is not intended to be all inclusive, but to serve as a guideline. Management retains the right to determine additions or changes to job responsibilities*** #J-18808-Ljbffr