Automation & Controls Engineer for Plant Optimization

Ingevity; Waynesboro (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ingevity is seeking an Automation & Controls Engineer to design, support, and continuously improve process control systems in our plant. You will optimize machine logic, maintain automation systems, and support integration between plant-floor equipment, MES, and other systems.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in engineering (or 10+ years of relevant experience), 5+ years in automation and controls, and proficiency with Allen-Bradley PLCs and FactoryTalk HMIs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in industrial automation and controls.
• Discrete manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Strong technical aptitude and communication skills.
• Interest in learning new technologies and sharing expertise.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to support daily operations and capital projects.
• Maintain and enhance automation systems and participate in the installation and startup of new equipment.
• Identify issues, analyze root causes, and implement long-term solutions for reliable operations.
• Contribute to the development of equipment specifications and ensure new installations meet performance and safety expectations.
• Communicate clearly across teams and share updates to keep projects aligned and on schedule.
• Support the OT network and assist with integrating plant systems into OT/IT networks.
• Drive improvements in safety, quality, efficiency, and overall plant performance.

Skills

Industrial automation

Controls engineering

PLC programming

Manufacturing experience

Technical aptitude

Communication skills

Discreet manufacturing experience

Network security awareness

OT/IT integration

Robot/vision systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

FactoryTalk HMIs

Fanuc robots

Cognex vision systems

Ignition platform

Job description

Ingevity is seeking an Automation & Controls Engineer to design, support, and continuously improve process control systems in our plant. You will optimize machine logic, maintain automation systems, and support integration between plant-floor equipment, MES, and other systems.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in engineering (or 10+ years of relevant experience), 5+ years in automation and controls, and proficiency with Allen-Bradley PLCs and FactoryTalk HMIs.