Automation Engineer – FMCG Plant & Process Control

Sonoco; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonoco is seeking an Automation Systems Engineer at our Chesterfield plant to enhance the efficiency of manufacturing processes through automation. You will collaborate with the engineering and production teams, providing technical support and leading projects to improve equipment and control systems.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Electrical Engineering and proven experience with Siemens and Allen-Bradley technologies. This role requires excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to train others in automation techniques.

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge and experience in Siemens S5, S7, Allen‑Bradley.
• 2 years or more of experience in a process-control/engineering role.
• Experience in an FMCG environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support across electrical, mechanical and automation disciplines.
• Coordinate site automation projects and ensure compliance with current legislation.
• Develop and install new hardware or software to improve system functionality.

Skills

Problem solving

Excellent communication skills

Ability to analyze complex data sets

Training and coaching

Control systems knowledge

Education

HNC/Degree in Electrical Engineering

Graduate Masters/Bachelor in a Technical/Manufacturing/Sciences subject

Tools

Siemens S5

Allen-Bradley systems

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Job description

Sonoco is seeking an Automation Systems Engineer at our Chesterfield plant to enhance the efficiency of manufacturing processes through automation. You will collaborate with the engineering and production teams, providing technical support and leading projects to improve equipment and control systems.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Electrical Engineering and proven experience with Siemens and Allen-Bradley technologies. This role requires excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to train others in automation techniques.