Automation & Process Controls Engineer (Packaging)

The Hershey Company; Bluffton (IN); On-site; USD 103,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

The Hershey Company is seeking a Process Controls Engineer to support reliable, high-speed manufacturing operations at the Bluffton plant. You will lead automation and control-system projects, from design through startup, collaborating with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, and external partners.

You should have a BS in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology and 3+ years of experience in automation and process controls.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology.
• 3+ years in operations, engineering, automation, or process controls.
• Experience with PLC/HMI, robotics, and control-system projects.

Responsibilities

• Execute engineering tasks for control and packaging system projects.
• Design, develop, integrate, and optimize automation solutions (PLC/HMI, robotics, networks).
• Provide technical leadership to Operations and Maintenance for troubleshooting and optimization.
• Support project execution including testing, startup, and commissioning.
• Maintain documentation and ensure safety and cybersecurity compliance.

Skills

Electrical engineering concepts

Automation systems

PLC/SCADA

Industrial networking

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Hershey Company is seeking a Process Controls Engineer to support reliable, high-speed manufacturing operations at the Bluffton plant. You will lead automation and control-system projects, from design through startup, collaborating with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, and external partners.

You should have a BS in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology and 3+ years of experience in automation and process controls.