Controls & Instrument Engineer II

Kids for the Future; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 109,300 - 120,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Career development tracks

Job summary

Blentech Corporation in Santa Rosa, CA is seeking a mid-level Control & Instrument Engineer II to design, configure, program, and maintain advanced instrumentation for our industrial food processing equipment. You will work closely with mechanical and process engineers to tailor turnkey automation solutions and ensure system safety.

Responsibilities include programming PLCs/HMIs, calibrating sensors, analyzing performance data, and leading FAT and commissioning efforts to achieve precise process

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Automation or closely related STEM field.
• 3–5 years of engineering experience with industrial control systems and instrumentation.
• Strong problem solving, communication and on-floor collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, program and maintain control systems and instrumentation layouts for custom machinery.
• Program PLCs, HMIs, and supervisory software for automation.
• Calibrate and integrate instruments to monitor temperature, pressure, flow, speed and weight.
• Collaborate with mechanical/process engineers to deliver turnkey solutions.
• Lead troubleshooting during FAT and commissioning and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

PLC/HMI programming

Instrumentation

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics/Automation

Tools

Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Job description

• Location 2899 DOWD DR,Santa Rosa, CA, 95407,United States
• Base Pay $109,300.00 - $120,800.00 / Year
• Job Category Controls
• Employee Type FT Exempt
• Required Degree 2 Year Degree
• Travel 35%
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Phone [phone]

About Blentech

Blentech Corporation is a North Bay Area-based food technology pioneer focused on developing advanced equipment, systems, and automation software for the safe, nutritious, and consistent preparation of foods. Creatively blending the latest digital and physical technologies, our custom-engineered machinery delivers unparalleled sanitary design, safety, and operational performance. If you are a creative thinker and problem solver looking to innovate at the intersection of automation, hardware, and food science, Blentech is the place to grow your career.

Position Summary

As a Control & Instrument Engineer II, you will play a critical role in designing, configuring, programming, and maintaining the advanced instrumentation and automation systems that power our industrial food processing equipment. This mid-level engineering role bridges the gap between complex software/control logic and physical heavy machinery. You will work closely with multi-faceted teams—including mechanical designers, project managers, and the manufacturing floor—to ensure our automated systems are safe, accurate, efficient, and tailored to specific customer process goals.

• System Design & Programming: Conceptualize, design, and develop advanced control systems and instrumentation layouts for custom industrial machinery. Program Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs), and supervisory control software.
• Instrumentation Management: Select, specify, calibrate, and integrate instruments to accurately monitor and control critical process variables such as temperature, pressure, fluid dynamics, speed, and weight.
• Testing & Optimization: Analyze data, performance metrics, and system behaviors to verify that control systems meet precise process definitions. Modify and optimize existing system configurations to maximize efficiency and safe operations.
• Collaboration & Customization: Interpret engineering blueprints, mechanical drawings, and electrical schematics. Partner with mechanical and process engineers to deliver cohesive, turnkey industrial solutions.
• Troubleshooting & Quality Assurance: Lead the diagnosis and resolution of complex technical issues during building, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), and internal commissioning phases.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure all industrial automation designs strictly adhere to relevant safety standards, sanitary regulations, and National Electrical Code (NEC) / UL guidelines.

Requirements

• Technical Aptitude: Proven proficiency in PLC/HMI programming environments (e.g., Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar industrial platforms).
• Instrumentation Expertise: Solid understanding of loop tuning, industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, etc.), and standard industrial sensory instruments.
• Problem-Solving: Strong critical thinking, troubleshooting, and analytical skills to address complex electrical, software, and mechanical interactions.
• Communication: Effective verbal and written communication skills to write technical specifications, project documentation, and collaborate smoothly across internal manufacturing and engineering teams.
• Adaptability: Ability to manage shifting project priorities efficiently while maintaining an exceptional attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or a closely related STEM discipline.
• Experience: 3–5 years of proven engineering experience directly handling industrial control systems, instrumentation calibration, and automation environments (experience in food processing, pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturing equipment is a major plus).
• Physical/Work Environment: Must be comfortable spending significant time on a busy manufacturing floor, working around active machinery, and occasionally lifting/moving tools or test components. Must be able to read complex technical layouts and schematics.

What We Offer

• Wage Range: $109,300 - $120,800
• Benefits: 100% company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for the employee
• Retirement: 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO) package
• A collaborative culture with customized career development tracks designed to help you grow with us

We are not accepting international candidates and are not open to recruiters.

Blentech Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Employment relationships are at-will, and job descriptions are subject to change at management's discretion.