Distillery Controls Engineer

Sempreon; Greendale (IN); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) Match

PTO

Descripción de la vacante

Sempreon is seeking a Distillery Controls Engineer to lead DCS/OT projects, ensuring reliable and secure operations across the plant. You will guide control system upgrades, deploy instrumentation, and partner with cross-functional teams to achieve safety and efficiency goals.

Responsibilities include project management, system administration, and maintenance planning, plus providing technical guidance and after-hours support as needed.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• Experience with DCS programming, HMI development, and control system troubleshooting.
• Strong knowledge of industrial instrumentation and process control.

Responsabilidades

• Lead large-scale DCS/OT projects from concept to commissioning.
• Develop scope, schedules, budgets, and resource plans for capital initiatives.
• Coordinate internal resources and external contractors to deliver projects safely and on time.

Conocimientos

DCS programming

HMI development

Troubleshooting

Industrial automation

Project coordination

Mentoring

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Associate degree + 5+ years industrial experience

Herramientas

AutoCAD

SAP

Descripción del empleo

Tradition looking forward.
Sempreon™ brings together Branded Spirits, Distilling Solutions and Ingredient Solutions under one corporate identity, building on more than 85 years of expertise, craftsmanship and trusted relationships. Its capabilities span spirits brand building, distilling, blending, bottling and specialty ingredients. Rooted in its heritage and focused on growth and innovation, Sempreon continues to evolve while creating long-term growth and value.

The name Sempreon reflects the company’s strong foundations, heritage and history, while looking ahead to its future and the legacy it will build. “Semper,” derived from the Latin word for “always,” represents the enduring foundation on which the company was built, while “Aion,” drawn from the Greek word for “eternity,” reflects its forward-looking vision for the future and a legacy designed to last. Together, the name represents a company that honors where it came from while continuing to evolve for what’s next.

Sempreon’s mission, “Creating moments that matter. Building a legacy that lasts,” reflects its commitment to honoring its heritage while continuing to grow, innovate and create lasting impact for generations to come.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

The Distillery Controls Engineer provides technical leadership and oversight for the plant’s distributed control systems (DCS) and operational technology (OT) environment to ensure reliable, secure, and efficient plant operations. This role leads control system projects, supports system reliability and cybersecurity, and partners cross functionally to maintain and improve process control, instrumentation, and automation capabilities.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

Project Management

• Lead large-scale DCS and OT hardware and software upgrade projects from concept through commissioning.
• Develop project scope, schedules, budgets, and resource plans for capital and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Select control system hardware, software, and instrumentation solutions that meet operational and safety requirements.
• Coordinate internal resources and external contractors to execute projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Oversee installation, testing, documentation, and transition of completed projects to operations.

OT System Administration

• Lead large-scale DCS and OT hardware and software upgrade projects from concept through commissioning.
• Develop project scope, schedules, budgets, and resource plans for capital and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Select control system hardware, software, and instrumentation solutions that meet operational and safety requirements.
• Coordinate internal resources and external contractors to execute projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Oversee installation, testing, documentation, and transition of completed projects to operations.
• Provide subject matter expertise for DCS programming, troubleshooting, modifications, and system enhancements.
• Develop, modify, and deploy control logic, HMI screens, and instrumentation configurations.
• Partner with Process Engineering, Maintenance, Production, Warehouse, and Quality teams to support operational goals.
• Create, maintain, and control technical documentation for control system hardware, software, and network architecture.

Maintenance Support

• Plan and coordinate control system activities for annual shutdowns and major maintenance events.
• Identify required materials, spare parts, and labor resources to support scheduled maintenance work.
• Verify instrumentation and control equipment meet calibration, performance, and safety standards.

Leadership & Technical Guidance

• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to engineering, maintenance, production, and warehouse teams.
• Support contractor onboarding and ensure technical alignment with plant control system standards.
• Respond to critical control system issues, including providing after-hours support when required.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• A safety minded individual who possesses a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, electro‑mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline, or an accredited associate degree combined with at least five (5) years of relevant industrial experience.
• Complete and apply training on plant control systems, including DCS programming, HMI development, input/output configuration, and system troubleshooting.
• Configure, calibrate, and troubleshoot a wide range of industrial instrumentation and control devices.
• Create and maintain electrical and control system drawings using AutoCAD or equivalent electronic drafting tools.
• Apply working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and NFPA 70E standards; utilize NFPA 70B and DISCUS standards where applicable.
• Perform control system engineering work in a manufacturing or industrial environment, preferably within distillation, grain processing, or similar process driven operations.
• Troubleshoot, modify, and support distributed control systems (DCS), including systems operating in virtualized environments.
• Execute control system project development, implementation, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Configure and support I/O devices, instrumentation, and associated control software platforms.
• Apply engineering principles to the design, operation, and troubleshooting of industrial control systems, instrumentation, and electrical power systems.
• Evaluate and implement current industrial control technologies to improve system reliability, safety, and performance.
• Administer and support control system infrastructure within a virtualized operational technology (OT) environment.
• Diagnose and resolve control system issues across hardware, instrumentation, networking, DCS, and HMI platforms.
• Prioritize and respond to critical operational system issues to restore safe and reliable plant operations.
• Coordinate effectively with contractors and service providers performing instrumentation and control system work.
• Use administrative and technical software tools to document, track, and support engineering activities.
• Provide after hours technical support, remotely or on site, when required to address critical system issues and maintain operational continuity.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook, SAP, copier/printer.
• Standard office equipment, computers, administrative software, manuals, technical documentation, books, and other written resources.
• Hand tools, power tools, two-way radios, sanitation equipment, and laboratory or field equipment.
• Electrical measurement meters and programming devices.
• Industrial control system and automation software, including DCS and PLC programming platforms, HMI development software, virtualization tools, and instrumentation configuration and calibration systems.
• Electronic drafting and documentation software, including AutoCAD or equivalent.
• Material handling and access equipment, including fork trucks and JLG man lifts.
• Electrician’s hand tools and required personal protective equipment (PPE), including arc flash protection.

These positions involve significant physical activity. You must be able to lift to 50 pounds to shoulder height on occasion and remain physically mobile throughout the entire shift, including extensive walking, climbing, kneeling, stooping, and use of stairs. You must be able to stand for periods of up to six hours. You will need sufficient dexterity to operate phones, computers, and precision mechanical tools. The role may occasionally require driving. Full sensory capability is required, including the ability to hear, smell, touch, speak, taste, and distinguish colors. You must be able to work in tight spaces and tolerate exposure to both high heat and cold for the full duration of the shift. Some tasks require remaining stationary at a computer for up to six hours.

If the above speaks to you, we’re excited to learn more about you! At Sempreon, we know that our people are our greatest strength. At Lawrenceburg, we are extremely focused on our 2026 Safety initiative, and we hope you want to be a part of that. With different perspectives and unique ways of thinking, our employees are as varied as our products. We believe that inclusivity strengthens the organization and champions a company culture that is evolving to reflect all of us. Culture results from our behaviors, our personal commitment, our curiosity, how we collaborate, and the ways we courageously share our perspectives and expect others to do the same. Each of us can make a difference by fostering thinking and actions that empower us to connect, belong, and grow together.

Sempreon offers exceptional medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) Match and PTO.

All successful candidates for this position will be required to submit to a criminal background check and drug test as well as physical assessment.

Candidates will also be required to achieve a qualifying score on a pre-employment mechanical assessment.