Remote Controls Engineer - Manufacturing Automation

TreeHouse Foods; Texas; Remote; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DevelopU training platform

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

TreeHouse Foods is seeking a Controls Engineer to provide advanced technical support for control systems and automated production equipment. This full-time, on-site role is remote-friendly across IL, TX, GA and requires troubleshooting, commissioning, and continuous improvement to safety, quality, reliability and efficiency.

The position offers collaboration with Operations and IT, root-cause analyses, and training of peers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of controls experience in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of electronics, controls, mechanical and electrical components for food equipment.
• Hands-on experience with installation and repair in sanitary environments.
• Lean Six Sigma knowledge is preferred; SAP PM knowledge a plus.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and optimize control systems and equipment.
• Interface with Operations and IT on design issues.
• Support automation cost-efficiency initiatives via data analysis.
• Lead problem-solving and root-cause analyses.
• Assist training of Operators and Maintenance staff.
• Support startup protocols and commissioning activities.

Skills

Control systems

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Lean Six Sigma

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

SAP Plant Maintenance

Job description

TreeHouse Foods is seeking a Controls Engineer to provide advanced technical support for control systems and automated production equipment. This full-time, on-site role is remote-friendly across IL, TX, GA and requires troubleshooting, commissioning, and continuous improvement to safety, quality, reliability and efficiency.

The position offers collaboration with Operations and IT, root-cause analyses, and training of peers.