Senior Automation Controls Architect & PLC Lead

100Hires, Inc.

Richmond (VA)

On-site

USD 105,000 - 152,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

15 days paid time off

13 paid holidays

2 floating holidays

401(k) match

Deferred Profit Sharing

Student loan repayment assistance

Professional development stipends

Medical, dental, vision

Paid parental leave

Volunteer days

Job summary

Altria is seeking a senior controls leader to operate in the Richmond area, partnering with Manufacturing and Processing operations, Maintenance and Engineering. You’ll provide second-tier tech support, resolve factory system issues, and assist in installation/commissioning of new equipment.

You will troubleshoot and optimize PLC-based systems, drive reliability and predictive maintenance, analyze process data, and lead cross-functional technical efforts with strong leadership and communication

Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in engineering.
6–8+ years in manufacturing with factory controls support and PLC troubleshooting.
Strong preference for experience with Allen‑Bradley ControlLogix, drives and servo controllers; Beckhoff platforms; vision systems; FactoryTalk View & AssetCentre; barcode readers.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and optimize process and packing equipment, including customized machinery and new product platforms.
Drive reliability initiatives via root cause analysis and predictive maintenance.
Analyze data and performance for PLC assets using trending and analytics tools.
Implement control system enhancements to meet specs and demand.
Apply structured problem-solving to improve methods, processes, docs, systems and equipment.
Contribute to cross-functional programs needing expert technical coordination.