Senior Controls Engineer - Food & Beverage (Remote-Flexible)

Avanceon Limited; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K contributions

Flexible hours

Remote work options

Job summary

Avanceon is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to support a major food & beverage customer, guiding multi-site process automation across batching, packaging, and CIP systems. You will act as the technical right hand to the Operations Manager, leading project execution and mentoring engineers.

Ideal candidates bring 7+ years in industrial automation within food processing, with hands‑on PLC/SCADA/HMI expertise and willingness to travel 10–25%.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in industrial automation, with strong experience in food & beverage manufacturing environments.
• Deep knowledge of food processing systems (e.g., batching, mixing, sanitation, temperature control, line integration).
• Hands‑on proficiency in PLCs (Allen‑Bradley preferred), SCADA platforms (FactoryTalk, Aveva, Ignition), and HMI development.
• Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical and control panel design best practices.
• Strong communication skills—you can bridge the gap between IT, plant floor, and corporate engineering teams.
• Ability and willingness to travel to customer sites (10–25%).

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of control system solutions for one of our most valued food & beverage customers.
• Serve as a technical authority on food process automation—including process/batching, CIP, packaging, and utilities.
• Architect PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems (primarily Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Aveva).
• Drive innovation through practical application of Industry 4.0 and IIoT technologies.
• Act as the customer’s trusted engineering partner—engaging with plant and corporate stakeholders across multiple locations.
• Lead FATs, site commissioning, and startup activities nationwide.
• Mentor and support other engineers on the project team.
• Collaborate closely with the Operations Manager to ensure successful delivery and build long‑term trust.

Skills

Industrial automation

Food & beverage

Communication

Travel readiness

HMI development

Batching & CIP

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

FactoryTalk

Aveva

Ignition

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Avanceon is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to support a major food & beverage customer, guiding multi-site process automation across batching, packaging, and CIP systems. You will act as the technical right hand to the Operations Manager, leading project execution and mentoring engineers.

Ideal candidates bring 7+ years in industrial automation within food processing, with hands‑on PLC/SCADA/HMI expertise and willingness to travel 10–25%.