Senior Controls Engineer – Packaging Automation & PLC/HMI

City Brewing Co; Irwindale (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

401(k)

Paid meal period

Company contributes to health benefits

Job summary

City Brewing Company in Irwindale, CA is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, program and troubleshoot PLC/HMI software for high‑speed packaging equipment across production and warehousing.

You will mentor technicians, ensure GMP compliance, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives while earning a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. Expect to work any shifts as needed to cover business needs.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, or 5+ years’ experience in PLC controls engineering in lieu of degree
• Allen Bradley PLC and motion controls experience
• Skilled in RS Logix 500 and Studio
• Prior experience in root cause analysis and continuous improvement
• System process controls and line balancing experience
• Advanced knowledge of electrical systems, control power and drives, sanitary control principals, operation and trouble shooting
• Excellent communication, planning, and prioritization
• Strong leadership and team skills

Responsibilities

• Design and program all aspects of PLC/HMI software for packaging equipment
• Test and debug control systems
• Create, update, and modify machine, part or facilities schematics using a CAD program
• Both AC and DC Drive experience with various drive platforms
• Write and modify, extensive PLC’s and HMI’s programs for the following: Rockwell Automation Allen Bradley, Modicon
• Troubleshoot or establish control networks including EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, DH-485, Modbus, Modbus Plus
• Troubleshoots systems including but not limited to: electrical, instrumentation and controls
• Electrical schematic design and drafting using AutoCAD Electrical
• Troubleshoots process control systems in particular packaging line control systems
• Performs all duties within GMP standards
• Performs all functions as required within the CMMS
• Train, mentor and coach trainees and front line automation techs
• Perform additional duties as assigned
• Responsible for department compliance with GMP, HACCP and FSMA guidelines

Skills

PLC controls engineering

Electrical engineering knowledge

Root cause analysis

Leadership

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

5+ years PLC experience in lieu of degree

Tools

RSLogix 500

Studio 5000

AutoCAD Electrical

EtherNet/IP

Modbus

DeviceNet

Job description

City Brewing Company in Irwindale, CA is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, program and troubleshoot PLC/HMI software for high‑speed packaging equipment across production and warehousing.

You will mentor technicians, ensure GMP compliance, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives while earning a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. Expect to work any shifts as needed to cover business needs.