Senior Controls Engineer - Packaging & Wet-Process Systems

Abbott; Altavista (VA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott Altavista, VA location in the Nutrition division seeks an engineer to lead design and optimization of packaging and wet processing equipment. You will drive PLC/SCADA controls, instrumentation, and validation protocols in a regulated manufacturing setting.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, 5+ years in process/manufacturing systems, and strong problem-solving skills. FDA/USDA experience is preferred. Competitive base pay; full benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or closely related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in process/manufacturing systems.
• Experience in validated processes and systems.
• Systems troubleshooting and Root Cause Analysis experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership on design, development, implementation, optimization, validation, and troubleshooting of packaging and wet processing equipment.
• Oversight of installation and integration of manufacturing systems including wet processing, filling and secondary packaging: PLC programming in Delta-V, Allen-Bradley ControlLogix and CompactLogix platforms; HMI/SCADA programming in FactoryTalk View SE/ME, Ignition, iFix; Temperature / pressure / level / conductivity / PH / vibration instrumentation, sensors, and other field I/O devices; Manufacturing networks and electrical MCCs and PDUs.
• As part of a cross-functional project team, lead or assist with electrical control system design/improvement projects including, but not limited to: Preparing cost estimates, bid packages and outlining equipment specifications; Participating in the design of P&ID diagrams and electrical schematics; Developing validation and commissioning protocols and executing factory and site acceptance tests for constructed equipment or systems; Provide post-startup support for constructed equipment and systems; Review equipment and instrument specifications, construction drawings, plant layout, vendor proposals and provide feedback on needed changes.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Problem solving

Ingenuity

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Delta-V

ControlLogix

CompactLogix

FactoryTalk View SE/ME

Ignition

iFix

Sensors & I/O devices

Job description

Abbott Altavista, VA location in the Nutrition division seeks an engineer to lead design and optimization of packaging and wet processing equipment. You will drive PLC/SCADA controls, instrumentation, and validation protocols in a regulated manufacturing setting.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, 5+ years in process/manufacturing systems, and strong problem-solving skills. FDA/USDA experience is preferred. Competitive base pay; full benefits.