Sr. Controls Engineer

Ingredion Incorporated; Belcamp (MD); On-site; USD 98,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Sr. Controls Engineer to innovate and enhance automation solutions. You will design and implement control systems, ensuring efficient operations while collaborating with various departments. The role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, supporting your professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support

Career Growth Opportunities

Employee Recognition Program

Employee Discount Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in process controls and/or automation.
• Experience in food, pharmaceutical, or nutraceutical industries preferred.
• Significant programming experience with plant process control systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement control systems to improve manufacturing processes.
• Lead process automation and manage capital programs.
• Provide technical support, including troubleshooting and optimization.

Skills

Controls and automation experience

Leadership

Problem-solving

Education

B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering or Controls Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley

ControlLogix

PLC programming

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Location: Belcamp, MD

Workplace type: On Site

Join our team at Ingredion Incorporated as a Senior Controls Engineer and be at the forefront of innovation! If you're passionate about developing cutting-edge automation solutions and thrive in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you. Bring your expertise and help us shape the future of our industry.

As a Sr. Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing control systems to improve manufacturing processes and ensure efficient operation. You´ll work closely with other engineers and departments to integrate control systems with existing processes and equipment.

What You Will Do:

• Demonstrate safety leadership to ensure a safe work environment and work practices, aiming for an injury-free workplace.
• Lead process automation and PLC programming, manage capital programs, and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Set and align facility goals with corporate engineering strategy, drive innovation and growth, and establish KPIs and deliverables for continuous improvement.
• Provide technical support including process studies, root cause analysis, and troubleshooting to optimize processes and meet cost and production goals.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, ISO, Quality, Food Safety systems, GMP policies, and guidelines, and support Lean elements for continuous improvement.
• Mentor and train team members, manage systems and licenses, and conduct process automation training to maintain and enhance employee proficiency.
  
  

What You Will Bring:

• Controls and automation experience in food, pharmaceutical, or nutraceutical (preferred).
• B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or equivalent and a minimum of 7 years’ experience in process controls and/or automation in a continuous/batch operation facility, including leading/implementing process improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and significant programming experience with the plant process controls systems: Allen-Bradley, ControlLogix, CompactLogix, SLC500, PLCs, Rockwell, HMI InTouch, IoT, and Aspen/Wonderware historian experience minimum.
• Demonstrated knowledge of AC/DC motor drives, control valve theory of operation, application, selection, specification, and installation.
  
  

Who You Are:

• Leadership experience and the ability to concisely communicate objectives and results to reach targeted goals.
• Experience managing several projects/initiatives at one time, financial acumen, and advanced problem-solving/troubleshooting skills.
• Provide day-to-day and after-hours support for operations, investigating and troubleshooting control system related issues, continuous improvement mindset, maintaining automation systems.
  
  

Why Join Ingredion?

Discover Why Ingredion Is The Ideal Place To Advance Your Career With Our Exceptional Rewards And Benefits Package Designed To Help You Thrive. Create The Future With Us And Enjoy:

• Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being
• Career Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Program – A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
• Employee Discount Program – Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel
  
  

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability—mental or physical—marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law (“protected classifications”). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

Relocation Available:

Yes, Within Country

Pay Range:

$98,800.00-$131,733.33 Annual

This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Incentive Compensation:

As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.

Benefits:

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing, Food and Beverage Services, and Chemical Manufacturing

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