Sr Controls Engineer

PepsiCo; Maple Ridge (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

PepsiCo is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer in Indiana to lead control system diagnostics and troubleshooting in a fast‑paced production plant. You will diagnose issues, modify PLC/HMI programs, and ensure system uptime while meeting safety and quality standards.

Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and OEMs to implement improvements, mentor teams, and drive capital and continuous improvement projects. Strong knowledge of Allen‑Bradley PLCs, SCADA, and industrial networks is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, automation, or related field, or equivalent hands‑on experience in industrial controls.
• 5+ years of experience with PLC-based control systems in manufacturing, GMP experience preferred.
• Hands‑on experience troubleshooting and modifying Allen‑Bradley/Rockwell PLCs and HMIs, with exposure to SCADA platforms such as Wonderware or Ignition.
• Diagnose and resolve equipment and control system issues in production with minimal supervision.
• Experience with ControlNet, DeviceNet, Ethernet/IP or similar industrial protocols.
• Familiarity with VFDs, motor controls, and safety/regulatory standards.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and technical docs; communicate effectively across teams.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and startup controls‑related projects.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve control system issues to support safe, consistent operation and uptime.
• Modify and maintain control system programs and components for proper functionality.
• Identify root causes and implement corrective actions to improve performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements through design and documentation.
• Coordinate with OEMs and contractors for installation and improvements.
• Maintain control system documentation, backups, and standards.
• Drive capital and CI projects through startup support and execution.
• Mentor maintenance and operations personnel in control systems.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

HMI troubleshooting

Industrial networks

Electrical schematics

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's in engineering or related field

Tools

Wonderware

Ignition

Allen‑Bradley PLCs

Job description

Overview

We are PepsiCo Supply Chain. We are the game changers, innovators, collaborators and history makers.

We spread across 200 countries and territories, and united by a shared set of values and goals. You know our name through our amazing portfolio, including Pepsi, Frito-Lay, Quaker and Gatorade.

We perform with a purpose. We dream globally and act locally, constantly innovating to sustain our planet, our people, our communities and our business practices. We are a think tank, bringing our ideas into action and are determined to find ways to drive efficiencies, improve processes and achieve the highest level of safety… all while meeting the demands of our customers and consumers to deliver the best products.

At PepsiCo, we are committed to performing well as individuals and in teams, and to strengthen the company as a whole.

Are you hungry to be a part of the world’s largest portfolio of billion-dollar food and beverage brands? Then now is the time to explore the opportunities of PepsiCo: what makes you unique makes us better.

Responsibilities

This role provides leadership and technical support to plant production and maintenance teams across all controls-related activities within the facility. The position focuses on diagnosing and resolving control system issues and ensuring consistent operation and system uptime while meeting safety and quality standards, as well as supporting ongoing system performance and improvement in a high-speed, regulated production environment.

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve control system issues in a production environment to support safe, consistent operation and system uptime
• Modify and maintain control system programs and associated components to ensure proper system functionality and performance
• Identify root causes of equipment and control system issues and implement corrective actions to restore and improve system performance
• Support compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements through proper system design, maintenance, and documentation
• Coordinate with OEMs, system integrators, and contractors to support installation, troubleshooting, and system improvements
• Maintain control system documentation, backups, and standards to ensure system integrity and recoverability
• Execute controls-related work for capital and continuous improvement projects, including implementation and startup support as needed
• Coach and mentor maintenance and operations personnel in troubleshooting and control systems to build site capability

Compensation and Benefits:

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $80,200 - $134,250.
• Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
• Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 10% of annual salary paid out annually.
• Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
• In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, automation, or a related technical field, or equivalent hands‑on experience in industrial controls
• 5+ years of experience working with PLC-based control systems in a manufacturing environment, with GMP experience preferred
• Hands‑on experience troubleshooting and modifying Allen‑Bradley / Rockwell PLCs and HMIs, with exposure to SCADA platforms such as Wonderware or Ignition
• Proven ability to diagnose and resolve equipment and control system issues in a production environment with minimal supervision
• Experience working with industrial communication networks such as ControlNet, DeviceNet, Ethernet/IP, and similar industrial protocols
• Familiarity with variable frequency drives, motor controls, and associated hardware
• Familiarity with applicable safety and regulatory standards
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation
• Ability to communicate effectively with operations, maintenance, and technical teams to troubleshoot issues and implement solutions
• Ability to execute and support controls-related project work, including planning, coordination, and startup
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of control system issues from initial troubleshooting through implemented resolution

Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901-4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / AgeIf you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy.Please view our Pay Transparency Statement.