Industrial Controls & Automation Engineer

Industrial Controls & Automation Engineer

Glanbia – West Haven, CT  

Join this dynamic team focused on delivering better nutrition for every step of life’s journey  
 

The Opportunity 

We are seeking a dedicated Industrial Controls & Automation Engineer to oversee all controls and automation activities across our West Haven and Orange, CT facilities. This role involves providing technical leadership and 24/7 support for electrical and control systems. You'll work with a range of technologies from the 1980s to the latest instrumentation, PLCs, and HMI/SCADA systems. If you are passionate about automation and controls, and thrive in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply. Be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

This permanent position will report to the Sr. Engineering & Maintenance Manager and the duties and skills include but are not limited to the following; 

• Project Planning: Develop high-level plans for automation projects, including system architecture, risk assessment, scheduling, and resource planning.
• Engineering Excellence: Establish and promote best-in-class engineering and manufacturing disciplines.
• PLC and HMI Systems: Supervise the design, installation, and programming of PLC and HMI systems.
• Capital Projects: Provide direction and supervision for the electrical and controls aspects of capital projects, ensuring compliance with Glanbia standards and specifications.
• Issue Resolution: Lead investigations into controls-related issues and recommend effective solutions.
• Equipment Upgrades: Oversee controls repairs and upgrades on production equipment.
• Technology Trends: Monitor and evaluate technology trends, conducting research on cutting-edge technologies to determine their applicability to business needs.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Interface with all levels of management and employees to gather information and provide guidance for implementation.
• Plant Trials: Design and conduct plant trials to determine the necessary methods, procedures, parts, and equipment for engineering changes.
• Productivity Enhancements: Evaluate and recommend engineering changes to existing equipment to maximize productivity.
• Project Management: Manage automation projects, including scheduling, scoping, and vendor supervision.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement strategic plans for current and future automation systems.
• Collaboration: Collaborate closely with plant operations and maintenance departments to develop effective working relationships.
• Technical Support: Support the plant operations team with technical issues.
• Process and Instrument Drawings: Develop accurate and efficient Process and Instrument Drawings based on customer specifications, general process descriptions, company standards, and verbal instructions.
• IT Collaboration: Work closely with the IT department to maintain existing technologies and develop new technologies for stable process controls and information systems.
• Coordination: Coordinate activities and reviews between General Contractors, Engineering firms, and the project team.
• Startup and Commissioning: Assist in the development of startup and commissioning documents and training for plant staff.
• Data Analysis: Research and analyze data, including engineering documents, design proposals, specifications, and manuals, to determine their suitability for project goals.
• Installation Oversight: Direct and coordinate installation activities to ensure products and systems conform to engineering design and specifications.
• Technology Adoption: Drive the adoption of the right technologies for both immediate and long-term growth.

The Skills you will bring to the team

• Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline with a minimum of 4 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Technical Proficiency: Expertise in Automation Direct and Allen-Bradley PLC ControlLogix Platform and development tools.
• SCADA/HMI Knowledge: Extensive experience in SCADA/HMI design, configuration, programming, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Control Systems: Skilled in closed-loop controls and tuning.
• Regulatory Familiarity: Knowledge of NEC and NFPA 70 standards.
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Technical Literacy: Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings, including safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Report Writing: Proven ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Public Speaking: Demonstrated ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
• Mathematical Skills: Proficiency in advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations.
• Safety Compliance: Adherence to all safety policies, practices, and procedures, with a commitment to reporting unsafe activities.
• Task Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Problem-Solving: Capability to apply logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
• Symbolic Interpretation: Competence in dealing with nonverbal symbolism, including formulas, scientific equations, graphs, and musical notes.
• AutoCAD Proficiency: Ability to use AutoCAD software for creating and reviewing technical drawings.
• Abstract Thinking: Ability to handle a variety of abstract and concrete variables.
• Computer Skills: Proficient in personal computer skills, including email, record keeping, database activity, word processing, spreadsheets, and graphics.
• Team Collaboration: Active participation in team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.

If you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily meet every single point on the job description, please apply!

Where and how you will work  

The opportunity will be based in West Haven & Orange, CT and is fully onsite.

What we would like to offer you! 

The opportunity to develop your career on a global stage, continuous learning through an on-demand learning platform, and a competitive compensation package including staff discounts, generous family leave policy, health & dental plan, competitive salary, 401K.  

About Glanbia  

The Glanbia Group comprises three divisions: Glanbia Performance Nutrition, Glanbia Nutritional's, and Joint Ventures. Collectively and with our partners we offer an incredible breadth of expertise in nutrition. We employ a team of 6,000 people, work with global food and beverage companies, and sell our award-winning and market-leading products in 130 countries worldwide.  

At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a variety of candidates, we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.

At Glanbia, our culture celebrates individuality, knowing that together we are more.