Controls & Automation Engineer

Controls & Automation Engineer

  

Glanbia – West Haven, CT  

  

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The Opportunity 

We are seeking a dedicated 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 mainte