Sr. Corporate Controls Engineer

ASR Group is the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In the European Union, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England, Portugal.  ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize.  The company’s brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle’s® and Sidul®.

 

 

OVERVIEW

The Sr. Corporate Controls Engineer reports to the Sr. Corporate Director of Controls Engineering. This position is responsible for the successful design and support of process control systems for the Corporate Engineering Team. Specifically, this role will support Upgrading the existing control system in all manufacturing facilities. In addition, the Corporate Controls Engineers will analyze, design, and implement the algorithms needed to sustain continuous improvement based on manufacturing direction and will direct the activities of other resources to implement design(s).

 

The Senior Controls Engineer plays a critical role within the Corporate Engineering Team, focusing on the design, implementation, and optimization of process control systems. This position requires a strong background in controls engineering, process engineering, and data science, with a keen interest in utilizing data analytics tools to drive continuous improvements in manufacturing processes. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the plant Process Engineering and Controls teams across ASR Group's various sites, serving as a technical resource and advisor to ensure compliance with corporate standards and facilitate the implementation of advanced control solutions.

 

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited university
• 5+ years of process control engineering and automation systems

 

PREFERRED EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering is highly preferred

 

ESSENTIAL SYSTEM CAPABILITIES AND SKILLS

• Practical experience of designing control algorithms for various applications.
• Intermediate skills in PLC-based controls and SCADA systems.
• knowledge of controls systems communication protocols.
• Intermediate skill working with databases & Structured Query Language (SQL).
• Intermediate skills in data analytics and process improvements

 

PREFERRED SYSTEM CAPABILITIES AND SKILLS

• Experience with Allen Bradley PLC family
• Proficient in any one of the high-level programming languages including Python, R, Java or MATLAB
• Proficient in Wonderware Systems Platform
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite & Power BI
• Conduct Energy and Mass Balance analysis
• Integrate process modeling techniques with control systems
• Understanding electrical schematic wiring diagrams for power distribution, motor control circuits, etc.
• Understanding of machine learning concepts, algorithms, and frameworks for developing intelligent control systems or anomaly detection.

 

 

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and support process control systems for manufacturing processes.
• Analyze, design, and implement algorithms for continuous improvement of the process in the control systems
• Provide technical leadership and direction to upgrade control systems.
• Collaborate with local Process Engineering and Controls teams.
• Ensure compliance with corporate standards.

 

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• None

 

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• 30% travel (North America)

 

LOCATION OF ROLE

Baltimore, Yonkers, New Orleans, Crockett

 

 

 

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.  All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.