Senior Controls Engineer I

Senior Controls Engineer I will support Primary Processing operations at the Richmond, VA manufacturing center through control system development, process performance analysis, and reliability-focused improvements.

• On-call technical support: Provide control system support during normal and off-business hours, including weekends and holidays, to meet business needs for tobacco processing
• PLC and HMI development: Develop process control (PLC) software and operator interfaces (HMI)
• Control system enhancements: Develop and deploy improvements to increase process capability for product requirements and business demand
• Process data analysis: Analyze process data to evaluate process health and performance
• Project planning and execution: Plan and execute projects and support maintenance using internal union labor and external resources, aligned to union notification processes
• Reliability initiatives: Support reliability initiatives by minimizing failures through root cause analysis, predictive maintenance, and failure prevention strategies
• Engineering best practices: Assist in projects and apply engineering best practices and standards under guidance
• Problem-solving and improvement: Apply problem-solving techniques to improve methods, processes, products, systems, documentation, and equipment
• Mentorship: Mentor team members, operations, and maintenance on technical topics

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering (or equivalent experience)
• Experience: Minimum 5 years supporting process control systems, instrumentation, sensors, valves, and associated hardware/software systems (including human-machine interfaces, process historians, digital networks, and digital control systems)
• Desirable development experience: Allen-Bradley ControlLogix; FactoryTalk View; Modicon 984 Ladder/Concept/Unity; Canary; Intouch Standalone and System Platform
• Processing and engineering background: Working knowledge of processing and packaging machinery; engineering project structure; background in mechanical and electrical systems
• Preferred documentation knowledge: P&IDs and Loop Sheets
• Manufacturing environment: Experience in a rapid, agile, consumer-driven manufacturing environment

Technologies

• Allen-Bradley ControlLogix
• FactoryTalk View
• Modicon 984 Ladder/Concept/Unity
• Canary
• Intouch Standalone and System Platform
• PLC
• HMI
• Human-machine interfaces
• Process historians
• Digital networks
• Digital control systems
• P&IDs
• Loop Sheets

Compensation

• Salary range: USD 91,500 - 128,850 per year
• Note: Starting salary based on experience, knowledge, and qualifications

Benefits

• 15 days of paid time off
• 13 paid holidays
• 2 floating holiday days
• 37.5-hour workweek
• Annual merit increases and performance bonus
• 401(k) matching from day one
• Deferred Profit Sharing
• Annual company contribution equal to 13%-17% of base salary
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Conference attendance or professional development stipends
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• Paid parental and bonding leave for life’s biggest moments
• Wellness programs
• Paid volunteer days
• Shared commitment to making a difference

Additional Information

• Location: Richmond, VA (onsite)
• Residency: Richmond MC supporting Primary Processing operations, maintenance, and engineering teams
• Sponsorship: Not eligible for sponsorship