An Electrical Controls Engineer designs, develops, and supervises all aspects of electrical control systems, equipment, and machinery. May be responsible for the installation and technical support of PLC based hardware and software.
Controls & Instrument Engineer II at Blentech Corporation Controls & Instrument Engineer II at Blentech Corporation in Santa Rosa, California Posted in 16 days ago.
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Full-Time Job Description:
About Blentech Blentech Corporation is a North Bay Area-based food technology pioneer focused on developing advanced equipment, systems, and automation software for the safe, nutritious, and consistent preparation of foods. Creatively blending the latest digital and physical technologies, our custom-engineered machinery delivers unparalleled sanitary design, safety, and operational performance. If you are a creative thinker and problem solver looking to innovate at the intersection of automation, hardware, and food science, Blentech is the place to grow your career. Position Summary As a Control & Instrument Engineer II, you will play a critical role in designing, configuring, programming, and maintaining the advanced instrumentation and automation systems that power our industrial food processing equipment. This mid-level engineering role bridges the gap between complex software/control logic and physical heavy machinery. You will work closely with multi-faceted teamsincluding mechanical designers, project managers, and the manufacturing floorto ensure our automated systems are safe, accurate, efficient, and tailored to specific customer process goals.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities System Design & Programming:
Conceptualize, design, and develop advanced control systems and instrumentation layouts for custom industrial machinery. Program Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs), and supervisory control software.
Instrumentation Management:
Select, specify, calibrate, and integrate instruments to accurately monitor and control critical process variables such as temperature, pressure, fluid dynamics, speed, and weight.
Testing & Optimization:
Analyze data, performance metrics, and system behaviors to verify that control systems meet precise process definitions. Modify and optimize existing system configurations to maximize efficiency and safe operations.
Collaboration & Customization:
Interpret engineering blueprints, mechanical drawings, and electrical schematics. Partner with mechanical and process engineers to deliver cohesive, turnkey industrial solutions.
Troubleshooting & Quality Assurance:
Lead the diagnosis and resolution of complex technical issues during building, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), and internal commissioning phases.
Compliance & Safety:
Ensure all industrial automation designs strictly adhere to relevant safety standards, sanitary regulations, and National Electrical Code (NEC) / UL guidelines.
