Overview Our client is seeking an experienced and innovative Senior Automation Engineer to lead the implementation, management, and continuous improvement of automation systems across multiple manufacturing facilities throughout North America. In this role, you will oversee automation projects from concept through startup, drive LEAN and utility improvement initiatives, and ensure the effective integration and optimization of plant control systems. The ideal candidate has a strong background in industrial automation, process control technologies, and project management, with a passion for improving operational efficiency, reliability, and safety in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities Automation Leadership & Governance

• Execute corporate automation strategy aligned with business goals, manufacturing excellence, and digital transformation objectives.
• Maintain corporate technical standards for control system design, instrumentation specifications, programming standards, system architecture, and cybersecurity protocols.
• Evaluate emerging technologies (advanced process control, machine learning, AI tools) to determine implementation value and feasibility.
• Facilitate regular technical forums to promote knowledge sharing, collaboration, and standardization among site and corporate engineers.
• Conduct systematic benchmarking of automation systems against industry standards and best practices. System Design, Optimization & Lifecycle Management
• Provide oversight for the design, configuration, programming, simulation, testing, and commissioning of process control solutions for major capital projects and standardization rollouts.
• Champion the design and implementation of S88-compliant batch control systems, providing tools and training for plant engineers.
• Oversee specification and selection of instrumentation, control valves, and network hardware, ensuring adherence to corporate standards and hazardous area requirements.
• Direct the development and maintenance of control system architecture, ensuring scalability, reliability, and secure integration with enterprise systems.
• Lead control loop optimization, alarm management rationalization, and advanced regulatory control strategies.
• Develop and manage control system lifecycle plans, including obsolescence management and upgrade strategies. Capital Project & Vendor Management
• Develop and manage the corporate automation capital plan, working with plants to identify needs, justify projects, and secure funding.
• Provide final technical approval for automation-related Capital Expenditure Requests (CERs), ensuring strategic alignment and technical soundness (typical project values $25K-$2M+).
• Oversee execution of major automation projects, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety standards.
• Manage relationships with key automation vendors, system integrators, and engineering contractors; negotiate service agreements and support structures. Data Integration & Management
• Ensure seamless integration and effective utilization of the data historian system (AVEVA PI) across all sites, connecting various process control platforms.
• Leverage business intelligence tools to develop reports, dashboards, and analytics supporting operational efficiency, quality control, and leadership initiatives. Safety, Compliance & Cybersecurity
• Ensure all automation designs, implementations, and modifications adhere to PSM, OSHA, EPA, NFPA, and other applicable regulations and codes.
• Champion safety-in-design principles for control systems, including participation in HAZOPs and LOPA reviews.
• Contribute to development and enforcement of OT cybersecurity policies and procedures, including network segmentation, access control, patch management, incident response, and vendor security assessments.
• Other duties as assigned Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution
• Professional Engineer (PE) License is a plus
• 5+ years of relevant experience in automation and process control, 10+ years experience preferred
• 5+ years DeltaV or relevant DCS platform experience; DeltaV Batch experience preferred
• Proficient knowledge of MS Office and computer systems
• Must be able to work independently
• Direct management or leadership experience preferred
• Excellent communication, organization and project management skills
• Ability to think analytically and problem-solve
• Willing and able to travel 20% annually; PPE required in Plant Environments
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship What We Offer
• Competitive Pay + Bonus
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Contributions and Matching
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance - Effective the 1st of the Month After Hire!
• Company-Paid Life Insurance + Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Service Recognition Rewards
• Relocation Assistance
• Pet Insurance Join us to be at the forefront of automation innovation—where your expertise will directly impact manufacturing excellence!

Pay:

$130,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Relocation assistance

Work Location:

In person