Automation Engineer

Reynolds Consumer ProductsLouisville, KY
23h

About The Position

Join Reynolds Consumer Products …and Drive Your Career across a world of opportunities! We provide amazing job opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, dynamic, fast-paced, and high-performance organization. If you are looking to build a strong career, we have an opportunity for you! We currently have an opportunity for a Automation Engineer to join our team located in Louisville, KY. Responsibilities Your Role: We’re looking for a detail oriented and forward thinking Automation Engineer to design, develop, and implement automated systems that enhance efficiency, reliability, and performance across our production and operational processes. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in controls engineering, robotics, or process automation, and a passion for optimizing systems through innovative technology. You will have the opportunity to Make Great Things Happen!

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related discipline.
  • 3+ years of experience in industrial automation, process control, or systems integration (additional experience preferred for senior level roles).
  • Proficiency with PLC platforms (e.g., Allen Bradley, Siemens), HMI/SCADA systems, and industrial communication protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Modbus)
  • Strong analytical, problem solving, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

  • Master degree preferred.
  • Experience with ABB, GE, Aveva, or AssetCentre software is a plus.
  • Familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma methodologies is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and program control systems including PLC logic, HMI interfaces, control schemes, and sequence of operations using industry-standard programming methods (ladder logic, function block, structured text).
  • Design control systems that utilize good engineering practices and follow all applicable regulatory and safety requirements.
  • Determine layouts of control cabinets for PLCs and touchscreen interfaces and generate electrical wiring schematics.
  • Create, modify, and troubleshoot function block diagrams, ladder logic, and structured text for rolling mill control systems.
  • Lead and manage capital projects from inception through execution, including functional specifications, scope development, RFQs, design coordination, and successful delivery against timeline, cost, and performance objectives.
  • Lead system integration, commissioning, and startup activities including I/O checkout, networking, FAT/SAT, and final system validation.
  • Setup and troubleshoot integration and networking of PCs, HMIs, PLCs, robots, and third-party devices.
  • Identify and implement automation and process improvement opportunities to enhance reliability, throughput, and quality.
  • Work with cross-functional manufacturing teams to identify automation opportunities.
  • Provide troubleshooting and technical support for automation systems, including controls, networking, and process equipment, both on-site and remotely.
  • Support the daily needs of maintaining plant performance by prioritizing and providing engineering support to plant maintenance and operations as needed.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation including electrical drawings, control narratives, specifications, SOPs, and project documentation.
  • Create and/or assist in the development of technical documents to assist maintenance and operations.
  • Ensure all systems comply with safety and regulatory requirements.
  • Communicate effectively in writing, including formulation and review/approval of official and technical correspondence, reports, and presentations.
  • Train maintenance and production personnel on new technologies and processes.
  • Lead, coach, and influence the development of fellow technical resources and area team members.
  • Participate in process area team FMEAs, RCAs, and Safety Taproots.
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