Control Systems Integrator II - Food & Beverage

Vertech

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About The Position

Vertech is seeking a Control Systems Integrator II to develop industrial automation solutions for food and beverage plants. The role plans, designs, programs, tests, and implements PLC/HMI-based control systems, primarily using Rockwell and Ignition. It also involves developing SCADA and MES screens, alarms, and reports for processing and packaging lines, including OEE and downtime tracking.

The integrator translates customer control descriptions, electrical drawings, and P&IDs into IO lists and software designs. This position takes smaller projects from start to finish, with guidance from senior integrators and project leads on larger projects. It includes thorough in-house software testing and on-site startup and commissioning support. Travel of up to 20% is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in electrical, mechanical, chemical, or a related engineering field, or relevant experience.
• Two to five years of experience developing PLC-controlled SCADA systems, preferably in a project-based industry.
• At least one year of hands-on experience developing PLC programs, HMI screens, and SCADA systems.
• Solid understanding of at least one major PLC platform: Rockwell, Siemens, GE, or Modicon.
• Solid understanding of at least one HMI/SCADA platform: Ignition, Wonderware, FactoryTalk View SE, or GE Proficy.
• Basic understanding of MES and OEE concepts.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.

Nice To Haves

• Food and beverage plant experience, such as batching, CIP, or packaging lines.
• Ignition or Wonderware certification, or willingness to earn certification within the first year.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, program, and implement PLC/HMI-based control systems for food and beverage plants, primarily using Rockwell and Ignition.
• Build SCADA and MES screens, alarms, and reports, including OEE and downtime tracking, for processing and packaging lines.
• Write structured, well-documented PLC code using reusable AOIs and UDTs.
• Design intuitive, easy-to-navigate, aesthetically pleasing HMI interfaces.
• Convert customer-supplied control descriptions, electrical drawings, and P&IDs into IO lists and a working software design.
• Manage smaller projects from start to finish, with direction from senior integrators and project leads on larger projects.
• Thoroughly test software in-house before client delivery.
• Support on-site startup and commissioning.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule with work-from-home options for numerous roles.
• Competitive compensation, including a bonus plan.
• Benefits, including a 401(k), with no more than a four-week waiting period.
• Path for growth, PTO, and a great culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level