Controls Automation Engineer

Saige Partners • Lathrop, CA

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About The Position

The Controls Engineer analyzes manufacturing processes and supports the control, optimization, and reliability of production equipment and systems. The role designs, programs, tests, and troubleshoots aseptic filling and processing lines and material-handling systems. As part of a cross-functional engineering team, the engineer provides technical expertise and implements improvements to aseptic manufacturing systems, emphasizing safety, quality, and operational efficiency. The position serves as a technical resource for electrical controls, equipment development, and troubleshooting, collaborating with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams to support production objectives.

The position reports to the Engineering Manager and participates in rotating after-hours engineering support responsibilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience.
• 4–6 years of relevant technical or operational experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• At least 2 years of experience with aseptic processing and packaging systems.
• Proficiency in PLC programming and troubleshooting, particularly Allen-Bradley/Rockwell systems.
• Experience with HMI systems and SCADA platforms such as Ignition and Wonderware.
• Knowledge of motion control, variable frequency drives (VFDs), safety hardware, robotics, and vision inspection systems such as Cognex and Keyence.
• Experience installing, commissioning, and troubleshooting processing and packaging equipment, including ability to provide after-hours support as needed.
• Understanding of food processing and packaging operations, FDA regulations, and applicable NFPA 70, 70E, and 78 standards.
• Experience with AutoCAD.

Nice To Haves

• Tetra Pak equipment experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for manufacturing equipment and systems, including safety controllers, PLCs, HMIs, robotics, motion control, measurement systems, instrumentation, material-handling systems, and industrial networks.
• Support computer hardware and software applications associated with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and production data collection.
• Perform work in accordance with established plant electrical controls standards.
• Use the Change Management Process to support implementation, performance, and continuous improvement of company initiatives.
• Schedule, coordinate, and manage upgrades, overhauls, and conversions of aseptic filling and processing lines.
• Develop and provide training on the operation and maintenance of aseptic filling and processing equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams to identify opportunities for equipment improvements, increased reliability, and enhanced production performance.
• Participate in rotating after-hours engineering support responsibilities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) match.
• Generous PTO and holidays.
• Growth opportunities to expand skillsets and enhance career.
• Referral bonus program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• HSA medical plan option with annual company contribution.
• Perks at Work discounts on shopping, travel, and more.
• Employee activities and programs focused on wellness and community involvement.

What This Job Offers

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