Process Control Engineer

Refresco•Fort Gibson, OK

69d

About The Position

The Process Controls Engineer drives continuous improvement projects and leads infrastructure automation upgrades to keep automation systems current and mitigate obsolescence. The role provides expert PLC, HMI, SCADA, VFD, and servo-system programming and troubleshooting, Ethernet network configuration and diagnostics, and SQL Server development. The engineer also strengthens the skills of Controls Technicians, Electricians, and Instrumentation Technicians by developing training plans and organizing and delivering relevant training sessions. The position focuses on optimizing production efficiency, machine reliability, and overall plant performance through process-control strategies, automation integration, predictive maintenance, data analysis, and root-cause corrective action. It includes work on continuous-process manufacturing such as beverage bottling, pasteurization, and brewing, as well as capital projects and automation-system upgrades. The role is primarily Monday through Friday, with flexibility to work nights and/or weekends as needed to support the business. The work environment is fast-paced and may involve seasonal hot or cold conditions and pronounced pressure from deadlines, project management, and accuracy demands. Travel requirements are listed as N/A.

Requirements

Diploma or degree in Electronics, Automation, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
Expertise in programming and troubleshooting Rockwell Automation PLCs, VFDs, HMIs, and servo systems.
PLC programming experience using RSLogix 5, RSLogix 500, RSLogix 5000, and FactoryTalk Studio software.
Knowledge of DeviceNet and Ethernet I/P.
Experience with remote communication and I/O systems.
Experience with virtual networks and thin clients.
Knowledge of advanced control theory, industrial networks, PID tuning, and higher-level programming such as structured text and function blocks.
Strong understanding of PID tuning and process-control strategies for optimizing filling, pasteurization, and packaging systems.
Ability to design, integrate, and troubleshoot industrial automation systems, including sensors, actuators, VFDs, servo motors, and motion-control systems.
Familiarity with high-speed bottling, canning, and packaging automation, including case packers, fillers, and conveyors.
Experience with data acquisition and analytics tools for tracking OEE, downtime, and process optimization.
Understanding of clean-in-place automation and batch-control systems for food safety and quality standards.
Strong time-management skills, including prioritizing, meeting deadlines, and managing multiple tasks.
Detail-oriented, confident, approachable, and proactive in troubleshooting and optimizing control systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, for documentation, reporting, and presentations.
Ability to handle confidential information professionally and discreetly.
Strong customer focus and ability to address operational and business needs through process automation and control solutions.
Ability to remain focused under pressure in a fast-paced work environment.
Flexibility to work nights and/or weekends as needed.
Ability to work in ambient hot and/or cold seasonal environments.
Ability to meet the role’s visual and sensory demands, including attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

SQL Server experience.
Licensed Industrial Electrician.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot controls automation systems using expert knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, Ethernet networks, and I/O networks; determine root causes and implement timely, permanent solutions.
Use condition-monitoring tools to conduct predictive maintenance analysis on production equipment, identify pending maintenance issues, issue preventive-maintenance work orders, and determine root causes of maintenance issues.
Analyze performance trends and conduct root-cause corrective action to drive improvements.
Lead continuous-improvement initiatives by analyzing process data and implementing engineering solutions that improve plant performance, machine reliability, and efficiency.
Lead automation infrastructure upgrades and develop disaster-recovery strategies to improve system resilience and reliability.
Design and implement process-control strategies to optimize production efficiency.
Develop and program PLC, SCADA, and DCS systems for process automation.
Work with cross-functional teams to integrate new automation technologies into production lines.
Optimize process systems and contribute to capital projects and system upgrades.
Work with industry-specific control systems such as Rockwell PlantPAx, Siemens PCS7, Honeywell Experion, or Emerson DeltaV.
Apply automation strategies to continuous-process manufacturing, including beverage bottling, pasteurization, and brewing.
Develop training plans and organize and deliver training sessions for Controls Technicians, Electricians, and Instrumentation Technicians.
Perform other duties and responsibilities that may be assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
Life and AD&D insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Pet insurance.
Legal benefits.
401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match.
12 paid holidays.
Vacation days and paid sick time off.
Well-being benefit.
Discount and Total Reward Programs.
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.