Sr. Controls and Automation Engineer
About The Position
The Sr. Controls and Automation Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and qualification of the electrical portions of membrane manufacturing equipment. The role includes selecting components and vendors and supervising contractors. It is part of the Advanced Engineering Group in Pensacola, Florida, and is an on-site position. The engineer reports to the Global Sr. Manager of Controls and Automation. The role provides programming support, troubleshoots electrical systems, designs electrical systems, and creates detailed electrical documentation. It also involves collaborating with cross-functional teams throughout concept, design, procurement, installation, and qualification; managing vendor relationships; supervising contractors; supporting installation qualification; and improving equipment performance and reliability. The position includes desk-based design work (30%), field installation activities (30%), and manufacturing-floor activities (35%). It requires willingness to work in challenging environments, such as high heat and under equipment, travel of 10% to other Cytiva manufacturing sites and factory acceptance tests, and a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering; electrical engineering is preferred.
- Experience in control panel design and PLC and HMI programming.
- At least 5 years of industrial engineering experience, including hands-on work with manufacturing floors or equipment.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD or EPLAN.
- Ability to manage multiple projects across desk-based design, field installation, and manufacturing-floor activities.
- Willingness to work in challenging environments, including high heat and under equipment.
- Ability to travel 10% to other Cytiva manufacturing sites and factory acceptance tests.
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with classified electrical hazardous locations (Class 1, Division 1 & 2), including standards for electrical components used in those environments.
Responsibilities
- Provide programming support, troubleshoot electrical systems, and select components for engineering projects.
- Design electrical systems and create detailed electrical documentation.
- Lead or collaborate with cross-functional teams through concept, design, procurement, installation, and qualification phases.
- Manage vendor relationships for membrane manufacturing equipment and supervise contractors to ensure quality and efficiency.
- Support equipment installation qualification and drive continuous performance and reliability improvements.
Benefits
- Health care program
- Paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
