Process Controls Engineer

Overview:

Talent ACQ is partnering with a renowned food processing facility to secure a highly skilled Process Control Engineer. In this role, you will drive operational excellence by optimizing production processes, enhancing control system reliability, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. This is an exciting opportunity for a technical professional who thrives on innovation, continuous improvement, and collaborative problem-solving in a dynamic production environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Control System Management:
• Oversee, maintain, and continuously enhance automated control systems, including PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems, for food processing equipment.
• Implement upgrades and modifications to existing systems to improve performance, accuracy, and reliability.
• Process Optimization & Analysis:
• Analyze production data and process workflows to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements, waste reduction, and quality enhancements.
• Develop, test, and implement new control strategies using statistical process control (SPC) techniques and lean manufacturing principles.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to design process improvements and optimize system performance.
• Troubleshooting & Maintenance:
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues with control system hardware and software to minimize production downtime.
• Establish preventive maintenance protocols, perform regular system calibrations, and manage system validations.
• Coordinate with equipment vendors and technical support teams to resolve complex issues.
• Compliance, Safety & Documentation:
• Ensure that all control systems comply with food safety, quality, and regulatory standards, including HACCP, FDA, and ISO requirements.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including system schematics, operating manuals, and maintenance procedures.
• Participate in safety audits and risk assessments, contributing to a culture of continuous safety improvement.
• Collaboration & Training:
• Work closely with operations, maintenance, and quality assurance teams to support troubleshooting and process enhancement initiatives.
• Provide technical training and support to staff on updated control systems and safety protocols.
• Act as a key resource during the design, commissioning, and integration of new production technologies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in process control engineering within a manufacturing or food processing environment.
• Proficiency in PLC programming and hands-on experience with SCADA and HMI systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Familiarity with food safety standards and regulatory requirements (HACCP, FDA, ISO) is highly desirable.
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma) is a plus.

Working Conditions:

• Occasional shift work or on-call availability during critical production periods may be required.
• Ability to work in a dynamic production environment with exposure to varying noise levels and temperatures.

If you are passionate about process engineering and ready to make a significant impact in a fast-paced production environment, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.