Ebi
Automation Controls Engineer
O'Fallon, MO
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 30 days ago
BudgetingProcess ImprovementPLCElectrical EngineeringControlsGMPCommunicationProblem SolvingSCADA
About the role
- For over 30 years, AFB International has been providing pet food solutions that enrich the lives of pets and their people.
- We know wagging tails, licking whiskers and empty bowls equal happy pets and happy pet parents.
- Our specialized palatants improve the flavor and nutritional value of pet foods, treats, and supplements, ensuring pets receive the essential nutrients they need.
Responsibilities
- Lead commissioning of automation control systems and projects
- Develop SCADA/HMI solutions.
- Configure, install, and maintain automation software & hardware
- Support OT infrastructure following Purdue Model and industrial networking best practices
- Manage capital projects-scoping, budgeting, scheduling, and execution
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process improvement
- Strong grasp of ladder logic, control system design, and troubleshooting
- Implement New Tools & Capabilities to advance site performance and AFB operations
Requirements
- Experience in liquid/dry blending and spray drying processes
- Familiarity with cGMP environments and automated batch processing
Nice to have
- Expertise in Allen Bradley / Rockwell PLCs and related software
- SCADA/HMI experience (preferably AVEVA / Wonderware / InBatch and/or Ignition)
- Deep understanding of industrial controls, electrical systems, and instrumentation
- Experience commissioning network-based OT systems
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or related field preferred
Benefits
- Set the Vision - Shape the site's controls & automation roadmap
Company info
- We make pet food taste great!
- Our palatants are specially designed to make pet foods, treats and supplements taste better, ensuring pets receive the vital nutrients they need.
- Join AFB and you'll be a part of a team of highly skilled professionals that provide the greatest contribution to our success as an organization.
- Our team members are diverse, creative, passionate experts who are genuinely dedicated to our mission, our customers, and the pets we serve worldwide.
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