Control Systems Engineer II

Arxada is a global leader in innovative solutions that protect our world. Our groundbreaking technologies, in-depth regulatory know-how, manufacturing and process development help our customers to safeguard nutrition, health and infrastructure efficiently through chemistry and biotechnology that enhance sustainability. We offer a broad portfolio of ingredients and services for multiple end-markets that include Human Health & Nutrition, Home & Personal Care, Professional Hygiene, Paints & Coatings and Wood Protection.

With customers in more than 100 countries, the company achieved sales of CHF 2 billion in 2024. Headquartered in Basel (Switzerland), Arxada employs 3,200 associates across 24 production sites and 14 R&D centers, all committed to our customers’ success.

As a Controls Systems Engineer II based in Rochester, USA, you will play a vital role in driving operational excellence and innovation across our manufacturing environment. You will contribute by designing, implementing, and optimizing control systems that ensure safe, reliable, and efficient production processes.

Working collaboratively across engineering, operations, and maintenance teams, you will help Arxada continue to grow by strengthening our automation capabilities and enabling smarter, more sustainable manufacturing. This is an exciting opportunity to bring your expertise, foster grit, and go beyond through continuous improvement and technical excellence within our Microbial Control Solutions (MCS) business areas.

Essential Job Functions:

• Design, develop, and maintain industrial control systems (e.g., PLC, DCS, SCADA) to support manufacturing operations

• Troubleshoot and resolve control system issues to minimize downtime and improve plant performance

• Lead and support automation projects, including system upgrades, migrations, and new installations

• Collaborate cross-functionally with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives

• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards in all control system activities

• Analyze process data and implement optimization strategies to enhance efficiency and reliability

• Develop and maintain technical documentation, standards, and procedures for control systems

• Support plant start-ups, shutdowns, and commissioning activities as required

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related engineering discipline

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in industrial automation or process control

• Hands-on experience with PLCs, DCS, and/or SCADA systems

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across teams and communicate technical concepts clearly

• Knowledge of process safety standards and regulatory compliance in a manufacturing environment

• Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to decide and drive outcomes

Compensation & Benefits :

The expected salary range for this role is $74 000-$96 000, but specific employee compensation may vary depending on factors including experience, education, training, licensure, certification, location and other job-related, non-discriminatory factors permitted by law.

This role is also eligible to earn a short-term incentive bonus and the following benefits: 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, paid holidays and paid sick leave.

Arxada has world class offering in two distinct areas: 

Microbial Control Solutions (MCS) focuses on threats posed by microorganisms to people and planet through five distinct business lines including Professional Hygiene, Home & Personal Care, Wood Protection, Paints & Coatings and Material Protection.

Nutrition, Care & Environmental (NCE), meanwhile, provides materials used to manufacture composites for electronics, aerospace and other markets, as well as vitamins and nutritional ingredients, chemicals and performance intermediates, and raw materials for a wide range of high-performance applications.

Arxada is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.