Job Summary
• Lead the design, validation, testing, and periodic verification of SIS in alignment with IEC 61511 standards.
• Define, configure, maintain, and improve control system safety interlocks and automation systems.
• Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and reliability improvements for instrumentation and control systems.
• Contribute to electrical safety programs, including LOTO, energy isolation, arc flash management, and safe work procedures.
• Support and lead instrumentation and control activities for capital and continuous improvement projects.
• Participate in process safety activities such as HAZOPs, LOPAs, SIL assessments, and risk analyses.
• Ensure all control system modifications are managed through the Management of Change (MOC) process.
• Define and monitor KPIs related to SIS availability, instrumentation reliability, and safety compliance.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, EHS, project teams, and contractors to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Strong knowledge of functional safety principles and standards, particularly IEC 61511 and SIS.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial environments such as chemical, pharmaceutical, or related industries.
• Proven experience with instrumentation and control systems, including DCS and PLC platforms.
• Hands-on experience with Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), commissioning, troubleshooting, and safety-critical operations.
• Knowledge of electrical safety practices, including arc flash and energy isolation concepts.
• Experience with Siemens PCS7 or equivalent distributed control systems.
• Understanding of process risk assessment methodologies such as HAZOP, LOPA, and SIL.
• Familiarity with industrial automation networks, SAP or similar ERP systems, and AutoCAD.
• Fluency in English and Spanish.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive continuous improvement.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
• Be part of a safety-first culture that values people and operational excellence.
• Collaborate with talented colleagues across engineering, operations, and EHS functions.
• Work on impactful projects involving advanced automation and safety systems.
• Access learning and development opportunities that support your career growth.
• Make a meaningful contribution to the reliability, efficiency, and safety of our operations.
• Comprehensive medical coverage for you, with optional coverage for your family.
• Pension plan to support your long-term financial security.
• Life and accident/disability insurance.
• Benefits Club with exclusive discounts and savings on everyday purchases and vacation packages through a wide network of providers.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), offering confidential access to a wide range of wellbeing, financial, and personal support services for you and members of your household.
• Flexible working hours.
We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Industrial, Electrical, or Electronic Engineering
- Strong knowledge of functional safety principles and IEC 61511
- Minimum 5 years experience in industrial environments (chemical, pharmaceutical, or related)
- Proven experience with instrumentation and control systems, including DCS and PLC platforms
- Hands-on experience with Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), commissioning, and troubleshooting
- Knowledge of electrical safety practices including arc flash and energy isolation (LOTO)
- Experience with Siemens PCS7 or equivalent distributed control systems
- Understanding of HAZOP, LOPA, and SIL process risk assessment methodologies
- Familiarity with industrial automation networks, SAP or similar ERP systems, and AutoCAD
- Fluency in English and Spanish
- Demonstrated safety leadership and strong risk awareness
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive continuous improvement
IFF Family of Companies Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about IFF Family of Companies and has not been reviewed or approved by IFF Family of Companies.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive in many roles and locations, and compensation is often described as good.
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Parental & Family Support — A global minimum of 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave for all new parents is in place. This policy is positioned as a notable component of the overall package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Core offerings include paid time off, sick days, holidays, and sabbatical leave. Flexible scheduling options such as compressed workweeks and hybrid/remote arrangements are available where feasible.
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What We Do
Meet IFF: We boldly bring together science and creativity to create what the world needs. An industry leader in food, beverage, health and biosciences, we create essential solutions – from global icons to unexpected innovations and experiences. Equal parts outspoken and analytical, our international collective of thinkers working with customers to bring scents, tastes, experiences, ingredients and solutions for products people crave. With 24,000 employees across 65 countries, more than 110 manufacturing facilities, 100 R&D centers, and 33,000 customers across the world, we’re poised to make a difference on an unprecedented scale. Without our boundary-pushing passion and end-to-end expertise, the future wouldn’t be the same. Visit us at www.iff.com to learn more about how our talented people and new technology are challenging the expected, championing creators and doing more good for people and planet. Explore what sets us apart.
