Sr. Controls Engineer

About Ingredion:

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

Location: Belcamp, MD

Workplace type: On Site

Join our team at Ingredion Incorporated as a Senior Controls Engineer and be at the forefront of innovation! If you're passionate about developing cutting-edge automation solutions and thrive in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you. Bring your expertise and help us shape the future of our industry.

As a Sr. Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing control systems to improve manufacturing processes and ensure efficient operation. You´ll work closely with other engineers and departments to integrate control systems with existing processes and equipment.

What you will do:

- Demonstrate safety leadership to ensure a safe work environment and work practices, aiming for an injury-free workplace.
- Lead process automation and PLC programming, manage capital programs, and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
- Set and align facility goals with corporate engineering strategy, drive innovation and growth, and establish KPIs and deliverables for continuous improvement.
- Provide technical support including process studies, root cause analysis, and troubleshooting to optimize processes and meet cost and production goals.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory, ISO, Quality, Food Safety systems, GMP policies, and guidelines, and support Lean elements for continuous improvement.
- Mentor and train team members, manage systems and licenses, and conduct process automation training to maintain and enhance employee proficiency.

What you will bring:

• Controls and automation experience in food, pharmaceutical, or nutraceutical (preferred).

• B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or equivalent and a minimum of 7 years’ experience in process controls and/or automation in a continuous/batch operation facility, including leading/implementing process improvement initiatives.

• Demonstrated knowledge of and significant programming experience with the plant process controls systems: Allen-Bradley, ControlLogix, CompactLogix, SLC500, PLCs, Rockwell, HMI InTouch, IoT, and Aspen/Wonderware historian experience minimum.

• Demonstrated knowledge of AC/DC motor drives, control valve theory of operation, application, selection, specification, and installation.

Who you are:

• Leadership experience and the ability to concisely communicate objectives and results to reach targeted goals.

• Experience managing several projects/initiatives at one time, financial acumen, and advanced problem-solving/troubleshooting skills.

• Provide day-to-day and after-hours support for operations, investigating and troubleshooting control system related issues, continuous improvement mindset, maintaining automation systems.

Why Join Ingredion? 

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

• Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being
• Career Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Program – A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
• Employee Discount Program – Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability—mental or physical—marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law (“protected classifications”). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

Relocation Available:

Pay Range:

This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Incentive Compensation:

As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.

Benefits:

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.