Senior Automation & Controls Engineer - Food & Beverage

We are seeking a Senior Automation & Controls Engineer to lead and execute engineering design activities across a range of capital projects-spanning from small upgrades to major EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) initiatives. This role plays a critical part in delivering automation solutions within food & beverage, consumer products, pharmaceutical, aerospace, and industrial facilities.

As a technical leader, you will oversee the design and implementation of automation systems (PLC, HMI, SCADA, MES) throughout all project phases-from concept through startup. This position requires a hands-on engineer with a strong foundation in controls design, team leadership, client interfacing, and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead and manage automation and controls scope on major EPC projects.
• Develop control system designs including PLC / HMI programming, I / O lists, control panel design, instrument specifications, and installation details.
• Prepare and review automation deliverables such as control narratives, device layouts, and electrical one-lines.
• Specify and procure control systems, manage vendors, and lead Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).
• Lead on-site commissioning and startup activities.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, electrical, mechanical, and process engineering teams.
• Review P&IDs, develop automation strategies, and define control logic with process engineers.
• Contribute to project budgeting, scheduling, and resource planning.
• Interface with clients, vendors, and construction teams to resolve technical issues.
• Support proposal development, estimating, and client presentations for future projects.
• Provide mentorship and technical direction to junior engineers and designers.

Qualifications :

Preferred Experience :

In this role you will work on high-impact automation projects across leading industries, from concept through implementation. This is a chance to lead complex, hands-on projects, collaborate with top-tier professionals, and make a measurable impact within a growing, multi-discipline engineering team.