Senior Controls Engineer - Ripon

The Wine Group (TWG) is a leading producer of award-winning wines and alcoholic beverages across 120+ brands. With operations in California, New York and Australia, TWG is an innovator in developing and marketing brands beloved by consumers globally, including Cupcake, Franzia, Benziger, Imagery, Tribute, Chloe, Meiomi, Cooks, 7 Deadly, Cooper & Thief, and more. We produce our products using sustainable practices to create delicious beverages that people can feel good about. Visit us at www.thewinegroup.com.

JOB SUMMARY

At The Wine Group, the Control Engineers designs, optimizes, and integrates sophisticated control systems, ensuring production efficiency, reliability, and innovation. The Senior Controls Engineer is recognized as a technical leader and authority in controls engineering, blending deep expertise in system design, programming, and optimization with strategic project management and innovation. This role involves leading complex projects from concept to completion, making informed decisions that balance technical and business needs while mentoring junior engineers and fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. With a commitment to exploring new technologies and maintaining a comprehensive understanding of system architecture, the Senior Controls Engineer ensures the delivery of high-quality, efficient control solutions. They play a critical role in shaping organizational standards and practices, influencing decision-making across teams, and driving continuous improvement and excellence within the engineering domain.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Leadership in System Design and Technical Strategy : Serve as a key leader in designing and architecting advanced control systems and solutions for projects of high complexity. Make informed decisions that balance technical challenges and business objectives, setting standards for excellence in system design and software development.
• Advanced Programming and System Integration : Demonstrate exceptional expertise in advanced programming techniques and the integration of complex systems. Go beyond traditional PLC programming to include expertise in performance optimization, system security, and integration testing, ensuring seamless operation across diverse platforms and technologies.
• Strategic Problem-Solving and Innovation : Exhibit strategic problem-solving skills, identifying and addressing complex issues with innovative solutions. Proactively identify new areas of work and lead initiatives to enhance system capabilities, efficiency, and reliability, backed by evidence-based arguments.
• Comprehensive Project Management : Lead projects from inception to completion with a strategic approach, managing all aspects of the project lifecycle. Utilize a deep understanding of business needs and user experience to prioritize tasks and allocate resources effectively, ensuring projects meet strategic objectives.
• Mentorship and Technical Leadership : Act as a mentor and role model to less experienced engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence. Share expertise in technical design, coding best practices, and system optimization, elevating the team's capabilities.
• Collaborative Expertise and Non-Technical Engagement : Work closely with both technical and non-technical team members, providing clear communication and guidance on project requirements, system architecture, and the resolution of technical challenges. Promote a collaborative project environment and contribute to cross-functional understanding.
• Influence on Organizational Standards and Practices : Play a crucial role in shaping the organization's technical standards, best practices, and decision-making processes. Leverage deep domain expertise to influence policies, procedures, and technology choices across teams, driving cohesive and aligned engineering practices.
• Technological Curiosity and Architectural Oversight : Maintain a proactive stance on exploring new technologies and methodologies, understanding their potential impact on existing systems and future projects. Ensure a comprehensive understanding of the overall system architecture, advocating for solutions that enhance scalability, reliability, and performance.
• Quality Assurance and Technical Diligence : Ensure the highest standards of code quality, technical documentation, and system testing. Lead by example in implementing rigorous testing protocols, performance analysis, and quality assurance practices to guarantee the reliability and efficiency of control systems.
• Effective Milestone Management and Delivery : Break down complex projects into manageable phases and milestones, overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of technical work. Ensure timely progress and accurate completion of projects, meeting or exceeding project goals and deadlines.
• This role demands a unique blend of technical expertise, strategic vision, leadership qualities, and a collaborative mindset. The Senior Controls Engineer is not only a technical authority but also a driving force for innovation, quality, and efficiency within the organization, paving the way for future advancements and success in control engineering projects.

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At The Wine Group, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristic protected by law.

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