Senior Automation Engineer

Responsibilities

• Design and support automation for flexible, experimental process systems requiring rapid iteration and new instrumentation integration
• Collaborate with engineers, scientists, and technicians to translate process requirements into control strategies and data systems
• Own automation systems from concept through implementation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement
• Program and maintain PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and data historians
• Select, integrate, and troubleshoot process instrumentation such as flow, pressure, temperature, and gas analysis
• Diagnose and resolve issues in field wiring, I/O signals, and industrial communication networks
• Provide hands-on support including working within electrical enclosures and commissioning control systems
• Support automated data collection, reporting systems, and local network integration

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience as an automation or controls integration engineer in an industrial or R&D setting
• Experience developing non-Ladder Logic PLC automation systems
• Knowledge of implementing and managing custom SCADA and MES
• Familiarity with electrical system design, including panel layouts, I/O architecture, and standards like UL 508A or NFPA 70E
• Understanding of industrial communication protocols such as OPC, Modbus, and serial communication
• Proficiency with SQL for database updating and retrieval
• Strong attention to detail and excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical/Controls Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• Familiarity with natural language query (NLQ) and AI-enabled analytics platforms
• Proficiency with data visualization tools like Spotfire and statistical software like JMP
• Experience with database development and management
• Experience supporting automation initiatives across both industrial and R&D environments

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs
• Competitive retirement savings plan with company contribution
• Generous paid time off, holidays, and parental leave
• Career development programs and tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Employee assistance programs and well-being resources

About the Company

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, health, and biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products, advancing wellness and enhancing the human experience through science, creativity, and heart.