Manufacturing Controls Systems Architect

Job Description

Job Description

Build the control systems that keep modern manufacturing moving

Join Altria as a Manufacturing Controls Systems Architect and become the go‑to expert who unifies PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, and OEM equipment into reliable, high‑performance production ecosystems.

Role setup

• Onsite base: Hopkinsville, KY
• Regional travel: Approximately 30–40% to Clarksville, TN and Nashville, TN

Your impact

• Engineer, program, and stabilize PLC/HMI/SCADA solutions across processing, packaging, and conveying lines.
• Integrate OEM assets into plant‑wide architectures; configure and support VFDs, servos, instrumentation, and process controls.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical, controls, and communications issues; provide real‑time support during downtime events.
• Standardize code frameworks, documentation, backups, and change management.
• Own the controls workstream for capital projects from concept through FAT/SAT, commissioning, and validation.
• Lead RCAs and institute corrective actions for persistent failures; identify automation and process improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with OEMs, system integrators, contractors, and cross‑functional IWS partners to drive operational excellence.
• Champion safety: adhere to OSHA, electrical, and machine safety standards; model lockout/tagout best practices.

What makes you successful here

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Controls, Mechatronics, or related discipline.
• 5+ years in manufacturing controls, preferably supporting high‑speed automated equipment.
• Proficiency with Rockwell/Allen‑Bradley, Wonderware, FactoryTalk, HMIs, SCADA, and industrial networking.
• Hands‑on with VFDs, servo systems, instrumentation, and plant electrical design; able to read/develop schematics and panels.
• Exposure to automated processing and packaging, batch systems, MES, OEE, and data collection.
• Strong troubleshooting chops, clear communication, and solid project coordination; working knowledge of OSHA and machine safety.

Pay and rewards

We set pay by weighing your experience, knowledge, and qualifications. Target range: $104,900.00 to $152,150.00.

Benefits that meet you where you are

• Flexibility that fits — options that help work and life align.
• Time you can count on — 15 days PTO to start, 13 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and a 37.5‑hour workweek.
• Belonging and growth — contribute ideas, expand your skills, make an impact.
• Recognition that matters — annual merit increases and performance bonus.
• Long‑term security — day‑one 401(k) match plus Deferred Profit Sharing at 13%–17% of base salary.
• Career fuel — student loan repayment assistance, conference access, and professional development stipends.
• Health for you and yours — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life’s big moments — paid parental and bonding leave.
• Well‑being, beyond work — whole‑person wellness programs.
• Give back — paid volunteer time and a culture committed to community impact.

About Altria

We’re a Fortune 500 leader serving U.S. adult tobacco and nicotine consumers 21+, transforming our business with a vision of Moving Beyond Smoking™. Our family includes Philip Morris USA, John Middleton, U.S. Smokeless Tobacco, Helix Innovations, and NJOY, alongside equity stakes in Anheuser‑Busch InBev and Cronos Group.

Discover more at altria.com and on LinkedIn.

Legal notices

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

At Altria, we celebrate the power of diverse teams working together to shape our future. Each Altria company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing individuals with criminal records, including formerly incarcerated individuals and individuals with conviction records, a fair chance at employment. Join us as we work together to shape a better future for adult tobacco consumers, our employees, and our shareholders.