Control Systems Engineer

Position Location Henry, IL About the Role Our Polymer Solutions plant in Henry, IL, is seeking to hire a Control Systems Engineer to provide day‑to‑day support to the Production and Maintenance teams, aiming to minimize production downtime. The Control Systems Engineer will design, implement, and test automations and control systems for process or manufacturing systems. Responsibilities Operate with a focus on safety and environmental compliance Design, implement, and support DCS, PLC, HMI, and SCADA software for control systems and equipment Maintain the manufacturing plant's control systems at "World Class" standards Install software updates with the latest versions Participate on project teams and serve as site SME in the development of control/instrumentation systems and specifications Support factory acceptance testing of new equipment systems Lead the development and execution of small electrical/controls projects; upgrade obsolete controls to modern technology Work with corporate engineering to support the maintenance and improvement of site electrical infrastructure, equipment, and standards as needed Perform system start‑ups and operational checkouts on systems, including configuration, wiring, calibration, grounding, and power testing Reload and reboot PLC to restore faulted equipment after power outages Perform preventative maintenance and routine inspections, as needed Provide hardware and software application support assistance to maintenance and production Set up and configure replacement electronic and control components to fit specific applications Maintain the plant's process networks in collaboration with Operations and Maintenance teams Utilize technical materials such as equipment manuals, SDS, safety materials, system drawings, P&ID's, schematics, and blueprints to troubleshoot and maintain systems Update, modify, and continuously improve existing control systems—including ladder logic programs, relay logic, electrical distribution, motor controls, operator interface, hydraulics, pneumatics distribution, and control Knowledge & Skills Requirements Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite Excellent attention to detail Good organizational and time‑management skills Basic decision‑making and problem‑solving skills Must be able to work on feet for at least 8 hours Support Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Address on‑call requests as needed Excellent problem‑solving and troubleshooting abilities Familiarity with communication networks like Ethernet/IP and Modbus Understanding of process instrumentation (sensors, actuators, etc.) Understanding of low‑voltage distribution, safety relays, and emergency stop circuits Knowledge of databases and historians for logging machine data Understanding of feedback loops & PID controllers Education & Experience Requirements Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related engineering field 5–10 years of experience in process control and automation 5–10 years of experience in programming/developing/configuring DeltaV, PLC, HMI, DCS, and SCADA software for control systems What We Offer 401(k) with a 6% company match (the company will automatically contribute an extra 3% of your plan‑eligible pay to your 401(k)) Multi‑tier benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision), plus Employer‑paid Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, and Life Insurance Wellness Employee Assistance Program (EAP), paid parental leave, and Fitness & Weight‑loss Reimbursement Tuition reimbursement, eleven paid company holidays, paid vacation time, paid sick time, and career development opportunities Benefits start on day one Timezone: Central Standard Time Business Unit: BU Specialty Resins (BU_VST_02) Functional Area: FA Operations (FA_OPS_01) #J-18808-Ljbffr Orbia group