Control & Instrument Engineer II

• System Design & Programming: Conceptualize, design, and develop advanced control systems and instrumentation layouts for custom industrial machinery. Program Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs), and supervisory control software.
• Instrumentation Management: Select, specify, calibrate, and integrate instruments to accurately monitor and control critical process variables such as temperature, pressure, fluid dynamics, speed, and weight.
• Testing & Optimization: Analyze data, performance metrics, and system behaviors to verify that control systems meet precise process definitions. Modify and optimize existing system configurations to maximize efficiency and safe operations.
• Collaboration & Customization: Interpret engineering blueprints, mechanical drawings, and electrical schematics. Partner with mechanical and process engineers to deliver cohesive, turnkey industrial solutions.
• Troubleshooting & Quality Assurance: Lead the diagnosis and resolution of complex technical issues during building, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), and internal commissioning phases.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure all industrial automation designs strictly adhere to relevant safety standards, sanitary regulations, and National Electrical Code (NEC) / UL guidelines.

• Technical Aptitude: Proven proficiency in PLC/HMI programming environments (e.g., Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar industrial platforms).
• Instrumentation Expertise: Solid understanding of loop tuning, industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, etc.), and standard industrial sensory instruments.
• Problem-Solving: Strong critical thinking, troubleshooting, and analytical skills to address complex electrical, software, and mechanical interactions.
• Communication: Effective verbal and written communication skills to write technical specifications, project documentation, and collaborate smoothly across internal manufacturing and engineering teams.
• Adaptability: Ability to manage shifting project priorities efficiently while maintaining an exceptional attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or a closely related STEM discipline.
• Experience: 3–5 years of proven engineering experience directly handling industrial control systems, instrumentation calibration, and automation environments (experience in food processing, pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturing equipment is a major plus).
• Physical/Work Environment: Must be comfortable spending significant time on a busy manufacturing floor, working around active machinery, and occasionally lifting/moving tools or test components. Must be able to read complex technical layouts and schematics.
• Must be within driving distance of the Santa Rosa office, as this is an onsite position.

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% company match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and generous parental leave policies.
• A collaborative culture with customized career development tracks designed to help you grow with us.
• Wage: $109,300 - $120,800

Not open to recruiters or international candidates.