Sr. Automation Engineer - Chemical Processes

Come join the skilled team at Sensient Technologies. We are collaborative and hard working. We solve tough problems. And we will be better with you.

We are seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to join our team and play a key role in supporting and improving our facility’s automation and electrical systems. In this position, you will be responsible for controls programming, process development and optimization, power system design, electrical drawings and schematics, project engineering, and equipment troubleshooting. You will collaborate closely with process engineers, internal electricians, and external contractors to support projects and maintain reliable operations. This role will also involve regular time on the facility floor, providing hands-on support while developing a thorough understanding of the site’s infrastructure, processes, equipment, and layout. The Automation Engineer will work cross-functionally and report directly to the appropriate team leadership.

What you’ll do:

• Develop, program, maintain, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI systems.
• Design, update, and maintain electrical schematics, diagrams, and documentation.
• Support AC/DC motors, power distribution, and site electrical infrastructure.
• Partner with Maintenance and Engineering on controls modernization, equipment migrations, and project execution.
• Troubleshoot electrical, electronic, controls, and robotic systems, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Research and implement new technologies to modernize and improve industrial electrical, controls, and robotic systems.
• Maintain Arc-Flash models and ensure systems and projects align with applicable NEC, IEEE, and NEMA standards.
  

What you’ll Bring

• Proven experience in electrical engineering within manufacturing or industrial processing environments, with a strong understanding of NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code) requirements.
• Demonstrated experience with Siemens and/or Allen-Bradley PLCs, including programming, troubleshooting, and integration with industrial automation and control systems.
• Hands-on experience with chemical processing operations, preferably within the food & beverage, pharmaceutical, specialty chemical, or related process industries.
• Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems, process controls, instrumentation, and automation in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven project leadership and project management experience, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, contractors, vendors, and plant operations.
• Bachelor's degree (B.S. or higher) in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline from an accredited institution.
• Fluent English communication skills are required, with the ability to effectively communicate technical information both verbally and in writing.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex electrical, controls, and process-related issues in an operating manufacturing environment.
  

What you'll get: 

• The opportunity to join a rapidly growing division within a global organization
• A complex and fast-paced environment that offers an ability to make a direct impact. 
• A collaborative work environment, with the opportunity to work directly onsite.
• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Comprehensive training during onboarding and continued support throughout your role.
  

About Sensient: Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands. 
About Sensient Colors: Sensient Colors is a leading developer, producer, and supplier of natural and synthetic color systems for customers around the globe. The Company's high-performance products play a vital role in the manufacture of foods and beverages, cosmetic and pharmaceutical colors and coatings, and colors for agricultural uses, household cleaners and paper products.  

Sensient is an Equal Opportunity Employer, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA. 

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