Controls Engineer Sr Advisor

Graphic Packaging International, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, is one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper‑based packaging for food, beverage, household, personal care, and pet products.

The Senior Engineering Advisor is a highly hands‑on technical role supporting complex manufacturing systems across Graphic Packaging facilities. This position focuses on advanced troubleshooting, controls optimization, and real‑time problem resolution, working directly on equipment and systems to restore performance and improve reliability. It requires direct technical engagement and ownership, not delegation.

• Lead hands‑on troubleshooting of automation and control systems across multiple facilities
• Work directly within PLCs, drives, and machine control systems to resolve issues
• Provide immediate technical support during critical downtime events
• Perform root cause analysis and implement permanent corrective actions
• Modify control logic, drive parameters, and system configurations
• Collaborate with OEMs while maintaining ownership of technical solutions
• Support startups, commissioning, and recovery efforts
• Mentor engineers through direct, side‑by‑side troubleshooting

• Siemens (TIA Portal, S7, Drives)
• Rockwell (Control Logix, Compact Logix, SLC, PLC5 Factory Talk)
• Rexroth motion and drive systems
• Control Techniques drives and motion control
• Code Sys IDE
• Inductive Automation Ignition SCADA
• PLC programming, motion control, I/O systems, and machine sequencing
• Advanced diagnostics and real‑time system troubleshooting

• Identify and resolve chronic equipment issues
• Improve uptime through direct diagnostic work and system optimization
• Implement long‑term corrective solutions
• Partner closely with plant teams to strengthen reliability practices

• Act as technical escalation point for OEMs and integrators
• Review and challenge vendor solutions based on system behavior
• Drive issue resolution to closure through direct engagement

• BA or equivalent + 15 years related experience; or MA + 13 years related experience or a comparable combination of education/experience preferably in manufacturing or controls engineering
• Deep hands‑on expertise in PLCs, drives, and automation systems
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex manufacturing systems
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills

Up to 60% travel to support on‑site troubleshooting, startups, and plant operations.

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Graphic Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and abides by all applicable federal, state, provincial and local laws with respect to the recruitment and hiring process. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment and hiring process free from discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Should you require an accommodation for a disability, please contact your Human Resources representative or email