Automation Control Engineer

Job Overview

This role is aligned to the Coffee Operating Unit.

Spartanburg 2 - 3220 Moore Duncan Hwy, Suite 100, Gate A, Moore, SC 29369.

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM, with occasional after-hours support as needed.

The Automation Controls Engineer II is responsible for designing, implementing, supporting, and continuously improving a wide range of industrial automation and control systems. These systems range from relay logic and single-loop controllers to advanced PLC, HMI, SCADA, and networked automation platforms.

This role plays a critical part in connecting automation technology with coffee roasting, packaging, and distribution processes to improve safety, product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and operational reliability.

• Design, develop, implement, and optimize automation solutions that improve employee safety, product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and cost performance.
• Support the commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, and optimization of new and existing manufacturing equipment.
• Design, implement, and maintain industrial automation and control networks.
• Manage control system documentation, software revisions, and change control processes.
• Ensure system reliability and business continuity by following industry standards and engineering best practices.
• Develop the automation capabilities of maintenance and engineering teams by providing training and technical guidance to improve troubleshooting skills.
• Develop and support data acquisition and reporting systems that align with site and company objectives.
• Lead automation-focused capital and continuous improvement projects from planning through execution.
• Coordinate activities with engineering, maintenance, operations, vendors, and contractors to support automation initiatives.
• Partner with manufacturing leaders to improve automated systems and production processes.
• Collaborate with other Keurig Dr Pepper engineering teams on cross-functional initiatives.
• Develop and deliver training for maintenance and operations personnel.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, ergonomic standards, and quality requirements.
• Prioritize work based on production needs and business objectives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Strong technical troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Confidence, integrity, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication and technical writing skills.
• Mechanical aptitude with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills with the ability to work across multiple departments.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation, follow work instructions, and calibrate instrumentation.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
• Flexibility to support changing production priorities while maintaining high performance.

• Targeted annual compensation range of $85,000-$105,000.
• This is a salaried, exempt position paid biweekly. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Paid Time Off (including vacation and sick leave)
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Mileage Reimbursement

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 5+ years of industrial automation experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Extensive PLC programming experience is required.
• Strong experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation systems, including:
  • Factory Talk Suite
  • Logix Platform
  • Allen-Bradley industrial networks
• Working knowledge of OPC-UA architecture and industrial communication protocols.
• Experience supporting Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).

• Hands-on electrical experience with industrial control panels and electrical circuits.
• Experience with robotic control systems, preferably FANUC.
• Working knowledge of SCADA systems.
• Experience with Beckhoff and Siemens automation…