Automation Controls Engineer II — Coffee Manufacturing

Job Overview:

This role is aligned to the Coffee Operating Unit

Location:

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.

Benefits (Effective Day One, Where Applicable):

• 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

  • Lo…