Overview The Controls and Automation Engineer provides leadership, operational support, and project support to the plant’s Maintenance & Engineering teams. This position is responsible for designing, programming, repairing, and maintaining programmable logic controller (PLC) systems, automation devices, controls components, and overall electrical equipment used within PepsiCo facilities. This position also provides support to improve productivity and operating performance in the critical areas of health and safety, quality, production, cost, service, employee engagement, and other people/leadership objectives through the use of continuous improvement methodologies. This role and person should be recognized and accessed by the people in the plant as the key resource expert in the area. The role also provides a technical point of contact for the site to coach and develop technicians and lead the site’s controls agenda. The controls lead is an active member of the Engineering and Maintenance management team.What you can expect from usCompetitive compensation and comprehensive benefits designed to fit your unique needsA dynamic and inclusive culture that promotes you to bring your whole-self to workInspiring positive change for people and the planet with sustainability goalsA supportive team that will encourage your professional growth and developmentTotal Compensation: $75,300 - $122,760ResponsibilitiesApply reliability expertise to stabilize and improve the operation, driving variation down and seeking improved TE through capital, procedural, and operational improvementsPerform preventative maintenance, program, troubleshoot, and perform repairs on PLC systems, automation devices, controls components, and overall electrical equipmentDiagnose equipment malfunctions and make more complicated repairs or adjustments as needed; may perform preventative maintenance duties per manufacturer’s specificationsManage major OHs on substations, line upgrades, etc.Communicate and collaborate cross-functionally to assist teams to solve operational issues; motivate team members across all departments to achieve plant and PBNA goalsEnsure controls related work orders are scheduled and completed in a timely mannerPerform breakdown analysis on electrical failuresPlan, schedule, and execute projects, ensuring timely completion with minimal production disruption; assist in the development, installation and commissioning of OPEX and Capital ProjectsSupport development of annual operating plan, yield improvement plans, and fixed budgetsAssist in plant initiatives and direct line supervision as neededRequired to work off‑shift and weekends as needed to support projects and regular operationsDirect activities of outside contractors working on assigned workWork independently under limited supervision (self‑management)Understand and support maintenance, repair and improvement of thermal processing equipment including heat exchangers, heat recovery systems and CIP systemsOwn and manage various OT software and plant data systems such as ZPI, MARS, Colos, ThinManager, WonderWare, Aveva, etc.Lead, manage, coach and train others electricians on automation, electric, and controls equipment; create and implement controls related training for the siteDemonstrate good oral and written communication skills through leading meetings, facilitating meetings, and preparing and administering written plant communicationsDevelop yourself and your team to solve and manage day‑to‑day operational issues and reach short‑term and long‑term performance and career goalsManage PLC log‑book and ensure all 309A electricians follow process; ensure RCAs are completed on any PLC changesQualificationsBachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required; preferably in engineering, business, operations management, or a similar field—technical background preferredMinimum 5 years’ experience in a maintenance group troubleshooting field control issues with strong demonstrated competencyLean Six Sigma experience preferred, demonstrated by successful completion of major continuous improvement projectsIndustrial utility systems knowledge a plusStrong working knowledge of controls and electrical engineering/maintenance processesProficiency in Allen Bradley PLC5, 500 and Control LogixSolid understanding of motor control and VFD operationsExperience with category III and IV safety circuitsExperience with different communication protocols: DH+, Ethernet, Profibus, DeviceNETProficiency in Wonderware, FactoryTalk View, RSView softwareSolid understanding of servers and databases to support IT/Server RoomProficient in Microsoft Suite applicationsMust be self‑motivated, results and action orientedAbility to make independent and sound decisionsAbility to conduct assessments and audits and evaluate to measure progressEffective oral and written communication skillsAbility to give and receive constructive feedbackAbility to lead a team‑based approach to decision makingDemonstrated ability to work in a results‑oriented, challenging environmentStrong leadership with ability to get results through mentoring othersOff‑shift or weekend shift support may be requiredWhy work at PepsiCo At PepsiCo, you’re invited to be a part of a global team of innovators who make, move, and sell these products—which are enjoyed by more than 1 billion people a day. A career at PepsiCo means working in a culture where everyone’s welcome. Here, you can dare to be yourself. No matter who you are or where you’re from, you can influence the people around you and the world at large. By showing up, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, develop and grow your skills for the future. Our supportive teams can fuel your professional goals to make a global impact on people and the planet. Join us. Dare for Better.Additional InformationPepsiCo may use Artificial Intelligence as part of its hiring process. Specifically, we may use AI‑based tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.This posting is for an existing vacancy.#J-18808-Ljbffr