TITLE:                           Associate Controls Engineer.

LOCATION:                  Bedford Park, IL

REPORTS TO:              Manager, Control System Engineering.

The Associate Control Systems Engineer is an Entry-Level position that will work closely with senior engineers and project managers to design, implement, and maintain automation systems using DeltaV and Rockwell platforms to support of plant production, quality, GMP and safety goals.  This role offers an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or early-career professionals to develop their skills in a challenging manufacturing environment. 

Core Responsibilities:

Ensure the instrumentation, control systems, and documentation can support the quality and production goals of the assigned unit(s) in the plant to meet business needs.Support the configuration, programming, and troubleshooting of PLCs, HMIs, and distributed control systems.Identify and implement improvements of instrumentation/control systems and support effective Management of Change, including PSM and validation considerations.Maintain knowledge continuity through specific subject matter expertise in an element of the site control system. Manage assigned capital projects within approved cost, schedule, and scope constraints.Participate in control systems lifecycle planning to ensure continued support and fit for use as they approach obsolescence.Drive continuous improvement within plant automation.  Develop professional skillset to enable improved process efficiency and control system reliability.Research and evaluate new technologies and applications that may be beneficial to the business. Share knowledge and provide assistance within the group, with other plants and any other customers within the organization.

Qualified candidates will have:

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering, or other technical discipline.Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of stakeholders.Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications:

Internship or co-op experience in industrial automation or a related field.Knowledge of industrial networking and communication protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Modbus).Understanding of DeltaV and Rockwell automation systems.Familiarity with PLC programming languages (e.g., Ladder Logic, Structured Text).

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability—mental or physical—marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law (“protected classifications”). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

Relocation Available:

Yes, Within Country

Pay Range:

$78,700.00-$104,966.67 Annual

This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Incentive Compensation:

As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.

Benefits:

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.