General Description:

The Instrumentation & Controls Engineer is responsible for completing assigned duties to ensure customer, team member, and vendor satisfaction. The Instrumentation & Controls Engineer does this by improving and maintaining the uptime, operation, and overall efficiency of instrumentation, automation components, and integrated systems and networks at Byrne facilities. The Instrumentation & Controls Engineer also ensures machine-level data is accurately captured and reported by PLC and instrumentation network for consumption by other engineering and business systems. The Instrumentation & Controls Engineer completes these functions in the support of the manufacture of dairy-related products.

Job Responsibilities:

Responsible for achieving assigned goals in production, safety, quality, performance, and cost. Notifies others of mechanical malfunctions to increase productivity and equipment capabilities and begins to identify areas where operators can assist in resolving concerns. Responsible for complying with GMPs, SOPs, corporate and/or plant policies, rules, and regulations. Aids and supports all areas in the production facility as assigned by supervisor/lead and begins to train and build competence on key areas in production such as fillers, forklifts, and production lines. Responsible for gaining competence in online circuits and learning proper hookups made in the facility. Use critical thinking and expert judgment to diagnose problems and identify improvement opportunities. Troubleshoot and maintain electrical control systems, electromechanical equipment, and related instrumentation and controls for machines and manufacturing processes. Perform preventive maintenance tasks related to the above, including but not limited to validation and/or calibration of instrumentation. Identify and develop recommended and required logical and visual programming changes and escalate for validation and implementation. Perform implementation where assigned. Maintain and modify SCADA and other industrial software systems to improve operations. Mentor and train employees in the duties and skills of this role as assigned or required. Actively support the lifecycle of change and configuration management for equipment and processes. Generate and maintain comprehensive documentation in well-organized repositories, including but not limited to proposed and approved changes, trial and production configurations, maintenance activities, performance/quality reporting, and related communications. Track and regularly report on key performance metrics to leadership as assigned. Develop and present potential actions/changes to lower risk, increase value/benefits, and/or leverage available resources to improve work cell performance. Establish and maintain positive relationships with customers, external vendors, and within the organization. Participate in the development of capital project planning and support strategic capital planning and execution processes.   Develop subject matter expertise within the industry for equipment, processes, and innovation to support strategic initiatives. Compliance with all legal requirements concerning dairy processing and safety on their assigned shift and reports concerning their supervisor/lead. Works in a safe manner and reports safety concerns promptly to their supervisor/lead and takes corrective actions as necessary to ensure a safe environment. Responsible for reporting food safety problems and initiating action and for supporting SQF by maintaining food safety and food quality. Ensures work areas are sanitary and strictly adhere to sanitation practices. Communicates effectively between shifts and other departments. All other duties as assigned by leadership.

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

Ability to apply basic to complex mathematical concepts such as adding, counting, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, and knowledge of weights and measures, to sufficiently handle job tasks. Understand and respond appropriately to basic to complex employee, vendor, and customer inquiries. Proficiency in programming, troubleshooting, and maintaining Allen Bradley PLC, servo, and VFD equipment using provided equipment and RS Logix/FactoryTalk and similar software. Proficiency in programming, troubleshooting, and maintaining visual interfaces using Ignition, FactoryTalk View, and similar software. Proficiency in using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook to track, retrieve, and manage correspondence and information. Proficiency in electrical (AC/DC wiring, relays, sensors) and electromechanical (servo, motor, actuator) troubleshooting skills. Proficiency in installing, configuring, and maintaining safety-related equipment (light curtains, interlocks, etc.) Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment. Read, write, and communicate using English language sufficient to perform job functions (Other preferences will be given for special language skills when there is a business need). Knowledge of the company's mission, purpose, goals, and your role in achieving each of them. Ability to operate facility equipment as required in assigned area. Satisfactorily complete all company training requirements. Ability to interpret company documents and literature and UPC/code information.

Education/Experience:

Minimum of GED or High School Diploma is required. Technical trade, military training, or technical college is strongly preferred. Experience with PLCs, machine HMIs, SCADA systems, motor/servo drives, and process instrumentation (proximity, temperature, level, conductivity, pressure) is strongly preferred. 2-4 years experience in industrial automation preferred. Experience working in a food manufacturing environment is preferred. Experience with HVAC, industrial refrigeration, boilers, 3-phase electrical service, or other industrial utilities a plus.

Performance Standards:

Responsible for reporting to work at scheduled times and communicating tardiness and absences with the assigned Supervisor/Manager before the occurrence. Responsible for reporting to work in a condition to work. Responsible for being well-groomed and always dressed in business- and position-appropriate attire including ensuring compliance with GMP dress code standards. Comply with performance criteria, and standards of conduct as contained in company policy, employment procedures, and responsibilities as described in the company handbook. Maintain a safe work environment at all times and immediately report and take appropriate action to correct a safety concern. Responsible for completing all assigned tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

Work Schedule:

Requires morning, afternoon, and overnight availability any day of the week based on assigned shifts. Requests to be scheduled off for a specific day require advance notification and approval by the Supervisor/Manager. Salaried: Generally scheduled for 40-45 hours; more hours may be required based on the needs of the business.

Environmental Concerns:

Normally protected from weather and temperature changes, possible exposure to hot cold wet, humid, or windy weather conditions does exist. May be subject to exposure to ingredients used in the manufacture of food products including allergens. May be subject to exposure to chemicals involved in the manufacture and sanitation of a food processing facility.

Physical Job Requirements:

Ability to move throughout all areas of the facility including but not limited to office, production, and warehouse environments. Including the outside perimeter of the building. Able to wear all necessary personal protective equipment to perform job functions. Stand and/or sit continuously and perform job functions for a full shift with a meal break. Physically able to stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, lift, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, handle, and move items weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance and move objects exceeding 50 pounds with reasonable accommodations. Visual acuity corrected to perform job functions.

Work Location:

Cortland, NY East Syracuse, NY

The wage range for this role considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Byrne, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $88,000 to $116,500.