Senior Automation & Controls Engineer

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Challenge Yourself and Impact the Future!

Mac Dermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, a business segment of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE: ESI), is renowned worldwide for its commitment to revolutionizing the electronics industry. With a legacy spanning over a century, we have continually set new benchmarks for excellence, reliability and sustainability in electronic materials.

• Wafer Level Packaging - Revolutionizing wafer fabrication processes for enhanced efficiency and performance
• Circuitry Solutions - Tailored solutions to meet the dynamic demands of modern circuitry
• Electronics Assembly Solutions - Innovating semiconductor, surface mount technology, and power electronics assembly for unparalleled reliability
• Advanced Materials and Joining - Engineering polymer and metal joining solutions for optimally performing circuits
• Film & Smart Surface Solutions - Transforming electronics with cutting‑edge materials and technologies for enhanced functionality and reliability
• Micromax – Elevating electronics through high‑performing, specialized inks and pastes

Across diverse sectors including automotive, consumer electronics, mobile devices, telecom, data storage, infrastructure, and AI, Mac Dermid Alpha Electronics Solutions has earned the trust of manufacturers worldwide. Our comprehensive range of high‑quality solutions and technical services enables the entire electronics supply chain, empowering businesses to thrive in today’s competitive landscape.

We embody the 'Elements of our Culture'—our 5C's;
Challenge, Commit, Collaborate, Choose, and Care. These core values are the foundation of our organization which our employees embrace in their interactions with customers, colleagues and other stakeholders, to drive financial performance and create a rewarding work environment.

We are seeking a highly skilled and forward‑thinking Senior Automation and Controls Engineer who is passionate about designing and delivering reliable, scalable, and data‑driven manufacturing systems. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on technical leader who takes ownership of complex automation projects from concept through implementation, collaborates effectively with process engineers, production, EHS, and R&D teams, and brings deep expertise across the full controls stack—from sensors and safety systems to PLC/DCS programming and data integration.

You are a proactive problem solver, detail‑oriented, and committed to building safe, maintainable, and high‑performing systems that support continuous improvement and world‑class manufacturing performance.

Lead front‑end engineering and detailed design for new equipment, processes, reactors, wet benches, blending, and packaging lines

Translate PFDs and P&IDs into I/O lists, control narratives, and cause‑and‑effect matrices

Specify, configure, and support PLC, DCS, HMI, and SCADA platforms and industrial networks

Develop compliant control code, batch/sequential logic, alarm strategies, and historian interfaces

Lead FAT/SAT, start‑up, and on‑site commissioning activities and troubleshoot systems to root cause

Design and implement safety‑instrumented functions and ensure compliance with applicable safety standards

Deploy data collection, analytics, and visualization tools to monitor KPIs, improve OEE, and reduce downtime

Prepare project timelines and manage automation work streams on capital projects, including scope, budget, schedule, and vendors

Promote best practices in code management, testing, documentation, and change control

Design intuitive HMI and user interfaces that clearly communicate process status

Stay current with emerging process control technologies and apply innovative solutions

Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and external integrators to deliver successful automation projects

Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and governmental requirements

Travel up to 30% as needed to support projects and operations

A self‑motivated, highly organized automation professional who thrives in fast‑paced manufacturing environments

A proactive problem solver who takes ownership of…