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SalaryWHO ARE WE?
Do you want to be part of a company that makes a difference around the world? In Unilever, we have a clear purpose – make sustainable living commonplace. Through our 400 brands that reach 2.5 billion people every day, our objective is to generate a positive social impact globally and locally. With our local brands like Knorr, Dove, Hellmann's and Axe, we are creating a brilliant future for our customers, our business and our planet, and you can be part of that.
POSITION PURPOSE:
We are seeking a highly motivated Controls and Automation Engineer to join our team. As a Controls and Automation Engineer, you will play a critical role in the design, implementation, start-up, and handover of a new manufacturing site. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the establishment of a state-of-the-art facility while working with cutting-edge technology and driving process automation.
WHAT WOULD YOU DO?
- Design and configure control systems, including Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs), and Distributed Control Systems (DCS), to optimize manufacturing processes.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and develop innovative solutions to meet those needs.
- Develop control strategies and algorithms to ensure efficient and reliable operation of equipment and systems.
- Collaborate with equipment vendors and suppliers to integrate their systems into the overall control architecture.
- Conduct system testing and validation to ensure adherence to design specifications and performance requirements.
- Participate in commissioning and start-up activities, including troubleshooting, calibration, and optimization of control systems.
- Prepare documentation, such as control system specifications, user manuals, and standard operating procedures.
- Provide technical support and training to operations and maintenance teams for effective utilization of control systems.
- Manage and maintain digital systems, ensuring high levels of availability and security.
- Participate in code reviews and design discussions to ensure that solutions meet quality standards and best practices.
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO ASPIRE FOR THIS ROLE?
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field.
- Must be able to travel up to 50%.
- Proven experience in controls and automation engineering, preferably in the manufacturing industry.
- Strong knowledge of control systems and automation technologies, including PLCs, HMIs, DCS, and industrial communication protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus).
- Experience with designing and implementing control strategies and algorithms for complex manufacturing processes.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex system issues.
- Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in control systems, such as ladder logic, structured text, or function block diagram.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Availability for constant travel
- Spanish proficiency would be a plus
Competencies:
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Internal Customer focus
- Commitment and Responsibility
- Effective Communication
Internal Contacts:
- Engineering department local and global
- Manufacturing leaders
- Maintenance, Quality and Safety Leaders
- Factory management team
External Contacts:
- Engineering and construction companies
- Material suppliers
- Technology suppliers
- Equipment suppliers
What We Can Offer You
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Pay: The pay range for this position is $83,200 to $124,700. Unilever takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs.
Bonus: This position is bonus eligible.
Long-Term Incentive (LTI): This position is LTI eligible.
Benefits: Unilever employees are eligible to participate in our benefits plan. Should the employee choose to participate, they can choose from a range of benefits to include, but is not limited to, health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage), retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, as well as access to numerous voluntary benefits. Any coverages for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
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Unilever is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion to drive our business results and create a better future every day for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, credit check and DMV check.
If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at NA.Accommodations@unilever.com. Please note: This email is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses.
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