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Automation & Technology Senior Engineer (Control & Network)Requisition Number: 123910
Summary:
The Automation & Technology Senior Engineer (Control & Network) at our Malaysia factory will lead capital projects for plant automation, including process control upgrades, machine capacity expansions, and asset renewals. Responsibilities encompass cost estimation, design, and implementation of industrial control networks and Operational Technology systems, integrating manufacturing data with business systems, and managing project stakeholders. The role involves project management, overseeing installations, commissioning, and handovers, and collaborating with various engineering and business teams. The engineer, along with their direct report (Control Engineer), will provide 24-hour breakdown support for process control automation to all Business Unit and Utilities sections. Additionally, the engineer will mentor junior staff and collaborate with other engineers on projects from a process control perspective to ensure accuracy and quality. The position also requires supporting business units to enhance plant performance, machine reliability, and minimize losses.
Major Duties/Responsibilities:
Process Control Automation Project Management
Drive and evaluate process control automation projects (Miscellaneous and Major Capex), through effective planning, organizing, and coordinating the project. This encompasses:
Conception, feasibility studies, and project proposals,
Project paper preparation,
Joint responsibility with Capital Team on Business case development and justification,
URS creation, PR raising, equipment delivery follow-up,
FAT,
Site installation/setup and SAT,
Training of line technicians and maintenance personnel,
Punch list and handover.
Ensure effective communication with internal cross-functional teams and external US COEs/vendors for seamless project execution.
Monitor project KPIs such as installation quality, cost, schedule, and resources, and provide visibility and clarity to management for prioritization and obstacle resolution.
Operational Supports – Breakdown & Optimization
Collaborate with engineers/overseas vendors to manage 24-hour breakdown support for process control and automation in manufacturing lines.
Proactively identify risks and opportunities in process control for production equipment, driving initiatives to enhance safety, product quality, machine reliability, and energy efficiency. Leverage OSI for condition monitoring, reduce labor dependency through process optimization, and achieve CI Saving targets.
Conduct operational tests to ensure CCP setup meets specifications and redesign and improve processes through automation to boost production efficiency and quality.
Continue Development in Process Control Automation
Continue to enhance the standards for Process Control development, e.g., electrical cabling work standards, Electrical/Control URS, PLC modification workflow, etc., and ensure the implementation of standards.
Establish connection with US COE to stay updated on the latest developments/problem solutions related to process control development, Operational Technology related Industrial Control Network Architecture, and Security measures (firewalls, policies, etc.).
Stay current on processing and packaging trends for potential application to Hershey Foods' products.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
BS Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology.
8+ years in the field of Process Control Engineering.
Minimum 3 years of experience in the Confectionery, Food, Consumer Goods, and/or Pharmaceutical industry is preferred.
Experience in leading the Process Controls Engineering portion of multiple projects is required.
Experience with electrical elementaries, P&ID's, GMP's, process controls estimating, and process controls design are required.
Expert knowledge of Rockwell and Siemens PLC's and Motion Control systems (hardware and logic), FactoryTalk View, RSView, FactoryTalk Asset Centre, Wonderware, and OPC communication, HMI/SCADA systems - both from an applied and maintenance perspective.
Expert Knowledge of Industrial Control Network Architecture and Security measures is essential.#J-18808-Ljbffr