Automation Engineer

About Us:

At Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition, we are making significant advances in food and health with new ideas and innovative technologies. We are seeking candidates with energy and enthusiasm to be part of our growing team throughout North America. As an Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition employee, you are part of a diverse, innovative, and collaborative community committed to enhancing lives through nutrition and health. Our team is committed to providing amino acid-based solutions that create better lives for all.

We do not use AI to screen applications. Applications and resumes of qualified applicants are reviewed by a real person because we value your time and believe each qualified applicant deserves thoughtful, human consideration. It’s an old‑fashioned approach—done with purpose.

Why Join Us:

Our people are the key ingredient to our success. We offer a collaborative, innovative environment where you can grow your career and make an impact on global food and health solutions.

We provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package, including:

Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Opportunity

401(k) with Company Contributions

Medical, Dental, and Vision — Effective Day 1

Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, and Floating Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness Programs and Yearly Wellness Reimbursement

Work Flexibility

Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities

Career Growth and Development within a Global Organization

Company-Provided Mental Health and Caregiving support

Overview:

To assist in the developing and implementing instrumentation and control concepts as well as maintaining the current control and Automation systems.

Qualifications:

Required:

Associates degree or five years of technical trade school

Experience in developing and maintaining instrument indices, I/O lists, and datasheets

Working knowledge of Rockwell Automation’s PLC/HMI systems, and Yokogawa or other DCS systems

Experience with industrial communication networks

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Ability to work independently with little to no direction and take initiative within scope of work responsibilities

Ability to demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills

Demonstratable technical proficiency with strong organizational and time management skills

Ability to manage multiple projects

Working knowledge of the National Electronic Code (NEC) and electrical installation and mechanical practices

Working knowledge of Rockwell Automation’s PLC/HMI systems, and Yokogawa or other DCS systems.

Project Management Skills is a plus.

Experience with industrial communication networks.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

WORKING CONDITIONS:

This position works in a production environment to include inside and outside work. This position may perform activities in an environment that contains hazardous elements and requires safety awareness and adherence to all safety policies and guidelines. Work must be performed in a safe manner for personal protection and for the protection of other team members. All safety procedures, procedures described in SOPs, BPRs, and support the compliance of applicable ISO standards in all functional areas must be followed, enforced, and strictly complied with.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Position requires the ability to sit for a minimum of 6 hours per day; stand, walk, bend over and reach above head less than an hour a day; minimal lifting or carrying of 50 pounds occasionally and repetitive use of hands/arms for writing and computer work. Position requires the ability to climb ladders and be at high levels

Responsibilities:

Develop instrument index, I/O list, instrument data sheets, etc. using an instrument database or similar tool

Assist in selection of instrumentation for process control applications

Assist in performing instrument sizing calculations for valves, flowmeters, etc.

Assist Process Engineers and other disciplines with P&ID development

Develop Control System Network drawings

Develop or modify PLC/HMI or DCS applications as required

Coordinate with other disciplines to locate control panels and ensure appropriate control power and utilities are provided for I&C devices and panels

Provide I&C and automation feedback for the control requirements of process and mechanical equipment

Develop I&C and automation construction specifications as required

Manage projects from start to finish to provide support to the maintenance E/I department with training, project documentation, and drawing

Mentor E&I Technician, Automation Specialist, Control Technicians, and Maintenance contractors onsite as required

Work with OEM and engineering firms to create control panels drawings, and review for accuracy and specification requirements

Perform maintenance and upgrades on existing control systems industrial communication networks

Develop and/or modify PLC/HMI or DCS applications as required

On call duty on a rotating basis for automation issues

Other duties as assigned