Location: West Allis
State:WI
Country:USA

Our purpose points the way
In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity's biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It's how we've gotten so far. And it's how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless.

We're here to better our world with biology.

Join us as our new Automation Project Engineer

This position works under limited direction and is primarily responsible for technical planning, troubleshooting, commissioning and design verification of automation and instrumentation scope in CAPEX projects. This position will work within a Global Engineering organization of approximately 80 people locally and in Denmark, United Sates, Brazil, France and Germany, supporting both local and global business initiatives. The primary focus of the role is in the Americas region with emphasis on fermentation plants in Milwaukee and Madison, Wisconsin.

In this role you'll make an impact by:

• Servingas an electrical and automation resource for CAPEX projects, in areas such as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Servo Drives, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), Human Machine Interface (HMIs) electrical standards, controls system troubleshooting.
• Being a technical lead/expert in aligning automation solutions with Chr. Hansen standards.
• Ensuringand maintaining engineering related documentation in CAPEX project for electrical installations, control panel drawings, wiring diagrams and commissioning protocols.
• Verifying as-built conditions in the field and monitor construction progress to proactively ensure quality of wiring and controls installation in CAPEX projects.
• Coordinatingwith involved suppliers or sub-contractors to ensure interfaces are accurately addressed.
• Contributingto existing plant support at 5-10% of resource load with troubleshooting and technical assistance on an as needed basis.
• Stayingcurrent with new industry developments in engineering techniques, machines, equipment, materials, etc. and incorporates the innovations in the engineering function to the best advantage of the Company.
• Collaborating with other Global Engineering colleagues to develop engineering company standards.
• Followingall Company safety and sanitation regulations and provides engineering recommendations to assist area managers in reducing or eliminating employee's exposure to injuries or illnesses.

To succeed you must hold:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Electronics or Computer/Software Engineering or related field and 3+ years of experience. Preferable to have experience with OEM or Controls Integration company
• Experience in electrical and controls system maintenance & troubleshooting, specifically with PLCs, VFDs, Servos and HMI's. Ability to work with integrator to improve systems or resolve issues.
• Experience with ISA-88 and batch systems
• Experience with ISA-95 networking standards is preferable
• Experience with RSLinx, RSLogix 500/ Studio 5000 Software, and SCADA Software (AVEVA/Factory Talk View).
• Working knowledge of Ethernet IP components and networking.
• Experience troubleshooting: Hydraulics, Valves, Pneumatics, Tooling, Gearboxes, Fanuc Robots, ...etc....
• Innovative, have good technical and mechanical knowledge, and possess excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills
• Experience with cross disciplinary projects (mechanical, process, automation, building)
• Experience within a Food or Processing industry is preferred.
• May require travel up to 20%. Willingness to support international projects is a plus.

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Could our purpose be yours? Then apply today!

Application deadline: April 26, 2024

At Novonesis we commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. We recommend you not to attach a cover letter to your application. Instead, please include a few sentences in your resume/CV about why you are applying. To ensure a fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo in your resume/CV.

Novonesis is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability, or veteran status.

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