Senior Control Systems Engineer

About Ingredion:

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Title: Senior Controls Engineer

Location: Indianapolis, IN
Reports To: Manager Process Engineering

Workplace Type: Onsite

Ingredion is hiring a Senior Controls Systems Engineer who will be responsable to maintain instrumentation and control systems in support of plant production, quality, GMP and safety goals.  Designing and implementing changes to the instrumentation and control systems in the plant in support of business-approved projects and permits.

What you will do:

• Ensure the instrumentation, control systems, and documentation (and validation or PSM where required) are capable of supporting the quality and production goals of the assigned unit in the plant to meet business needs. 
• Manage systems, service contracts or software licenses as directed to maintain the overall instrumentation and control systems. 
• Design and implement assigned changes to instrumentation and control systems.
• Maintain and implement changes to the plant instrumentation/control systems. 
• Participate in control systems lifecycle planning to ensure instrumentation and control systems are supportable and fit for use as they approach obsolescence.
• Manage permits/projects as required by business needs within approved cost, schedule, safety and scope criteria.
• Comply with Safety and Health programs.
• Document to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and protection of the workforce and equipment. 
• Evaluate opportunities for improving plant automation, information systems, to present for management review.
• Maintain and improve skills required to ensure safe and efficient operation of instrumentation and control equipment.
• Acquire knowledge of new technologies and applications that may be beneficial to the business.  Share knowledge and provide assistance within the group, with other plants and any other customers within the organization.
• Manage the activities of maintenance, contractors, operations and engineers when implementing changes to instrumentation and control systems or responding to problems with the instrumentation and control systems. 
• Train maintenance, contractors, operations, and engineers where appropriate to minimize downtime of instrumentation and control systems.

Who you are:

• College degree in related field with experience in the process and process controls area, or equivalent work experience required.
• Detailed knowledge of and significant experience with the plant process control systems in more than one of the following control systems: Allen Bradley PLCs, Provox DCS, Foxboro I/A DCS, Aspen IP.21, Intellution HMI.
• Demonstrated knowledge of measurement transmitter and control valve theory of operation, application, selection, specification, and installation.
• Demonstrated knowledge of analog control theory, configuration, and tuning
• Experience with project management techniques.

Why Join Ingredion?   

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy: 

• Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success.
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. 
• Flexible Work Arrangements – We value flexibility to support you both professionally and personally.
• Career Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Recognition Program – A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally. 
• Employee Discount Program – Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability—mental or physical—marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law (“protected classifications”). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

Ingredion uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey.

Relocation Available:

Yes, Within Region

Pay Range:

$102,100.00-$136,166.67 Annual

This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Incentive Compensation:

As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.

Benefits:

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.