Senior Process Controls Engineer at Disher

Senior Process Controls Engineer Grand Rapids MichiganDISHER is currently partnering with a leader in food stabilization in Grand Rapids MI to fill their Senior Process Controls Engineer position. This role is ideal for someone who understands complex continuous-flow process environments and can translate system behavior into stable reliable and scalable control solutions.What its like to work here:This small machine design company is committed to reducing waste and improving the planet through transforming underused resources into nutritious profitable materials. They have a strong commitment to their company values: Selflessly Serve Trail-Blaze Direct Honesty Never Settle Work Hard Play Hard. All team members are driven by their desire to serve others and create a more sustainable way of living. What you will get to do: Design develop and maintain PLC/HMI programs for continuous-process systemsIntegrate flow meters pressure sensors temperature probes valves VFDs and proportional control devices into stable control architecturesConfigure and tune PID and advanced feedback loops for optimal performance under varying load pressure and temperature conditionsDesign and create full electrical schematics panel layouts field wiring diagrams and bills of material using standard drafting toolsProvide guidance through panel builds electrical assembly device checkout and field wiring verificationCollaborate with mechanical process and electrical engineering to ensure controls logic aligns with physical system behaviorParticipate in system commissioning field testing troubleshooting and optimization across customer sitesGenerate documentation including control narratives functional specifications IO lists and safety logicSupport root-cause analysis and continuous improvement initiativesEnsure compliance with safety regulatory and industry standardsWhat will make you successful: Minimum 10 years of professional controls engineering experienceStrong background with PLC/HMI development testing commissioning and troubleshootingBackground in process-driven environments such as brewing food & beverage chemicals wastewater renewable energy or similar (strongly preferred but not strictly required)Experience designing or tuning control loops PID strategies flow/pressure control proportional actuation thermal or mass-transfer systemsAbility to work through open-ended problems with incomplete requirements and build robust control logic that reflects real-world physicsAbility to travel to customer sites as neededBeing a strong communicator who can simplify technical concepts across disciplinesMust have the current and continuing right to work in the United States of AmericaWe may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.Required Experience:Senior IC Key Skills Distributed Control Systems,Continuous Improvement,Process Improvement,Minitab,Root cause Analysis,Tooling,Statistical Software,Process Engineering,cGMP,Programmable Logic Controllers,Public Speaking,Manufacturing Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1