Come join the skilled team at Sensient Technologies. We are collaborative and
hard working. We solve tough problems. And we will be better with you.

We are seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to join our team and play a
key role in supporting and improving our facility’s automation and electrical
systems. In this position, you will be responsible for controls programming,
process development and optimization, power system design, electrical drawings
and schematics, project engineering, and equipment troubleshooting. You will
collaborate closely with process engineers, internal electricians, and external
contractors to support projects and maintain reliable operations. This role will
also involve regular time on the facility floor, providing hands-on support
while developing a thorough understanding of the site’s infrastructure,
processes, equipment, and layout. The Automation Engineer will work
cross-functionally and report directly to the appropriate team leadership.

What you’ll do:

* Develop, program, maintain, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI systems.
* Design, update,



and maintain electrical schematics, diagrams, and
documentation.
* Support AC/DC motors, power distribution, and site electrical infrastructure.
* Partner with Maintenance and Engineering on controls modernization, equipment
migrations, and project execution.
* Troubleshoot electrical, electronic, controls, and robotic systems, including
root cause analysis and corrective actions.
* Research and implement new technologies to modernize and improve industrial
electrical, controls, and robotic systems.
* Maintain Arc-Flash models and ensure systems and projects align with
applicable NEC, IEEE, and NEMA standards.

What you’ll Bring

* Proven experience in electrical engineering within manufacturing or
industrial processing environments, with a strong understanding of NFPA 70
(National Electrical Code) requirements.
* Demonstrated experience with Siemens and/or Allen-Bradley PLCs, including
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📌 Sr. Automation Engineer (Colonia Buena Vista)
🏢 Sensient
📍 Colonia Buena Vista