Control Systems Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: Control systems engineer Location: Homestead, Florida

Reports to: Process Control & Automation Manager

Classification: ☒Exempt ☐ Non-exempt

At Atlantic Sapphire, we are re-imagining and implementing the most innovative and scalable approach to producing protein. Our salmon is raised in a revolutionary Bluehouse™ – the equivalent of a Greenhouse where fish are given ideal conditions to thrive. When joining Atlantic Sapphire, you are not only working in a company that cares about people’s health and well-being, but also for the health of our planet. We are a team committed to our fish, planet, and people. Our culture is fast-paced, courageous, innovative, diverse, team-based and driven to build a common goal. Blue Is the New Green! www.atlanticsapphire.com

Job Summary Designs, programs, optimizes and troubleshoots PLC/SCADA control systems to improve reliability, automation performance, and data visibility. Supports operations with advanced troubleshooting, instrumentation, documentation, and technical leadership

Job Description

Core areas of responsibility are:

• Ensure all activities are performed in compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations, permit requirements, and applicable SOPs.
• Support electrical team in troubleshooting electrical components related to the control system
• Drive development and optimization of existing industrial automation processes to further support day-to-day operations.
• Perform updates in compliance with applicable modification process SOP.
• Analyze process data and control system performance to drive optimization.
• Historian configuration and analytics involvement (e.g., Ignition tag history, SQL queries)
• Identifying automation opportunities to reduce downtime and improve process performance and stability
• Author and Update documentation on automation processes including written content.
• Creating control narratives, PIDs, functional specifications, and sequence of operations
• Design automation strategies for new processes and equipment
• Integration of new processes to existing control architectures including system commissioning
• Coordinate and collaborate with planner and scheduler, operations, technical services, infrastructure team, supply chain and warehouse to ensure seamless site performance
• PLC Programming (i.e., ladder logic, function blocks and/or structured text) within primarily:
• Allen-Bradley Studio 5000
• Wago e!COCKPIT
• Siemens SIMATIC STEP 7
• Develop and adhere to programming and naming conventions standards.
• Develop, troubleshooting and updates of controls and dashboards in Inductive Automation Ignition Perspective SCADA
• Design and implement standardized data collection structures across PLCs, SCADA system to SQL servers.
• Read and understand schematics, blueprints, and other technical documents for design and troubleshooting of systems.
• Digital / Serial / Analog 4-20 mA loop device knowledge and troubleshooting.
• Set up, calibrate, and troubleshoot process instrumentation (i.e., pressure transmitters, level transmitters, flow meters, temperature sensors).
• Understand and troubleshoot communication Protocols: Modbus, RTU/TCP, EtherNet/IP, TCP/IP, BACnet, OPC.Ensure sufficient stock of materials and spare parts for the standard operation of the farm 24/7.

Key deliverables

• Reliable PLC/SCADA System Performance - Maintain and improve control systems through high-quality PLC programming, SCADA development, and robust troubleshooting.
• Automation Improvements & Process Optimization - Identify, design, and implement automation enhancements that increase uptime, stability, and operational efficiency.
• Cross-Functional Coordination - Work collaboratively with operations, maintenance, planning/scheduling, technical services, and infrastructure teams to support smooth site operations.
• Compliance & Change Control - Execute all automation modifications in alignment with environmental and safety requirements and follow applicable change-management SOPs.
• Engineering Documentation - Produce and maintain control narratives, functional specifications, sequences of operation, drawings, and as-built updates for all automation changes.
• Technical Support & Troubleshooting - Provide timely support for electrical and operational issues involving control systems, communication protocols, and instrumentation.
• Standardized Data Infrastructure - Build and maintain consistent data collection frameworks, historian configurations, and SQL-based structures to enhance data visibility and accuracy.

Skills, competences, and knowledge to perform the work

• Degree in relevant field such as electrical/electronic/mechatronic engineering
• More than 5 years’ experience in the automation field.
• Willingness to collaborate with team members.
• Ability to work in complex multi-tasking environments.
• Constant desire to learn and grow.
• PLC Programming experience in the following platforms preferred: (i.e., ladder logic, function blocks and/or structured text):
• Allen-Bradley Studio 5000
• Wago e!COCKPIT
• Siemens SIMATIC STEP 7
• Experience working in Inductive Automation Ignition Perspective preferred.
• OT network architecture understanding (VLANs, firewalls, segmentation)
• Experience with the following communication protocols: Modbus (RTU and TCP), EtherNet/IP, TCP/IP, BACnet, OPC-UA.
• Basic working knowledge of pneumatic and fluid control systems.
• Experience working with low voltage in the field.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, such as but limited to, lifting - up to 50 lbs., climbing ladders and stairs, standing for prolonged periods of time, crawling etc...
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Needs to be a motivated self-starter who can manage projects and make educated decisions.

Work Environment This job operates in a combined office and farm/production, construction environment, in a 24/7 fish farm operation. Schedule

• Standard Shift Monday through Friday 8am to 5:00 pm (after hours work is sometimes necessary and should be expected)

Physical Demands ☒ Climbing ☒ Kneeling and Crawling ☒ Reaching. Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. ☒ Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. ☒ Walking ☒ Pushing. Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward. ☒ Lifting ☐ Repetitive motion. ☐ International and National overnight travel ☐ Travel 25% of time

2. The physical requirements of this position. (Please check only one) ☐ Sedentary work and up to 10 pounds of force/lifting ☐ Light work. Up to 20 pounds of force/lifting ☐ Medium work. Up to 30 pounds of force/lifting ☒ Heavy work. More than 30 pounds of force/lifting

Atlantic Sapphire is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to create and inclusive environment for all employees. We will extend equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, religion, color, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, familial status, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.