Process Control Systems Engineer — Manufacturing Operations

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Join Philip Morris USA (PMUSA) in Richmond, VA as a Senior Controls Engineer I supporting Primary Processing at the Richmond Manufacturing Center. Drive stability, capacity, and quality by owning and improving the automation that powers production.

Role at a glance

• Location: Richmond, VA (Richmond Manufacturing Center)
• Function: Primary Processing operations support across maintenance and engineering
• Focus: PLC/HMI development, system reliability, data-driven improvements, and troubleshooting

Core responsibilities

• Provide technical support during normal and off-business hours (including weekends/holidays) to assure processing meets business needs.
• Develop and maintain PLC applications and HMI interfaces.
• Implement control system enhancements that lift process capability and meet demand.
• Analyze process data to assess health and performance; Canary experience desired.
• Plan and execute projects leveraging internal union labor and external resources, adhering to union notification processes.
• Lead reliability workstreams using root cause analysis, predictive maintenance, and failure prevention.
• Apply engineering standards and best practices to projects and daily operations.
• Drive continuous improvement in methods, processes, products, systems, documentation, and equipment.
• Mentor operations and maintenance teams on technical subjects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience with process control systems, instrumentation, sensors, valves, and associated hardware/software (HMIs, historians, digital networks, DCS).
• Experience with any of the following is desirable: Allen-Bradley ControlLogix, FactoryTalk View, Modicon 984 Ladder/Concept/Unity, Canary, InTouch Standalone and System Platform.
• Working knowledge of processing and packaging machinery and project structures; mechanical and electrical background. Knowledge of P&IDs and Loop Sheets preferred.
• Experience in rapid, agile, consumer-driven manufacturing.

Growth and culture

We invest in your leadership potential through training, development, and advancement opportunities. Your ideas are welcomed, growth encouraged, and impact real.

Compensation

The starting salary is based on but not limited to experience, knowledge, and qualifications in determining compensation decisions. The Salary Range for this position is: $91,500.00 - $128,850.00.

Benefits

• Flexible and remote options where possible
• 15 days PTO, 13 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and a 37.5-hour workweek
• Annual merit increases and performance bonus
• 401(k) match from day one; Deferred Profit Sharing of 13%-17% of base salary
• Student loan repayment assistance; professional development stipends
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision
• Paid parental and bonding leave
• Wellness programs and paid volunteer days

At Altria, we offer more than benefits — we offer a career that fits your life, rewards your ambition, and celebrates your impact.

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This position is not eligible for sponsorship.