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Automation Engineer

Company:
The Boston Beer Company
Location:
Cincinnati, OH, 45208
Posted:
May 12, 2025
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Description:

We are currently hiring an Automation Engineer in Cincinnati, OH.

The Automation Engineer will be responsible for implementing improvements to automated processes and equipment requested by operations and also supporting capital projects from the design phase to completion.

What You'll Brew:

Implement and document changes for improvement and consistency of automated processes and equipment. This includes:

Change Management

Vendor type support for electrical & programming upgrades

Wonderware/HMI Ownership

Losses (raw material, product, rejects)

Taking responsibility for operating cost savings development, system design, cost value analysis, equipment design specifications, and supervision/management of outside consulting engineering firms and contractors involved in optimization projects.

Ability to be flexible and shift priorities in a constantly changing, fast-paced work environment.

Some travel is required Physical Requirements

All production roles are required to pass a pre-employment physical exam to comply with their specific role requirement(s)

Certain roles may require the use of a respirator and passing the associated fit test

Ability to lift up to 50lbs, sometimes repeatedly

Regular walking and standing for long periods of time (up to 11 hours a day) on concrete, metal and grated surfaces

Responsibilities may require crouching, stepping over, crawling under, bending, twisting, climbing and reaching above head and shoulders repeatedly throughout the day Working Conditions

There is frequent exposure in production environments:

Subject to loud and constant noise

Non-environmentally conditioned spaces which may lead to extreme hot and cold

Operating environment is complex and densely populated with production equipment and forklifts that necessitates high situational awareness

Work overtime as needed which may require 12-hour days, weekends, and holidays

Tolerate summer/winter temperature conditions and hot and cold room environments

Must be able to work in and promote a team oriented and "Safety First" environment. Safely, efficiently and effectively work to attain department and brewery goals and objectives What Ingredients You'll Bring:

Experience

Packaging/Utilities Specific knowledge and experience is highly desired

10+ years combined experience in project engineering and plant engineering in a food or beverage manufacturing environment

Comprehensive understanding and optimization of PLC controls (Allen Bradley highly preferred)

Experience in fast-paced manufacturing environment

Experience with operating and maintenance employee training procedures

Experience with Employee Engagement and High Performance Workplace environments Level: 6

In accordance with pay transparency laws the salary range for this role if hired is $50,500.00 - $106,600.00 annually based on location and the experience level of the candidate. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on individual and company performance.

Some Perks:

Our people are our most important "ingredient." We hire the best talent; and we reward, develop, and retain them too.

In addition to generous healthcare on day one, stock purchase plan, 401k and more, Full Time Boston Beer Coworkers have the following perks available*:

Tuition reimbursement

Fertility/adoption support

Free financial coaching

Health & wellness program and discounts

Professional development & training

Free beer!

*Talk to your recruiter about eligibility

Boston Beer Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to help ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who wish to request accommodation in the job application process can contact for assistance.

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