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Controls Engineer

Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated
United States, Virginia, Sandston
Oct 23, 2026
Requisition ID: 269666 Locations: Sandston Pay Range: $73,000 - $107,000, depending on experience Rate Frequency: Salaried Schedule: Typical schedule for this role falls to 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM with flexibility sometimes required based on ongoing project requirements. Click here to experience a Day in the Life of our Teammates! Job Overview The Controls Engineer is responsible for directing and providing strategic controls implementation guidance to CCCI Manufacturing and Warehouse departments. This position establishes and implements CCCI standardized best engineering controls practices and processes that ensure optimal machine performance and overall line efficiency and productivity improvements; ensures controls programming practices are consistent from location to location; supervises the identification, evaluation, and selective implementation of control solutions. TheControls Engineer is also responsible for overseeing multiple sites and leading the Company-wide effort to explore, define, and implement new control practices and control processes within all areas related to automated Manufacturing and Warehousing Systems. Duties & Responsibilities Serves as both a technical expert and a leader within the Company and leads by influence and expertise Develops high-level control strategies for all automated equipment in our warehouse and manufacturing facilities Develops a control strategy for automated production facility machinery to include all PLC-driven equipment Assists with the design and development of control systems for new equipment and systems Serves as the Company Controls expert and power user and provides guidance to the Director of Engineering, the Senior Director of Manufacturing, Plant Managers, and Vertique Systems Managers Establishes an overarching controls philosophy and logic for all equipment systems within the company by establishing coding rules and controls procedures for specific types of manufacturing cells and documenting these practices to ensure standardization Troubleshoots, tests, and repairs control systems and assists and provides control logic guidance and training to plant Maintenance Managers Supervise,educate, and train plant-level control engineers while maintaining expertise within the Controls Engineer field and shouldstay abreast of new technology, emerging software code, and new equipment Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities High degree of professionalism Thorough knowledge of and a high skill level programming of motion systems, PLCs, and associated Controls systems Knowledge and familiarity with Allen Bradley and RS View a plus Ability to understand and properly influence decisions of senior management Ability to influence decision making of peers Knowledge of controls systems development methodology Detailed and structured thought process Ability to interact and communicate with all levels in the organization Presentation skills Negotiation skills Facilitating skills Advanced PLC programming skills. Leads by accomplishment and example Promotes a good working relationship with supervisors, co-workers, and staff Proactive in nature, actively participates, and is self-motivated Encourages and motivates others Continually demonstrates a level of integrity and professional demeanor in keeping with the company's mission and values Excellent planning and organizational skills Excellent analytical problem-solving skills Clearly communicates complex concepts with all levels of the organization Travel 50% - 70% of the time Minimum Qualifications Associate degree or 2-4 years equivalent related work experience Driver's license required Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree (4 years) Electrical Engineering or Controls experience Continuous flow conveyor style systems experience AB or Rockwell Automation documented training courses or certifications Work Environment Work environments will vary, including noisy and non-temperature-controlled environments or extreme temperatures Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.