Senior Engineer (Automation) - Belvidere, NJ

dsm-firmenich • Belvidere, NJ • 11h ago

Senior Engineer, Automation

Belvidere, NJ

Onsite

As a Senior Engineer in Automation , you will be responsible for hands-on Automation & Controls supporting a live health and nutrition manufacturing plant, focused on troubleshooting, reliability, and small-to-medium automation improvements. The engineer will work closely with operations, maintenance, and engineering to improve control system performance & sustainability.

At dsm-firmenich people are at the heart of the company. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace.

Key Responsibilities:

Support plant operations by troubleshooting automation, instrumentation, and control issues.

Own small-to-medium automation improvements from concept through implementation.

Improve reliability, standardization, and documentation of control systems.

Work closely with process engineers, maintenance, IT/OT, and operators.

Reduce reliance on external contractors by building in-house capability.

Other duties assigned by Belvidere leadership.

We Bring:

Unique career paths across health, nutrition and beauty - explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen

A chance to impact millions of consumers every day - sustainability embedded in all we do

A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere - from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, you'll work on what's next

Growth that keeps up with you - you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership

A culture that lifts you up - with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on.

A community where your voice matters - it is essential to serve our customers well.

You Bring:

Bachelor's degree in chemical, industrial, mechanical engineering (or related technical discipline) required.

4-8 years of experience in industrial automation or controls engineering.

Strong PLC and/or DCS experience (Emerson DeltaV experience is a plus, but not required)

Comfortable troubleshooting live production systems under real-world constraints

Background in batch or continuous process manufacturing (pharma, chemicals, food, or similar regulated environments preferred)

The salary or hourly wage scale provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant's job-related skills, experience, relevant education, or training, and primary work location. Salary $87,100 - $160,900.

In addition to base salary, we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don't just meet expectations - we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions - every single day. Whether it's fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that's better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you're making a difference, we'll make sure you're growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They're essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Inclusion, Belonging and Equal Opportunity Statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work - and that's exactly the kind of culture we're building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we're serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we're committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds - no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we're here to help - just let us know what you need, and we'll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency Statement

Please note this is a direct search led by dsm-firmenich. We only accept applications from candidates, not from agencies nor subject to agency's fees, percentages or similar.

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