Senior Engineer - Controls Technician

Date:  May 30, 2025
Location: 

Lexington, KY, US, 40509

Work Location Type:  Remote
Description: 

Why Valvoline Global Operations?
 
At Valvoline Global Operations, we’re proud to be The Original Motor Oil, but we’ve never rested on being first. Founded in 1866, we introduced the world’s first branded motor oil, staking our claim as a pioneer in the automotive and industrial solutions industry. Today, as an affiliate of Aramco, one of the world’s largest integrated energy and chemicals companies, we are driven by innovation and committed to creating sustainable solutions for a better future.

 

With a global presence, we develop future-ready products and provide best-in-class services for our partners around the world. For us, originality isn’t just about where we began; it’s about where we’re headed and how we’ll lead the way. We are originality in motion.

 

Our corporate values—Care, Integrity, Passion, Unity, and Excellence—are at the heart of everything we do. These values define how we operate, how we treat one another, and how we engage with our partners, customers, and the communities we serve. At Valvoline Global, we are united in our commitment to:

 

•    Treating everyone with care.
•    Acting with unwavering integrity.
•    Striving for excellence in all endeavors.
•    Delivering on our commitments with passion.
•    Collaborating as one unified team.

 

When you join Valvoline Global, you’ll become part of a culture that celebrates creativity, innovation, and excellence. Together, we’re shaping the future of automotive and industrial solutions.

Careers for the Driven

Valvoline has a rewarding opportunity as a Senior Engineer - Controls Technician. We whole-heartedly adopt a ‘never idle' mindset. We also know that outstanding service begins and ends with our employees. So, we’re looking for good people to join our team. You bring your skills, talents, and drive. We will give you a great place to work, a competitive salary and benefits, and the resources and support to develop and advance within our global company.

 

The Senior Engineer - Controls Technician responsible for ensuring plants create the best products possible in the most efficient manner by implementing, maintaining, and supporting (24x7) the OT/ICS infrastructure. They are responsible for ensuring all equipment comprising the Industrial Control System are properly maintained and functioning to current safety and cyber security standards by performing basic OT network switch configuration, vlan schema, IP Address assignment, PLC and HMI troubleshooting, installing PLC and IO cards, addressing DCS hardware, performing PLC, DCS, and HMI programming. They support capital projects by providing networking, automation, and process control technical expertise. As they perform these functions, Technicians must also be able to work with other departments and external parties to maintain plant functionality.

 

How You’ll Make an Impact

  • Support OT Network and ICS automation & process control systems of manufacturing plants in North America. Requires demonstrated knowledge of Networking, Vlan, IP Addressing, Switch Configuration, Siemens PCS7, WinCC, Rockwell ControlLogix, SLC, PLC5, FactoryTalk View, and AutoCAD
  • Support capital projects being led by Process, Packaging, and/or plant engineers that have electrical or automation & process control components within their project scopes.
  • Support data collection, I4.0 migrations, OT networks, and cyber security initiatives.
  • Maintain machine safety standards: Lead/Perform Machine Risk Assessments. Ensure machine Controls for safety systems meet Sistema Level D category.  Review new machine documentation to make sure the equipment exceeds Valvoline safety standards.
  • Provide subject matter expertise while assisting third party controls systems support across domestic sites.
  • Develop and maintain 5-year ICS automation & process control equipment plans for remediating obsolescence in N.A. plants
  • Obtain continuous learning and stay abreast of industry trends
  • Other duties and responsibilities as determined by Valvoline from time to time in its sole discretion.
  • Ability to travel up to 60%

 

What You’ll Need

  • 4 Year Technical Degree in Electrical/Electronics Technology, Instrumentation Technology or Mechatronics Technology 
  • Associates of Applied Science in Electrical/Electronics, Instrumentation, or Mechatronics with certified training from Rockwell, Siemens, or Cisco and 4 years of experience may be substituted for the 4 Year Technical Degree.

  • 5 to 8 years’ experience in consumer products controls work and plant support. 
  • Siemens PCS7 with WinCC, Simatic Batch and Route Control
  • Rockwell PLC's and software
  • Industrial Control System Networks, Profinet, Ethernet IP, AS-I, IO Link
  • Safety Controls (Machine safety), SISTEMA
  • Working knowledge of OT Networking, switches, vlans, and IP Addressing
  • Working knowledge of National Electric Code, NFPA70B, NFPA70E, and NFPA79

 

What will set you apart:

  • Cisco Networking experience
  • Rockwell Automation Product Certifications
  • Siemens Product Certifications
  • Project Management Certifications

 

Benefits That Drive Themselves

  • Health insurance plans (medical, dental, vision)
  • HSA and flexible spending accounts
  • 401(k)  
  • Incentive opportunity*
  • Life insurance
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Paid vacation and holidays*
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee discounts
  • Tuition reimbursement*
  • Adoption assistance*

*Terms and conditions apply, and benefits may differ depending on position.

 

 

 

Valvoline Global is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and skills. We strictly prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic.

 

We are committed to ensuring accessibility throughout our recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any stage of the recruitment or selection process, please contact us at:.


•    Email: Valvolineglobalcareers@valvolineglobal.com

 

This contact information is solely for accommodation requests. For inquiries about application status, please use the appropriate channels listed in your application materials.

 

Are You Ready to Make an Impact?

At Valvoline Global, we’re looking for passionate and talented individuals to join our journey of innovation and excellence. Are you ready to shape the future with us? Apply today.


Requisition ID: 1535


Nearest Major Market: Lexington