Associate Control Systems Engineer

About Ingredion:

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TITLE: Associate Control Systems Engineer

LOCATION: Bedford Park, IL (Argo Plant)

REPORTS TO:  Manager, Control System Engineering
Workplace Type: Onsite

Ingredion is hiring an Associate Control Systems Engineer, which is an Entry-Level position that will work closely with senior engineers and project managers to design, implement, and maintain automation systems using DeltaV and Rockwell platforms to support of plant production, quality, GMP and safety goals.  This role offers an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or early-career professionals to develop their skills in a challenging manufacturing environment. 
 

What you will do:  

• Ensure the instrumentation, control systems, and documentation can support the quality and production goals of the assigned unit(s) in the plant to meet business needs.

• Support the configuration, programming, and troubleshooting of PLCs, HMIs, and distributed control systems.

• Identify and implement improvements of instrumentation/control systems and support effective plant operations.

• Maintain knowledge continuity through specific subject matter expertise in an element of the site control system. 

• Participate in control systems lifecycle planning to ensure continued support and fit for use as they approach obsolescence.

• Develop a professional skillset to enable improved process efficiency and control system reliability.

• Research, evaluate, and recommend emerging technologies that strengthen plant operations and share best practices across teams and facilities. 

Who you are:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering, or other technical discipline.

• Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of stakeholders.

• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Internship or co-op experience in industrial automation or a related field.

• Knowledge of industrial networking and communication protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Modbus).

• Understanding of DeltaV, Rockwell Automation, or microcontroller systems.

• Familiarity with PLC programming languages (e.g., Ladder Logic, Structured Text).

Why Join Ingredion?   

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy: 

• Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success.

• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. 

• Flexible Work Arrangements – We value flexibility to support you both professionally and personally.

• Career Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement.

• Employee Recognition Program – A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally. 

• Employee Discount Program – Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability—mental or physical—marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law (“protected classifications”). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

Ingredion uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey.

Relocation Available:

Yes, Within Country

Pay Range:

$69,800.00-$93,066.67 Annual

This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Incentive Compensation:

As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.

Benefits:

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.