Control Engineer II

Oil-Dri Corporation of America is a leading manufacturer and supplier of specialty sorbent products for consumer and business-to-business markets that has been voted as a Top 100 workplaces in the Chicago Tribune. Oil-Dri’s products are sold in the pet care, animal health, fluids purification, agricultural, sports field, industrial and automotive markets. Oil-Dri controls millions of tons of specialty mineral reserves, including calcium bentonite, attapulgite, and diatomaceous shale. The company’s mines and manufacturing facilities are located in Georgia, Mississippi, Illinois, and California. Oil-Dri is a family-controlled and operated organization that emphasizes honesty, integrity, and accountability. The company is dedicated to fulfilling its mission to Create Value From Sorbent Minerals.

Relocation is available for qualified candidates.

Role Overview

We’re seeking an onsite Controls Engineer II to lead the design, integration, and improvement of process control systems across our manufacturing operations. This role focuses on increasing efficiency, product quality, and safety through advanced automation and data-driven solutions.

Key Responsibilities

- Design and integrate process controls to enhance productivity and reduce manual input.

- Lead large-scale projects (>$1M) in processing, packaging, and mining environments.

- Utilize Allen Bradley systems and data tools to drive improvements.

- Develop P&IDs, layouts, and project documentation.

- Support operations and maintenance with engineering expertise.

- Manage project budgets, timelines, and cross-functional teams.

- Ensure compliance with safety standards and company procedures.

- Travel up to 20%, with occasional extended stays.

Qualifications

Education:

- BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.

- PMI certification or equivalent experience preferred

Skills & Abilities:

- 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing and process control.

- Strong knowledge of Allen Bradley PLCs, VFDs, HMI, and instrumentation.

- Experience with power distribution (480 VAC), switchgear, VFDs, servos, and instrumentation

- Strong troubleshooting skills using schematics and data analysis

- Advanced math and statistical analysis abilities

- Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills

- Proficient in project management tools, databases, and spreadsheets

- Ability to prioritize tasks, work independently, and adapt to changing demands

Benefits

- 401(k) with 6% match (Fully Vested at 2 Years)

- Annual Incentive Bonus

- Annual Merit increase opportunity

- Employee Stock Purchase Plan

- Paid Holidays

- Paid Parental Leave

- Fitness & Gym Reimbursement

- Employer Contribution - Health, Dental, Vision

Oil-Dri is committed to providing equal opportunity for all teammates and qualified candidates without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, mental or physical disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Accordingly, all employment decisions and personnel actions or programs such as hiring, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, transfers, reductions in workforce, and training, etc. will be consistent with the principle of equal employment opportunity.