RTS Controls Engineer Role

Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Location: Memphis, TN

About Riviana Foods Inc.

Riviana Foods Inc. is a world class leader in the rice sector and is America’s largest processor, marketer, and distributor of branded and private label rice products. Riviana brands are well known for their quality and excellence. Key brands include Adolphus®, Blue Ribbon®, Colusa Rose®, Carolina®, Comet®, Gourmet House®, Mahatma®, Minute®, River®, RiceSelect®, Sello Rojo®, Success® and Water Maid®. Riviana Foods is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ebro Foods, S.A., a multinational food group operating in the rice, pasta and sauces sectors. Based in Spain, Ebro Foods has commercial and/or industrial presence in more than 25 countries in Europe, North America, Asia and Africa, through its extensive network of subsidiaries and brands. Our global reach is an important factor in Riviana's success.  As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ebro Foods, S.A., the world leader in rice sector, we take a world view of the rice business and draw upon the global resources of our parent company.
 

About the Role
The Controls Engineer supports the RTS Operation by designing, maintaining, troubleshooting and modifying the automation infrastructure, the logic controllers in the machinery with their respective field transducer and actuators and all the associated control and monitoring software. The Controls Engineer also performs routine to difficult engineering assignments, which require knowledge and skills in electronics, electricity, automation equipment and structured programming languages. The Controls Engineer also provides support to the Maintenance Supervisors and Mechanics while troubleshooting equipment.

What You’ll Do

• Designing, implementing, and supporting MES, PLC, HMI, and SCADA software for control systems and equipment.
• Designing, implementing, and supporting electrical hardware systems.
• Understanding manufacturing processes and process instrumentation.
• Investigating and solving complex problems related to the RTS Operation.
• Demonstrating solid rapport with Operators, Mechanics, and Supervisors.
• Addressing on-call requests as needed.
• Being a self-starter that can work both independently and in team-based project environments.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with operations by participating in planning meetings to ensure open communication while supporting plant production goals.
• May utilize information from vendor prints, catalogs, technical manuals, etc. to do engineering work.
• Mentors/trains less experienced mechanics and uses time efficiently.
• Performs automation/controls programming and engineering functions in accordance with accepted practices and company standards.
• Provides advanced troubleshooting on existing PLC/HMI programming.
• Modify existing or create new PLC and HMI programming for small to medium sized projects and/or upgrades.
• Investigates equipment performance and identifies any problems for corrective actions and solutions.
• Works closely with all internal team members to identify issues and implement improvements.
• Serves as the primary resource for resolving electrical issues involving controls operation and safety.
• Provides engineering support to corrective actions and deviations by identifying root cause and offering solutions.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering discipline. Electrical engineering or Automation Software Engineering preferred.
• 5+ years of experience with a Technical or Management Degree or 3 years in a similar position.
• Knowledge of programing software: RSLOGIX 5000, STUDIO 5000, Factory Talk Studio.
• Experience with computer networks (OSI Model, Routers, Switches, IP Addresses, etc)
• Programming languages dominium (Python, C, VB) and databases (SQL query language).
• Knowledge of manufacturing operations, processes, and customer base.
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Strong communication skills across functional lines, at all levels, and in presentations and conducting meetings.
• Ability to manage and lead in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to perform effectively in high stress, emergency, and crisis situations.
• Ability to plan, organize, and excellent time management skills.
• Ability to set priorities and execute multiple assignments in a timely manner.
• Ability to solve problems through creative, innovative solutions.
• Ability to build consensus and foster positive relationships.
• Ability to learn and apply Riviana GMP’s, Quality and Safety standards.
• Focuses on meeting or exceeding goals. Achieves superior performance by setting clear goals and expectations, tracking progress against goals, ensuring feedback, and addressing performance problems and issues promptly.
• Works cooperatively with others as a team to achieve goals. Enables other groups to work as a cohesive team.
• Initiates, supports, and implements changes that lead to continual improvement of performance.
• Clearly conveys information, on time, to those who need it, so that the audience understands and retains it. Actively listens to ensure own understanding.
• Ensures work and information are complete, accurate, and meet all specified standards.
• Demonstrates concern that one be perceived as responsible, reliable, and trustworthy.
• Identifies what needs to be done and does it before being asked or required to.
• Gains others’ support for ideas, implementing solutions, and achieving goals.
• Uses a logical, systematic approach to resolve problems.
• Plans, makes decisions, and takes actions that support a long-range goal or vision that supports the company’s competitive position.
• Decisions and actions align with the company’s profit strategy.

Working Condition
The physical requirements listed below represent those necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of this role:

• Splits time between an office environment and plant areas.
• Regular exposure to loud noises, vibrations, and running machinery when on the production floor.
• May work in areas with varying temperatures, including warm process areas, outdoor structures, or cooler storage spaces.
• Occasional exposure to dust, fumes, or chemical odors, depending on the plant’s processes.
• Must be able to walk long distances, climb stairs or ladders occasionally, and navigate around equipment.
• Required to wear appropriate PPE (e.g., safety glasses, steel‑toe boots, ear protection, hard hat) when entering plant areas.
• Requires strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Riviana Foods Inc. is a world class leader in the rice sector and is America’s largest processor, marketer, and distributor of branded and private label rice products. Riviana brands are well known for their quality and excellence. Key brands include Adolphus®, Blue Ribbon®, Colusa Rose®, Carolina®, Comet®, Gourmet House®, Mahatma®, Minute®, River®, RiceSelect®, Sello Rojo®, Success® and Water Maid®. Riviana Foods is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ebro Foods, S.A., a multinational food group operating in the rice, pasta and sauces sectors. Based in Spain, Ebro Foods has commercial and/or industrial presence in more than 25 countries in Europe, North America, Asia and Africa, through its extensive network of subsidiaries and brands.

Our global reach is an important factor in Riviana's success.  As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ebro Foods, S.A., the world leader in rice sector, we take a world view of the rice business and draw upon the global resources of our parent company.