Are you passionate about functional safety, automation, and driving operational excellence in a manufacturing environment?
Job Summary Are you passionate about functional safety, automation, and driving operational excellence in a manufacturing environment?
IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.
At IFF, our Engineering teams play a critical role in ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations. By combining technical expertise, innovation, and operational excellence, we support business growth while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance.
Act as the site focal point for Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) performance, compliance, and lifecycle management.
Lead the design, validation, testing, and periodic verification of SIS in alignment with IEC 61511 standards.
Define, configure, maintain, and improve control system safety interlocks and automation systems.
Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and reliability improvements for instrumentation and control systems.
Contribute to electrical safety programs, including LOTO, energy isolation, arc flash management, and safe work procedures.
Support and lead instrumentation and control activities for capital and continuous improvement projects.
Participate in process safety activities such as HAZOPs, LOPAs, SIL assessments, and risk analyses.
Ensure all control system modifications are managed through the Management of Change (MOC) process.
Collaborate with operations,



maintenance, EHS, project teams, and contractors to ensure safe and efficient operations.
Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Industrial, Electrical, or Electronic Engineering.
Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial environments such as chemical, pharmaceutical, or related industries.
Proven experience with instrumentation and control systems, including DCS and PLC platforms.
Hands-on experience with Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), commissioning, troubleshooting, and safety-critical operations.
Knowledge of electrical safety practices, including arc flash and energy isolation concepts.
Experience with Siemens PCS7 or equivalent distributed control systems.
Familiarity with industrial automation networks, SAP or similar ERP systems, and AutoCAD.
Fluency in English and Spanish.
Demonstrated safety leadership and strong risk awareness in manufacturing environments.
Join a global organization committed to innovation and sustainability.
Collaborate with talented colleagues across engineering, operations, and EHS functions.
Work on impactful projects involving advanced automation and safety systems.
Comprehensive medical coverage for you, with optional coverage for your family.
Benefits Club with exclusive discounts and savings on everyday purchases and vacation packages through a wide network of providers.
Flexible working hours.
We are a general leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy.

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