Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

Location: Sealy, TX, us

Company Description

With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries. 

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world, produces in over 400 factories, and develops innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation industries toward greater environmental compatibility. Approximately 33,000 employees generated CHF 11.20 billion in sales in 2025. 

Job Description

Sika is looking for an experienced Instrumentation and Controls Engineer to join it's growing team in Sealy, TX for Roofing Operations. The Instrumentation and Controls Engineer is responsible for the maintenance, implementation, and modifications of all software-controlled PLC/equipment interfaces, data collection as well as the support of other standard electrical instruments and controls involved in the plant operations.

• Improvement of plant efficiency, reliability, and repeatability
• Support and Monitoring of extrusion coating lines, mixing plants, and winder software/PLC interface systems
• Maintain all process data collection from the shop floor network utilizing plc’s that feed the MES interface to the SAP system
• Implementation of plant wide communications/monitoring for Manufacturing Management
• Networking of plant wide raw material monitoring for manufacturing planning and inventory
• Development of 24 hour/day support for M61 extrusion coating line (PLC Controlled production line)

Qualifications

• Mechanical / Electrical Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of Rockwell Contrologix Software is required, Siemens is a plus
• Knowledge of Rockwell FactoryTalk View and Wonderware
• 2 years minimum related work experience in a related field
• Control System design and modifications, equipment design and manufacturing, plant network design and support

• Experience in PLC programming, and HMI development

Additional Information

• 401k with Generous Company Match
• Bonuses
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Paid Parental Leave 
• Life Insurance 
• Disability Insurance 
• Paid time off, Paid holidays 
• Floating holidays + Paid Volunteer Time 
• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
• Education Assistance 
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program & More!

Sika fosters a culture of entrepreneurship, empowering each individual to make decisions, learn from experiences, and shape their own career path. The safety and well-being of employees are top priorities at Sika, with a strong commitment to open communication and maintaining a safe workplace. In addition, Sika actively contributes to the community and promotes sustainability by giving back, minimizing environmental impact, and embracing social responsibility. 

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.