MISSION / SUMMARY:The Process Control Engineer will report directly to the Process Control Sr. Manager. This position serves as a point position for all facets of day-to-day process control support in an area of the facility. The successful candidate will have the following responsibilities and qualifications:
JOB FUNCTIONS: Job functions include, but are not limited to the following.
• Support daily and breakdown maintenance activities, especially those related to troubleshooting of DCS, QCS, and PLC systems with their associated I/O systems, HMI displays, and field devices.
• Provide process control engineering and configuration resources for capital projects.
• Support of process control systems after hours and on rotating on call duty.
• Both review and create the following types of documentation for new and existing systems: loop sheets and logic.
• Monitor control system reliability and process variability, and take steps to eliminate any shortcomings.
• Will lead software upgrades to the mill DCS systems.
• Serve as process control advocate working with corporate and local IT groups.
• Role models safe behavior and practices, participates in safety activities.
• Develops and leads preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of network infrastructure that supports the mills DCS hardware and software applications to insure a high level of performance, security, and reliability.
• Assesses overall system health continually through diagnostics and other system tools.
• Reviews spare parts to ensure an adequate number of compatible parts are maintained.
• Develops and documents maintenance/troubleshooting procedures.
BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE:• Configuration and troubleshooting experience with DCS and PLC systems, including their connected HMI displays (Honeywell Experion and TDC3000 DCS, ABB QCS, and Control Logix PLC experience are beneficial)
• Ability to create and review DCS, QCS, and PLC documentation, including P&IDs, loop sheets and logic diagrams
• Ability to support the network and computer systems connected to automatic control systems
EDUCATION / KNOWLEDGE:• BS/BA degree in Computer Science or Engineering, related field or equivalent manufacturing experience
• 8+ years experience in an industrial maintenance organization. Paper industry experience preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of DCS and PLC concepts and application
• Demonstrated leadership
• Demonstrated ability to create and sustain change
• Demonstrated ability to engage a work force
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Proactive problem solver
SCHEDULE DEMANDS:• General schedule is an 8-hour M-F assignment, however, employee must be willing to work alternate schedules occasionally; supporting a 24/7 operations that may include early mornings, nights, and/or weekends and be punctual while doing so. Occasional overnight travel to include flying, driving, riding or by rail.
KEY COMPETENCIES:• Excellent troubleshooting/problem solving techniques
• Driven towards continual improvement in process and control system reliability
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written)
• Ability to mentor, coach, and train less experienced personnel
• Technical learning / Learning on the fly - technically agile with a desire to learn new skills
• Assignments are often self-initiated; self supervisory and influences others.
• Serves as prime consultant and external spokesperson for the organization on highly significant matters relating to policies, programs, capabilities and long-range goals and objectives.
• Good organization and planning skills
• Willingness to work in a team environment
GPI's Benefit Program- Competitive Pay
- 401(k) w/employer matching
- Health & Welfare Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Various Voluntary benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Employee Discount Programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off + 11 paid company holidays each year
Applications accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.