Process Control Engineer at Automation Technical Resources, LLC

A full-time opportunity is available for a Sr. Process Control Engineer in the Columbus, OH area. In this role the Process Control Engineer develops and maintains control systems (DCS and PLC) for real-time, on-line control of production processes. You will work as a team with operations, maintenance, technical services, environmental, engineering and IT to improve manufacturing efficiencies and quality by applying control system knowledge to minimize variation and reduce costs.  This position provides the opportunity to be hybrid.

Accountabilities

• Maintain control systems by providing required configuration changes and routine system backups and by maintaining the necessary documentation and drawings.
• Work closely with operations, maintenance, and technical service staff by providing control system optimization (e.g., variability reduction, control loop performance monitoring, alarm management), troubleshooting, and technical support.
• Support Engineering in the design, configuration, checkout, training and startup of capital projects.
• Work with facility and contract technicians to accomplish the physical portion of tasks.
• Be a leader in safety and compliance for employees.
• Initiate and enforce all Company systems, policies, and procedures.
• Hold self, team members, and all in the facility accountable for their duties, behaviors, and actions.
• Work with third party service vendors such as ABB.
• Be available during off hours and weekend on-call rotations.
• Initiate and complete tasks with minimal direct supervision.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Paper Science, or equivalent experience. Associates Degree in automation technology or related field will be considered.

• Experience implementing controls in a DeltaV, Provox, Foxboro, or equivalent control system in a pulp and paper operation is desired.
• Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers such as Modicon and ControlLogix is desired.
• Strong interpersonal / customer service skills, with the ability to work collaboratively at all levels within a manufacturing organization.
• Strong English language skills, including ability to clearly express complex issues.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Able to absorb new technology and processes quickly.
• Strong personal computer skills.
• Candidate must be able to work well with others; teamwork is a daily activity.

This position comes with a competitive compensation package and comprehensive health benefits. Continued opportunities for growth, development and career advancement is available.

For consideration, please submit your resume to careers@autotechres.com at Automation Technical Resources LLC. Only candidates in the U.S. not requiring sponsorship will be considered.