Process Controls Engineer

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Position Title :

Process Controls Engineer

Pay Rate : $86,800 $122,000

$86,800 $122,000

PL 12-13

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills, and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.

Variable pay may provide additional opportunities for financial awards. This job is eligible to participate in IP’s short term incentive plan.

Category / Shift : Salaried Full-Time

Salaried Full-Time

Physical Location : 801 42nd ST

801 42nd ST

Springfield, OR 97478

The Job You Will Perform :

The Process Control Engineer is an integral position in the maintenance and engineering organization in the maintenance and engineering organization, reporting directly to the Process Controls Manager.

The Process Controls Engineer will work closely with a variety of different functional groups throughout the mill including : operations, maintenance, reliability, capital engineering, manufacturing excellence, and management.

This position will have on call responsibilities and report directly to the Engineering Manager.

This position is responsible for :

• Ownership, administration, design, and maintenance of critical mill control systems, networks, assets, communication, and equipment including DCSs, PLCs, HMIs, Drives, serial networks, and networked Windows systems
• Ownership, administration, monitoring, and maintenance of control systems’ security, back-ups, and recovery schemes
• Designing and implementing process control strategies to support new and existing processes responsible for process efficiency improvements and optimization, process variability reduction, compliance with environmental and safety requirements, and equipment / process reliability.
• Optimization of mill processes via subsystem balancing, supervisory controls, loop tuning, etc.
• Repairing, or assisting in the repair of, both operational and functional Control System related problems
• Supporting the training of operators and maintenance personnel on control or system functionality
• Promoting the business continuity of process control systems through documentation, training, and management-of-change
• Assisting with and / or acting as a project manager for capital improvement projects including the design, selection, and approval of both automation hardware and software
• Assisting with management of vendors and contractors on-site, including representing the company as an on-site Contract Coordinator
• Assisting with Root Cause Failure Analyses (RCFAs)
• Sharing responsibility for providing weekend and off-hour support for all Process Control and mill electrical and instrumentation needs
• Key customers include plant operators and supervisors, technical and business groups, and maintenance employees.
• Support training of operators and maintenance personnel on new control functions.
• Assist technical groups with process improvement activities.
• Assist in process / maintenance troubleshooting activities and RCFA investigations.
• Other duties as assigned

The Skills You Will Bring :

Key Competencies Include :

• Action Oriented
• Timely Decision Making and Decision Quality
• Drive for Results
• Functional / Technical Skills
• Customer Focus
• Listening and Interpersonal Savvy
• Dealing with Ambiguity
• Priority Setting
• Problem Solving

Qualifications include :

• 5+ years’ experience as a process control engineer is highly preferred.
• Process knowledge in Pulp and Paper manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Experience in other manufacturing / engineering positions will be considered.
• The successful candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to safe work practices and safety leadership, as well as effective facilitation, project execution, and follow-up and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills are required.
• Proficient to advanced skills and knowledge with MS Office and Network Applications is required.
• Experience with the following infrastructure and programming : Foxboro I / A, Allen Bradley PLC, Honeywell TDC3000, Honeywell Experion, ABB 800xA, GE Mark-IV, and ABB DriveComposer
• Experience with OPCDA, OPCUA, Modbus, and AIM*API protocols
• Experience using and developing P&ID, loop sheets, wiring diagrams, and strategy narratives.
• Networking certifications (Network+, Cisco CCNA, IMINS, etc.)
• Cybersecurity Certifications (Security+, IEC62443, CISSP, etc.)

The Benefits You Will Enjoy :

• Paid time off including Vacation and Holidays
• Retirement, and 401k Matching Program
• Medical & Dental
• Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)
• Life & Disability Insurance

The Career You Will Build :

• Leadership training
• Promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make :

We continue to build a better future for people, the plant, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years.

Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP .

The Culture You Will Experience :

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and have the opportunity to opt into Employee Networking Circles such as IPVets, IPride, Women in IP, and the African American ENC.

We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join :

International Paper (NYSE : IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness.

Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and / or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasonable.

[email protected] or (877) 973-3919.

Springfield OR 97478