Process Control Engineer

The position is located in Jackson, TN

Your Job

This position supports PLC systems in the Converting department and will be responsible for designing and implementing control improvements while working with others to maintain and troubleshoot the mill’s control systems.

We are looking for an individual who will assist with developing process control systems that will allow Jackson to advance its current process systems to new levels of technology to support advanced manufacturing.

The ideal candidate will have a strong desire to promote mill and company safety culture as a value while working on improving our processes in the operational, mechanical, and electrical fields.

If you are someone who is a self-starter and works well under minimal supervision in a team environment, then this may be the right role for you!

Our Team

Georgia Pacific is seeking a Process Control Engineer to join our team at the Jackson, TN Plant who can be a technical subject matter expert for Process Control systems at our facility.

The desired candidate must also be passionate about mentoring and demonstrate economic thinking & problem-solving skills.

A Day in The Life Typically Includes :

Be involved in the controls and automation design, implementation, and support of hardware and software systems for mill process equipment i.

e. Rockwell Control Systems.

• Implement, design, and configure advance process control strategies. Maintain functional design specifications for process control systems.
• Support process operations by troubleshooting installed systems to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of these systems.
• Act as a project resource in installation of new instrumentation or control / automation systems.
• Partner with corporate teams to implement new technologies that support advanced manufacturing.
• Support of the mill safety program both personally and through observation.
• Work closely with mill personnel to identify opportunities and solve problems.

What You Will Need :

Basic Qualifications :

• At least 3 years of demonstrated experience in Industrial Maintenance / Automation or manufacturing.
• PLC programming experience 3+ years. (Rockwell platform preferred)
• Experience with Allen Bradely FactoryTalk platform
• Ability to troubleshoot and configure AB Drives.
• Familiarity with reading basic electrical schematics and network diagrams.
• Read, interpret, and develop control documentation and schematics.
• Knowledge of standard MS office suite

What Will Put You Ahead?

Preferred Qualifications :

• Experience in the Pulp and Paper Industry
• Demonstrated knowledge of Rockwell FactoryTalk View SE and ME.
• Microsoft server and SQL knowledge
• Experience with troubleshooting and programming Fanuc industrial robots
• Experience in project support - scope and estimate development, cost control, and schedule adherence.
• Cyber Security
• Experience mentoring and developing Junior Engineers
• Information Technology experience
• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most.

Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation / time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance.

Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region.

If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.