(Packaging) Process Control Engineer

The Process Control Engineer will report directly to the E/I Engineering Manager. This position serves as a point position for all facets of day-to-day process control support. 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 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 weekend call duty.
  
• Both review and create the following types of documentation for new and existing systems: loop sheets, motor elementaries, and logic.
  
• Monitor control system reliability and process variability, and take steps to eliminate any shortcomings.
  

Requirements

BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE:

• Configuration and troubleshooting experience with DCS and PLC systems, including their connected HMI displays (DeltaV DCS, Provox DCS, and Control Logix PLC experience are beneficial)
  
• Ability to create and review DCS and PLC documentation, including loop sheets, motor elementaries, 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 (Electrical or Chemical)
  
• 5-10 years experience in an industrial maintenance organization. Heavy 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
  

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent troubleshooting/problem solving techniques
  
• Driven towards continuous improvement in process and control system reliability
  
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written)
  
• Ability to provide technical guidance to less experienced personnel
  
• Technical learning / Learning on the fly technically agile with a desire to learn new skills
  

Benefits