Automation Engineer
Lhoist Group
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Job summary
Lhoist North America is seeking an Automation Engineer to develop, maintain, and support process networks and control systems at the Apex Plant and other sites. The role covers data acquisition, storage, MES integration, and reporting tools, ensuring safety and efficiency across operations.
You will troubleshoot instrumentation, optimize control settings, and collaborate with Production, Maintenance, and Engineering teams.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Automation or a related field.
- Minimum 5+ years of industrial experience in process controls/automation design, operation, and maintenance.
- Strong knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems and data reporting.
Responsibilities
- Support Process Control and Automation Systems at plant sites.
- Troubleshoot and fix instrumentation or control system problems to keep production running.
- Program and maintain systems like VMIs, PLCs, HMIs, and network devices.
- Manage engineering data acquisition, cleaning, transformation, storage, security, and reporting.
- Follow LNA standards and update network diagrams as needed.
Skills
Education
Tools
Job description
At Lhoist North America, our core values of Respect, Courage, and Integrity are more than words. We respect people, encourage courageous innovation, and uphold integrity in everything we do. If these principles resonate with you, you may find your next great opportunity with us. We believe our people make the difference. That’s why we invest in talent by offering meaningful opportunities to grow your skills, expand your knowledge, and pursue your interests. Our work environment prioritizes safety, fosters collaboration across teams, and embraces inclusion. Here, you’ll be challenged to grow, and you’ll be supported throughout your career journey. Join us and help shape the future of Lhoist North America.
The Automation Engineer is responsible for developing, maintaining and supporting process network and control systems for the Lhoist Apex Plant (mining and manufacturing) and similar systems across multiple Lhoist production sites. The Automation Engineer troubleshoots and solves on site instrumentation, process control and network system problems. The Automation Engineer provides technical support for data engineering and reporting, from data acquisition to storage and MES systems, and developing reporting tools.
- Support Process Control and Automation Systems at plant sites.
- Provide Automation support to LNA sites to ensure equipment safety, network security and operational efficiencies.
- Work with other teams (Production, Maintenance, Engineering) to accurately understand problems and priorities and collaborate on solutions.
- Troubleshoot and fix problems fast when instruments or control systems stop working to keep production running.
- Improve processes by making changes to control settings or automation to save time, reduce waste, and improve quality.
- Program and maintain systems like VMIs, PLCs, HMIs, Network Switches to control equipment and monitor performance.
- Manage engineering data, including acquisition, cleaning, transformation, storage, security, data visualization and reporting.
- Follow LNA standards and best practices for automation systems.
- Maintain up-to-date network architecture diagrams.
- Support the implementation of plant process networks and automation upgrades and improvement projects.
- Support and programming of Wonderware Intouch, Wonderware Historian, Rockwell PlantPAx and Factory Talk View SE systems at the plants.
- Program, configure and setup, Allen Bradley 750 series drives, SMC Flex soft starts, E3 plus and E300 overloads.
- Set up maintenance, calibration and interconnectivity of precision instruments, meters, analyzers, scanners and other control/monitoring devices.
- Advance Knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC software including PLC5, SLC 500, RSLogic 5000, GE PLC’s, and Modicon PLC’s.
- Advance Knowledge of Ladder Logic, Function Block, Structured Text, Control Loop along with associated Digital and Analog I/O and all other PLC hardware.
- Advance knowledge of HMI and SCADA systems including PlantPAx, Factory Talk View SE, Factory Talk Historian, Factory Talk Vision, Transaction Manager, ViewPoint, Wonderware Intouch, Wonderware Historian, and OSPI Vision.
- Knowledge of OT Networking including different network topologies, fiber installation best practices, Cisco and AB Stratix switch configurations.
- Knowledge of server-based systems using Server 2016, Server 2019 including experience with VMWare, Virtual servers, and VCenter.
- Experience with ACAD, MSSQL and other Microsoft Application Software.
- Industrial plant operations including mechanical, electrical and automation knowledge in low current and AC/DC systems.
- Ability to analyze problems, learn how devices work, determine root causes, implement solutions safely, effectively and document work performed.
- Interpret complex technical/electrical solutions into plain-English knowledgebase articles and how-to guides for local plant maintenance personnel.
- Teamwork through communicating with other engineers, production and management personnel to develop an expert level of understanding.
- Eagerness to self-develop and expand personal knowledge in automation systems such as emerging PLC technologies, Industrial Cybersecurity, Virtualization, Augmented Reality, Big Data Integration / Historian Systems and IIoT (Industry 4.0).
Physical Demands include, but are not limited to: Ability to travel 10% to sites within US/Canada Will be working in both an office environment and in a mining process environment. The employee will be required to perform the following actions (from time to time), standing, walking, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, seeing, hearing and sitting. Must be physically able to perform work assigned and capable of accessing all plant locations, which could include heights, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, and accessing tunnels. Will require periodic travel to each of the regional locations as needed. Must be physically able to perform work assigned. Must respond to and address callouts/emergencies after regular business hours in the event of production down scenarios. Tolerate working outside in adverse weather conditions as well as exposure to extreme high or low temperatures, noise, and dust. Access all areas within a site which could include heights of 120 feet, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, working on floating barges, and accessing tunnels. Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Minimum 5+ years’ industrial experience in process controls/automation system design, operation and maintenance.
In a mining or lime/cement/minerals manufacturing environment.
Bachelor’s Degree in Automation Engineering or alternatively Electrical, Process Control, Mechatronic or Industrial Engineering degree with major or Master qualifications in Automation
Bachelor of Science in Automation Engineering (B.S.E)
Lhoist North America is proud to offer a highly competitive compensation package designed to support your well-being and future.
- comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with paid vacation and sick time.
- an attractive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a generous Employer Match as well as a Supplemental Contribution based on your Years of Service to help you plan confidently for the future.
- educational assistance to encourage continued learning and professional development, empowering our employees to reach their full potential.
Lhoist North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a workplace that values inclusion, respect, and diversity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment strengthens our teams and drives innovation. That’s why we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and strive to ensure every employee feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed.
At Lhoist North America, inclusion isn’t just a policy, it’s a core part of who we are.
If you need assistance completing the application process, please contact lna.accommodations@lhoist.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
The Lhoist Group is a family-owned business and one of the world’s leading lime, dolime, and mineral solutions producers. Our people are at the heart of our operations. The company’s global success comes from our teams’ continuous efforts to innovate and seek out new opportunities, at every level of the business.
Curious to learn more about us? Visit lhoist.com
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