Automation & Process Controls Engineer

Georgia-Pacific; Owosso (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific Corrugated in Owosso, MI is seeking a Process Controls Specialist to bring technical expertise and project engineering to the facility’s operations. The role focuses on integrating new process controls standards and building troubleshooting capability to improve safety, reliability, and cost efficiency.

You will design, program, modify and maintain PLC, Drive and HMI systems, support upgrades, and collaborate with corporate teams and vendors.

Qualifications

• Experience in automation or process controls in an industrial setting.
• Degree or coursework in instrumentation, automation or process controls or related field.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams and control system documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide onsite troubleshooting and repair of equipment.
• Implement process controls standards and drive upgrades.
• Program, modify and maintain PLC, drives, and HMI systems.

Skills

Automation experience

Process controls

Troubleshooting

Education

Associate degree or higher

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens control systems

Rockwell Studio 5000

RSLogix 5/500

GE Proficy iFix

FactoryTalk View

Powerflex/Kinetix drives

Industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, Profibus)

Job description

Georgia-Pacific Corrugated in Owosso, MI is seeking a Process Controls Specialist to bring technical expertise and project engineering to the facility’s operations. The role focuses on integrating new process controls standards and building troubleshooting capability to improve safety, reliability, and cost efficiency.

You will design, program, modify and maintain PLC, Drive and HMI systems, support upgrades, and collaborate with corporate teams and vendors.