Field Engineer

Valmet; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging work environment

Company-funded pension plan

Job summary

Valmet in the United States is seeking a Field Engineer to analyze customer needs and integrate Valmet products into client systems, applying current solutions to expand market penetration. You will work on DCS projects, handling analysis, design, implementation, testing and documentation under supervision.

Travel is noted; you must be electro-mechanically inclined with strong work ethic and proficient communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 4–7 years of related experience or training.
• Knowledge of algorithm design and programming logic.
• Exhibit proficient problem-solving capabilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Lead Engineer and/or project team member for DCS projects.
• Analyze, design, Implement, test and document project applications software using various Valmet product tools.
• Code and/or assist in coding and test of project custom software.
• Execute Configuration Management and Quality Assurance procedures on projects.
• Provide on-site customer support as needed.
• Have direct customer interaction usually associated with project software modifications.
• Develop and/or assist in technical proposal preparation.
• Proficient problem-solving capabilities
• Perform related duties as assigned

Skills

Algorithm design

Programming logic

Problem solving

Customer interaction

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Valmet product tools

Job description

Deciding on your next employer is not a decision to be made lightly. But if you want to work on the front lines of development, shaping the field as you go, keep reading to see what we have to offer! Our winning team is built by continuous investment in skills development, leadership and well-being. As a global company, we offer many career paths to suit individual needs and aspirations. Apply your expertise in our industry leading team of automation professionals.

As a Field Engineer you will analyze customer needs and seek solutions to customer design problems in order to integrate Company products into customers' systems or subsystems, apply current products to increase market penetration. Under supervision, performs analysis, implementation, testing, and documentation using application design documents and requirements specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as Lead Engineer and/or project team member for DCS projects.
• Analyze, design, Implement, test and document project applications software using various Valmet product tools.
• Code and/or assist in coding and test of project custom software.
• Execute Configuration Management and Quality Assurance procedures on projects.
• Provide on-site customer support as needed.
• Have direct customer interaction usually associated with project software modifications.
• Develop and/or assist in technical proposal preparation.
• Proficient problem-solving capabilities
• Perform related duties as assigned

Expectations

• Bachelor's degree; in job related field or
• 4 - 7 years related experience and/or training or
• Equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of algorithm design and programming logic
• Exhibit proficient problem-solving capabilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products

Note: Some travel required.

Knowledge Preferred: Process instrumentation, control and automation practices.

To be successful in this role, you must be electro-mechanically inclined, self-guided, and have a strong work ethic.

This position requires a valid driver’s license. Candidate must be authorized to work in the US and the position is not open for relocation.

We Offer

• We offer a challenging work environment that values innovation and suits development-minded people who enjoy working in a fast-paced and dynamic setting.
• Includes a generous wage and benefits package that includes a company-funded registered pension plan.

Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon a background check.

Additional Information

Delivering competitive technologies and services is what we do best. At Valmet, we continue to push forward and develop ourselves, concentrating on technology, services, sustainability, local presence, and our people.

When everything works together

Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With over 20,000 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries. Our commitment to moving our customers’ performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how – and above all, teamwork.