Process Control Engineer

Sibanye Stillwater; Columbus (MT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company seeks a Process Control Engineer for their Columbus, MT site. The role emphasizes programming PLCs and managing control systems while ensuring a safe work environment. Ideal candidates will have a degree in engineering and demonstrate proficiency in control systems along with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must communicate technical information effectively.
• Understanding of ethernet I/P networking and control net.
• Advanced knowledge in PLC, HMI DCS process control systems.

Responsibilities

• Programming and system maintenance of PLCs and HMIs.
• Monitor, program, and maintain plant control systems.
• Conduct regular audits on field equipment and control logic software.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership qualities

PLC programming

Knowledge of maintenance procedures

Detail and design engineering

Education

Degree in engineering (BS Electrical Engineering or BS Computer Science)

Tools

CMMS systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Process Control Engineer

Location: Columbus, MT

Site - Stillwater Mine & East Boulder Mine

Schedule:

5x2, 4x3 9hr Shifts

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

At Sibanye-Stillwater, the Process Control Engineer is responsible for the programming and system maintenance of PLC's and HMI's. This includes the ability to read, create, and understand P&ID's, loops, electrical diagrams, and schematics. The Process Control Engineer will work closely with maintenance personnel for new installation and maintenance of process instrumentation and the electrical distribution system.

• Promote and maintain a safe work environment, safe work practices, and a strong safety culture.
• Monitor, program and maintain plant PLC control systems, consisting of multiple processors, and remote I/O racks.
• Interface with managers, department heads, general forepersons, supervisors, and hourly workforce. May be required to work in tandem with the Electrical and Maintenance Departments to implement, troubleshoot and maintain electrical and process systems throughout the facility.
• Provide technical solutions/improvements for problematic control equipment and unstable process control systems.
• System trouble shooting and hardware problems resolution while providing support on existing instrumentation, networks and hardware.
• Develop and implement automated supervisory controls to optimize plant, reducing downtime and costs.
• Manage an HMI system with a Windows Client/Server infrastructure and historian.
• Assist with design and installation of new remote PLC control stations and equipment.
• Develop and implement automated supervisory controls to optimize plant, reducing downtime and costs.
• Assisting with operational implementation of PLC&SCADA modifications.
• Review specifications, I&C drawings, HMI screens, PLC programs, SCADA, etc.
• Conduct regular audits and over inspections on C&I field equipment, HMI and Control logic software to ensure compliance to standards, specifications and operational functional specifications.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Knowledge of maintenance procedures and functions in an industrial environment.
• Ability to communicate with technical specialists and to interpret technical drawings and specification documents.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Leadership qualities including character, teamwork, communication, business sense, and vision.
• Understanding of ethernet I/P networking and control net.
• PLC programming using ladder logic, function block, and/or structured text.
• Proficient in computer applications (Microsoft Office Suite to include Word and Excel) and understanding of CMMS systems Experience applying modern-day technology to improve reliability.
• Experience in Controls systems support of Maintenance and Operations in an industrial environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings.
• Detail, Design and engineering of C & I system for implementation in area of responsibility.
• Advanced in-depth knowledge and experience in PLC, HMI DCS process control systems as well as engineering practices.
• Good working knowledge in Expert Control systems (APC).
• JDE Maintenance and supervision modules. (Advantages).
• Detail, Design and engineering of C & I system for implementation in area of responsibility.

Education & Experience

• Degree in engineering (BS Electrical Engineering or BS Computer Science or comparable) or equivalent controls experience.
• Must be able to work any shift, including weekends, as needed.

Sibanye-Stillwater is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions at Sibanye-Stillwater are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation or preference, marital or family status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.