Process Control Engineer

WestRock Company; Evadale (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

WestRock Company is seeking a Process Control Engineer for their Evadale, TX location. In this role, you will be integral to the Process Control Systems Support Group, ensuring the reliability of control systems at the mill.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and have over 7 years of process control experience, preferably within the paper industry. This position involves troubleshooting control systems, working in teams, and contributing to system upgrades.

We offer an attractive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a positive corporate culture emphasizing integrity and accountability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, preferably Electrical or Chemical.
• 7+ years of experience in process control with large-scale upgrades.
• Direct experience with DCS platforms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install and configure DCS/PLC network hardware and software.
• Monitor Control System network and troubleshoot issues.
• Work with operations and maintenance to resolve stability issues.

Skills

Process control expertise

Team collaboration

Knowledge of DCS/PLC systems

Basic networking knowledge

Self-driven with strong work ethic

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical or Chemical preferred)

Tools

Honeywell DCS

Delta V DCS

Metso/Valmet DCS

Job description

Position

Process Control Engineer

Job Code

MEPCP4 + Staff Eng, Process Control

Location

Evadale, TX

Opportunity

The Staff Engineer, Process Control, functions as an integral team member and leader in the Process Control Systems Support Group for Evadale Mill. Position reports to the Manager Process Control and is part of the Production Services support for the mill. Responsibilities include delivering and maintaining reliability of the facility’s process control system.

Primary Technical Responsibilities

• Install and configure DCS/PLC network hardware, software and peripheral equipment; troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve server and control system networked devices hardware and software issues.
• Perform facility Control System network administration functions; monitor and add applications, users and devices; run server security procedures and capacity reports.
• Work directly with operations, maintenance and control suppliers to troubleshoot daily production issues, resolve long‑term stability issues, and establish work procedures to sustain process improvement.
• Work on special projects as directed by Process Control Group Leader.

Related Responsibilities

• Evolve and execute mill‑wide control systems upgrade plans while sustaining legacy DCS/PLC system hardware and all supporting software.
• On‑going facility capital planning focused on sustaining control systems reliability and upgrade needs.
• Work closely with Operations, Maintenance and other Process Control Engineers to understand and address specific process areas’ control systems challenges and opportunities.
• Deliver and sustain tools required to efficiently ensure control system health and control optimization.
• Liaison to mill and corporate EIS/MES groups to ensure reliable and secure connectivity between Control Systems and business systems.
• Responsible for conducting business with integrity and respect, being accountable, and actively pursuing excellence to help achieve Smurfit WestRock’s Path to One goal.
• Position requires less than 10% travel.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical or Chemical disciplines preferred)
• 7+ years’ experience in process control, QCS or other automation experience to include large‑scale upgrades. Paper Industry experience is a plus but is not required.
• Direct experience with Honeywell, Delta V or Metso/Valmet DCS platforms, and associated configuration is a plus.
• Ability to work in a team environment and establish effective working relationships with various disciplines in the mill.
• Basic knowledge of networks, switches, PCs, Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and knowledge of various computer software.
• Self-driven, strong work ethic, positive attitude.
• Aligned with our company values of Integrity, Respect, Accountability, and Excellence.

What we Offer

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
• Attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
• Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, employee referral bonus, and more.
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.