Process Control Engineer

Smurfit Westrock; Evadale (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training opportunities

Competitive salary

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a Process Control Engineer for our Evadale, TX facility. The role involves ensuring the reliability of the facility's process control system and serving as a project technical lead in the development and maintenance of these systems.

The ideal candidate has at least 7 years of experience in process control, with a strong background in DCS and PLC systems. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a culture grounded in integrity and accountability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical or Chemical disciplines preferred).
• 7+ years’ experience in process control or automation.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Install and configure DCS/PLC network hardware and software.
• Troubleshoot and resolve server and control system issues.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance for production support.

Skills

Process control experience

Team collaboration

Networking knowledge

Self-driven work ethic

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

7+ years’ experience in process control

Tools

Honeywell DCS

Delta V DCS

Metso/Valmet DCS

Job description

Position

Process Control Engineer

Location

Evadale, TX

Role Summary

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 the reliability of the facility’s process control system. In this role, you will serve as a project technical lead in the development, installation, integration, implementation, maintenance, and administration of Evadale's distributed process control system’s hardware, software, and networks. Your performance will directly impact safety, environmental, quality, cost, and productivity results in assigned process areas.

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.
• 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 insure control system health and control optimization.
• Liaison to mill and corporate EIS/MES groups to insure reliable and secure connectivity between Control Systems and business systems.
• Position requires less than 10% travel.

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 various computer software.
• Self‑driven, strong work ethic, positive attitude.
• Aligned with our company values of Integrity, Respect, Accountability, and Excellence.

Benefits

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
• Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) 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.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.