Process Control Engineer

Domtar; Johnsonburg (Elk County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Domtar in Johnsonburg, Pennsylvania, is seeking a Process Control Engineer to maintain and improve the reliability of mill process control systems. You will partner with operations, maintenance, engineering, and mill leaders to optimize control platforms and PLCs across the site.

The role requires an associate degree or higher with experience in distributed control systems and ABB/ControlLogix tools. A path for growth within a safety-focused, equal-opportunity environment is offered.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in technical or engineering field with 4+ years of related experience, or 10 years of electrical experience.
• Practical knowledge of distributed control and PLC controls.
• Willingness to complete background check and pre-employment drug tests.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary support for mill distributed control system software and hardware reliability.
• Perform project software design and programming for capital and process optimization projects.
• Supervise contractors and consultants for installation and modifications of control equipment.
• Manage updates to electric and control system loops and drawings.
• Program and maintain historical databases and assist with troubleshooting PLC systems.
• Support mill Operations & Maintenance in troubleshooting and improving process controls.

Skills

Distributed control systems

PLC programming

Electrical engineering

Contractor supervision

Education

Associate degree in engineering

Bachelor's in Electrical/Automation Engineering

Tools

ABB Distributed Control

ControlLogix

Industrial PLCs

Job description

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world. Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth. The location in Johnsonburg, (Pennsylvania, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Process Control Engineer. This job is full-time permanent. The Process Control Engineer's responsibility is to maintain and improve the reliability of our process control systems by eliminating production limiting failures, maintaining, and improving our assets. This position reports to the Engineering Manager. The Process Control Engineer will partner with operating, maintenance, engineering, and mill leaders to optimize mill control systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary support for Mill distributed control system software and hardware reliability.
• Perform project software design and programming for capital and process optimization projects.
• Supervise contractors and consultants to provide installation of new control equipment and modifications and reviews of existing systems.
• Manage updates the electric and control system loop and elementary drawings.
• Programs and maintains historical databases and assists with troubleshooting and improving mill PLC systems.
• Supports mill Operations & Maintenance in troubleshooting and seeks to improve overall process controls systems.

Education/Professional Experience

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Technical or Engineering Field with at least four years of experience related to this position, or 10 years of technical electrical experience applicable to the role. Practical knowledge and experience with distributed control & PLC controls.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical or Automation Engineering, Computer Science or similar. ABB distributed control programming, hardware maintenance and troubleshooting experience. ControlLogix programming, maintenance and troubleshooting experience.

You will be required to successfully complete a selection process that could include interviews, an employment background check, a pre-employment drug and aptitude tests.

Domtar is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We are also committed to ensuring reasonable accommodations for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disability Act of 1990.

Once your application has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation email. If you are selected to interview, you will be contacted by a member of our Human Resources team.

To learn more about our company, consult the Domtar Company Web Site and follow us on LinkedIn , Instagram and Twitter.

Nearest Major Market: Pittsburgh