Process Control Engineer

Weidmann Electrical Technology; MIDDLETOWN (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401k plan with company match

Employee assistance program

Employee referral program

Wellness program

Clothing allowance

Tuition reimbursement

Award-winning employer

Job summary

Weidmann Electrical Technology in Middletown, OH is seeking a Process Controls Engineer to design, program, and optimize control systems for our continuous board manufacturing line. The role requires on-site work in Middletown and hands-on leadership of DCS/PLC projects.

You will collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Reliability, and Vendors to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant plant operation, while advancing plant-wide automation standards and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field; 5+ years in industrial controls in manufacturing.
• Experience with ABB, Siemens or Allen-Bradley controls systems; strong project management and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of SAP, industrial networking, machine safety, and process controls.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, implement and optimize industrial control systems for board manufacturing equipment.
• Lead controls-related capital projects from concept through commissioning.
• Coordinate contractors, manage documentation, and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

ABB DCS

Siemens

Allen-Bradley

PLC programming

HMI design

PID control

Industrial networking

SAP

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Associates Degree in Controls Engineering Technology

Tools

DCS/PLC programming tools

ERP SAP

Job description

Process Controls Engineer

Full-time, on-site in Middletown , OH Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment

Join our team where we accomplish great things TOGETHER.

We are a globally active family company whose sustainable and responsible actions contribute to improved living standards. We are an attractive employer with a value-oriented corporate culture based on trust, appreciation and continuous improvement.

Weidmann Electrical Technology has been at the heart of the global transformer industry for over 140 years. With deep rooted knowledge in the design, development and operation of transformers, Weidmann is a leading integrated solutions provider for specialized product and services in the energy sector.

The role…

The Process Controls Engineer is responsible for the design, programming, implementation, optimization, and lifecycle support of industrial control systems and instrumentation of Distributed Control Systems for the facility's continuous board manufacturing equipment. instrumentation of Distributed Control Systems and automated machinery in our Middletown, Ohio facility. This position serves as the technical expert for control systems supporting board machine and other continuous process equipment directly involved in manufacturing.

How You’ll Make An Impact…

Process Control Systems:

• Provide application/control design, architecture, and development for systems of varied complexity
• Design, program, configure, troubleshoot, and optimize a variety of control devices including, but not limited to Siemens, Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation), and ABB PLC, DCS, HMI, drive, and control systems supporting continuous board manufacturing equipment.
• Create and modify program/system logic (PLC) involving multiple systems and subsystems
• Develop and optimize control strategies to improve process stability, product quality, machine performance, and equipment reliability.
• Maintain control system documentation, software backups, and change management records.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting support for process control and instrumentation issues.

Capital Project Management

• Lead controls-related capital projects from concept through commissioning.
• Develop technical specifications, evaluate vendors, support equipment purchasing, oversee installation, and coordinate startup of new process equipment.
• Utilize Project Management tools to identify project plans, scope, time, cost and deliverables for assigned work
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and meet operational objectives.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Reliability, Maintenance, and suppliers during project execution.

Contractor & Technical Coordination

• Develop, implement and maintain and evaluate alternative system solutions that meet stated customer requirements and manufacturing specifications
• Coordinate and supervise contractors performing work on control systems, instrumentation, electrical systems, and machine safety systems.
• Verify contractor work meets engineering standards, safety requirements, and project specifications.
• Support lockout/tagout planning, startup activities, and system acceptance testing.

Continuous Improvement & Technical Support

• Identify opportunities to improve process capability, automation performance, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Support root cause investigations and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Partner with the Automation Department on plant-wide automation standards and initiatives while maintaining responsibility for continuous process control systems.
• Identify and repair programming to maintain or improve processes.
• Proficient with HMI design, PID loops, Machine networking, and VFDs
• Provide technical support and develop internal work instructions/SOPs.
• Provide on-call technical support for the manufacturing facility

Documentation, Safety & Compliance

• Interacts regularly with internal customers ranging from engineering, maintenance, and production employees to resolve complex issues and identify opportunities
• Document engineering activities, project work, corrective actions, and equipment history using SAP work orders and engineering records.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, electrical codes, machine safety requirements, and company engineering standards.
• Provide technical guidance and training to maintenance and operations personnel.
• Manages development efforts, including activities such as assigning tasks to co-workers, conducting project plan reviews, preparing development-related documentation, and monitoring cost and resource estimates
• Conduct training and foster professional development with engineering, production employees, and maintenance departments
• Manage capital projects; including but not limited to purchasing, installing, and starting up new process equipment
• Document time and explanation on work orders using ERP system, SAP

What Do You Bring…

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant engineering-based degree and 5+ years of demonstrated experience in industrial controls in a manufacturing setting; or Associates Degree in Controls Engineering Technology or relevant engineering-based degree and 10+ years of demonstrated experience in industrial controls in a manufacturing setting.
• Extensive and demonstrated experience with ABB DCS, Siemens, or Allen Bradley controls systems.
• Strong project management and leadership skills. Experience managing capital projects including equipment procurement, installation, and commissioning.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to use advanced techniques, theories and processes to complete work.
• Knowledge of SAP (or similar ERP), industrial networking, instrumentation, machine safety systems, and process controls.
• Walking, stooping, lifting, and ability to work in a hot and humid environment for extended periods

Competencies

• Continuous Process Control Systems: Designs, programs, and optimizes control systems supporting continuous paper and board manufacturing processes.
• Capital Project Management: Plans and executes capital projects including equipment selection, procurement, installation, commissioning, and startup.
• Technical Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis: Resolves complex process control and equipment issues using structured analytical methods.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partners effectively with Operations, Maintenance, Reliability Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, the Automation Department, contractors, and suppliers.
• Safety & Regulatory Compliance: Ensures engineering activities comply with safety regulations, machine safety standards, and company policies.

What do we offer?

• Medical insurance with an accompanying health savings account, vision and dental insurance, PTO starting your FIRST day
• 401k plan with company match, Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance, STD and LTD
• Employee assistance program
• Employee referral program
• Additional company programs include: Wellness, clothing allowance, computer loan, and tuition reimbursement
• An award-winning atmosphere! Weidmann was named Best Employer of Champaign County

We look forward to hearing from you soon!

At Weidmann we are committed to equal opportunities and growth for all talents. We are convinced that a diverse and inclusive work environment increases mutual understanding and innovation of our business.